Meet The Sperti Staff

Jim & Kathy Shepherd and a dedicated team of employees manufacture artificial sunshine. Our "SPERTI" staff is committed to producing high quality ultraviolet products. Our customer service team is available to serve you regarding questions you may have concerning our products. Our representatives are skilled technicians, factory trained in order to provide the best possible service.

Many staff members have been with the SPERTI organization for several years demonstrating loyalty to our company and our products.

Elaine Scherder, our Plant Manager shares her love of the sun by vacationing in Florida with her husband, Ron, and their daughter's family. Elaine has been a part of the Sperti "Family" since October 7, 1970. Her supervision skills provide high quality performance in production and quality control.  Elaine also assists in maintenance of our SOP and FDA regulatory files and operations. Email Elaine at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Office Manager, Cathy Rueter, with a "C", is affectionately called our Gal Friday. Cathy joined Sperti bringing a high degree of experience in Customer Service, marketing, payables and receivables. She has been a member of the Sperti family since 2004. As far as retirement, Cathy states, "Never, I would always be in department stores. Cathy has a hobby (can you guess?) ...............shopping. Email Cathy at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

We all strive for you, our customers, to use the KBD products with confidence and satisfaction. We hope your visit to our website will be enjoyable. Call us anytime at 800-544-3757. Have a sunny day!