Based in Placerville, CA, Linda Spies served as food service director for the Gold Trail Union School District. The district includes the Gold Trail School and Sutter’s Mill Elementary School in Placerville, CA. For nearly 35 years, Linda Spies made numerous presentations before the School Board and regularly attended industry conferences and food shows. Her daily responsibilities involved traveling between the two schools to ensure efficiency, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Since stepping away from her work in the public education sector, Linda Spies has stayed active in her community by volunteering at her church and Marshall Hospital. She focuses on supporting veterans' affairs. She enjoys stitching, sewing, and crafts and often makes lap quilts and other items for veterans.