My name is Ryan Knickerbocker and I served in the Army National Guard. I have worked for a dock and lift company, starting in 2008 and continued there till the end of 2023. In February of 2024 I started my own business in the dock and lift industry under the name Imperium Dock and Lift, and I serve Big Lake and the surrounding area.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have been with my partner, Kimberly, for almost 16 years. I am a step-dad to a lovely daughter, Kaytlin, who resides in Aspen, Co and will be 24 in October, and we have two Red Labradors.
Q: How long have you lived and/or worked in Big Lake?
I have lived in Big Lake for 12+ years.
Q: Tell us about your current, past, or future career.
I have been in dock and lift industry for 16+ years. I install docks, boat lifts, water toys, do storm recovery, and more.
Q: Have you ever had a nickname? What is it and why were you given it?
Don’t really have one.
Q: What is your favorite TV Show, Movie, Book? (Please list as many as you’d like!)
Law and Order SVU and Organized Crime.
Q: If you could only eat one food/meal and have one beverage for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Tough one…Probably Lasagna or Enchiladas.
Q: What are some of your favorite hobbies or pastimes?
I love to be on the water…Preferably on a surfboat, but I also love to golf and hunt.
Q: What is one thing on your bucket list?
To visit Bora Bora.
Q: What would you buy/do if you won the lottery?
Buy a Nautique Paragon
Q: If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
To be more open to trying new things.
Q: Who has been a hero in your life?
My father, whom also served in the US Navy.
Q: What is something even your family and friends may not know about you?
I am terrified of snakes
Q: What is your proudest accomplishment?
Serving my country.
Q: What are a few of your favorite businesses / restaurants in Big Lake?
Willys on the Water, McPetes, Grind Nutrition, Lake Cafe, Minnco and Coburns.
Q: What is one of your favorite things about Big Lake?
The small town feel and the friendliness of the community and the lake itself.
Q: What advice would you give to people living in Big Lake?
Support local business and the small town companies trying to get started.
Q: Who is an interesting person in our community that you’ve met and deserves to be included in The Faces of Big Lake project?
Mia Miller, owner of Grind Nutrition.
