Biography ~ Region 2 Delegate
Charles M. Peterson

CHARLES M. PETERSON is the President of Kottkes' Bus Services, Inc.

Kottkes' Bus Services, Inc. was started in 1947 by Mr. Peterson's grandparents. In 1962, his father and uncles took over the business. Presently, Mr. Peterson and his cousin are the owners.

Mr. Peterson gained his college education and worked the next seven years for Hoffmen Engineering firm. For the last 25 years, he has worked at Kottkes' Bus Services, Inc.

Mr. Peterson has been a resident of State of Minnesota for the last 45 years and enjoys playing sports year-round. He and his wife Sheila have two boys.

Mr. Peterson's background includes memberships in: Minnesota School Bus Operators Association (Vice President, 11 years running), Minnesota State Safety Competition (facilitator) and National School Transportation Association (Board Member).

He has received various prominent awards including NSTA's Golden Merit Award and School Bus Fleet magazine's Top 50 Best Fleets in America.