NOT A POLITICIAN
Although not a politician, Terry believes he may have the tools, knowledge, ideas, connections, and experience that will help the State of Idaho weather the coming storm. He believes Idaho can lead first by being stable and meeting the people’s needs, then by setting an example to its neighbors to strengthen them.
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AN IDAHO NATIVE AND EDUCATOR
Born and raised in Twin Falls, Idaho, Terry attended Idaho State University where he studied math, science, and graduated in music education. He taught several years in Idaho schools. Idaho teachers’ salaries were inadequate so he moved his family to another state. He took on 4 extra part time jobs to stay in education, but finally left the field for better earnings in sales. He and his wife continued to be vitally involved in the schools in three other states as well, serving on committees and helping with special programs. Terry taught seminars in specialized areas such as continued education classes for medical doctors, he also taught adult math and science classes in a community college to help build worker’s skills for business and industry he was involved with. He understands the challenges educators face today.
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BROAD BUSINESS BACKGROUND
Terry’s business background is broad. He was in the top 10% of sales/management in three Fortune 500 companies. These companies were involved with medical sciences and industry (aeronautics, food processing, and various other types of production). He has been a small business man, a fully licensed stock broker with his own agency, and assisted in bringing companies public (to trade on the stock exchange). He has also been involved in international businesses, construction and property management.
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LIFELONG LEARNER AND RESEARCHER
While continuing to expand his education, Terry did research into several fields of interest. Most recently, his research and writings have been in the fascinating field of plasma science with new information and understanding of electromagnetism that is occurring in space.
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LEADER
Terry is a natural leader whether in business, church, or community. He is innovative, energized, and seems to thrive on new challenges.
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SERVICE
Service could be Terry’s middle name. He has participated in, disaster relief, feeding the hungry, providing housing, safe haven, and counseling wherever he found a need. He has served for about 16 years in 2 states as a volunteer employment specialist, helping unemployed, underemployed, and would be entrepreneurs to improve their circumstances. Scouting has been a very important part of the Andersen family life. Terry considers this fine program is the root of great leadership in America. Andersens are very proud of their sons ( three EAGLEs and one LIFE Scout). Several grandsons have also achieved the rank of EAGLE with several others well on their way. Four members of the Andersen family have given honorable service to their country in the US military during the current conflict.
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SPORTSMAN
Terry enjoys Idaho’s natural beauties and wildlife. He likes to camp, hike, ride horses, and fish when time allows. He considers hunting for food and dealing with predators viable reasons to have a gun, and supports that right.
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THE ARTS
A supporter of the arts, Terry has taught band, choir, orchestra, piano, directed church and civic choirs, played in the symphony, musicals and has sung with numerous groups. Especially memorable was performing at Carnegie Hall with the Colorado Master Chorale under the baton of Renee Claussen. His family includes a number of talented musicians, ballerinas, and artists.