Speaker Heather Knutson-Walter

Heather Knutson-Walter was born and raised in Polson. Following graduation from Polson High School, she attended Montana State University and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business. After college she moved to Billings where she worked in an advertising agency for several years before returning to Polson to work in the family business, Country Pasta, and coach girls’ volleyball and basketball.

In 2013 Heather ran for Mayor of Polson and was sworn in at the start of 2014. During her time as mayor, she enjoyed working with our citizens and aimed to provide positive leadership in our changing community.

In 2022 Heather changed direction and worked with the local non-profit, Mission West Community Development Partners as the Executive Director. In 2023 an opportunity presented itself to take on the Commercial Lender role at Glacier Bank, and recognizing the shared values of community engagement, strong customer service, and business partnerships, she was thrilled for the chance to join the Glacier Bank team. 

Heather is married to Brad Walter, who was also born and raised in Polson, and they have two boys – Rokton (10) and Quaid (7).