ABOUT
Cheryl
CHERYL KNOWLTON, CSP
The Compliance Queen
Keeping Real Estate Pros Licensed, Legal, and Leading!
Cheryl Knowlton, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional), aka “The Compliance Queen,” is on a mission to empower real estate and mortgage professionals to thrive without burning out, protect their licenses, and build lasting legacies. With over 25 years of industry experience, Cheryl brings unmatched energy, heart, and humor to the stage, classroom, and podcast mic. Whether you need to master compliance, develop authentic leadership skills, or just stay out of jail, Cheryl's got you covered!
Humor, Heart, & Expertise
As the creator of two Utah pre-licensing schools and an internationally recognized speaker, Cheryl has trained tens of thousands of real estate agents and brokers across the U.S. and internationally. She’s the go-to expert on compliance, risk management, ethical leadership, and burnout prevention, helping professionals navigate the ever-changing real estate world with clarity, confidence, and a little bit of fun.
Cheryl's passion doesn't stop at compliance. As the host of the Top 10% "Real Estate Power Playbook" podcast, she shares candid insights and interviews with industry thought leaders on topics like compliance hacks, authentic leadership, team-building, and personal growth. Her show helps listeners stay ahead of industry trends and avoid costly mistakes, all while staying grounded and building careers with meaning.
Empowering Real Estate Professionals
In addition to her work as a compliance specialist, Cheryl is a three-time author, whose books focus on empowering real estate professionals to achieve excellence while staying grounded in their values. She is also the host of a Global Top 10% podcast, where she shares insights and interviews thought leaders in real estate, leadership, and personal development. Cheryl’s thought-provoking content reaches a wide audience of real estate professionals who are eager to stay ahead of industry trends and challenges.
Certified Professional
As a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), the highest designation awarded by the National Speakers Association, Cheryl consistently delivers powerful presentations that leave a lasting impact. Whether she’s speaking at national real estate conferences, corporate training events, or workshops, Cheryl captivates audiences with her engaging delivery, deep industry knowledge, and practical takeaways. Her signature talks cover topics such as compliance mastery, leadership development, overcoming burnout, and change management, all designed to help professionals elevate their careers and lead with integrity.
Lead With Passion, Confidence, and Authenticity
Cheryl’s message is deeply influenced by her personal journey as an adoptee with a challenging upbringing. Having faced adversity early on, she has learned the importance of resilience, self-awareness and authenticity, and she brings these lessons into her speaking, coaching, and leadership development programs. Cheryl is also a certified ICF coach, helping real estate professionals and leaders unlock their full potential through personal growth and strategic development.
Through her books, courses, coaching, and speaking engagements, Cheryl is making an indelible mark on the real estate industry—empowering individuals to lead with passion, confidence, and authenticity.
On The Personal Side
Cheryl is joyfully married to her Prince Charming, Rick. They love to travel, ski and hike. Together, they have 14 grandchildren. In her spare time, Cheryl has completed 31 half marathons. When she’s not working, you’ll find her hanging out with her loyal dog Scooby, planning her next trip to Disney, finding joy in family time, reading, or screaming loudly for her favorite football teams.