Steven Hoogerhyde:  

I currently reside in the Black Hills of South Dakota near Mount Rushmore. Since an early age of 11, I was working some type of job and learning responsibility. Many years later, it became apparent how blessed I was and still am. Thanks to wonderful loving parents who provided unconditional love with so many opportunities, my journey has brought great reward. After years of schooling and piloting experience, I'm now with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a Pilot and Federal Investigator. I truly believe that my success should be measured not so much by the position I hold, but by all the obstacles I've had to overcome while trying to succeed. Learning was difficult for me in high school, I just could not seem to apply myself becasue of peer pressure. Once I discovered a love for flying airplanes, my desire to learn was greatly enhanced by practical application and determination. During my junior year in high school, I found myself skipping classes to go fly airplanes. By the time I graduated high school, I had my private pilot certificate in my wallet and was giving airplane rides to friends. My high school days were mostly spent trying to be excepted by others, however now looking back all I really needed to do was except myself and let my passion guide me. Years of flight instructing, flying corporate executives, and helping others succeed in aviation has been such a rewarding experience for me. My c...Expand for more