Cheryl Knowlton, CSP, is a nationally recognized real estate compliance expert, keynote speaker, and leadership coach known for elevating both performance and people.
One of the few speakers worldwide to earn the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation, Cheryl is an active leader in the National Speakers Association and has served as President of the Mountain West Chapter. She is becoming a sought-after national voice for professionals ready to lead at a higher level.
With more than 26 years in real estate, Cheryl is a licensed Utah broker, certified instructor, and founder of two Utah pre-licensing schools. She has trained thousands of agents, brokers, and leaders on compliance, federal law, ethics, wire and mortgage fraud prevention, and risk management—bringing clarity to an industry where precision matters.
Holding 17 NAR designations and certifications, she is committed to raising the standard of excellence through elevated real estate education.
But Cheryl’s work doesn’t stop at compliance—it transforms the people behind the business.
As an ICF-certified coach and Certified Enneagram Coach, she helps high-performing professionals break through burnout, reconnect with who they are, and lead with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. Her approach blends strategy with personal insight—helping leaders elevate not only their results, but their lives.
She is the host of the globally ranked Top 10% podcast, Real Estate Elevated, and the author of multiple books, including her upcoming release, The Authenticity Myth, where she challenges conventional ideas around identity, success, and leadership.
Known as “The Compliance Queen,” Cheryl is expanding her voice onto national stages both within and beyond real estate—speaking on burnout, resilience, authentic leadership, and navigating change. Her message is rooted in both professional expertise and personal experience, encouraging others to rise, lead boldly, and unmute their voice.
A devoted wife, mother, and proud “Grammy” to 14, Cheryl is also a Disney fan and endurance athlete, having completed 32 half marathons—and counting. A California girl at heart, she has lived in Utah for nearly 30 years and enjoys skiing with her husband Rick and spending time with their dog, Scooby.
