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Introduction to Scott Prentice
Scott Prentice is depicted as a multifaceted individual with a diverse background:
Personal Background: Born in 1960 in Sheridan, Wyoming, Scott was raised on a farm in Carlos, Minnesota, where he learned about hard work and family values. Scott raised Grand Champion Simmental beef and Holstein Dairy as a young man for several years.
Military Service: Served in the U.S. Army from 1979 to 1983 at Fort Hunter Liggett, California, where he worked as staff engineer Non Commissioned Officer, overseeing all horizontal and vertical construction and design as architectural draftsman, and construction supervisor of US Army Combat Development Experimention Center. He was involved in designing and supervising construction for military projects like the Humvee and the M1A1 Abrams Tank. He received the Army Commendation Medal among other awards.
Professional Life:
After military service, he completed his education in archetecture and design at Northern State University.
After returning to South Dakota, he and his family started Prentice Real Estate and Builders Ltd. through the 80’s, where he took on various roles from designer to construction supervisor.
The in early 90’s he became Senior Vise President General Manager, Concorde Gaming, Inc. a Bruce Lien Company of Rapid City, SD. Scott’s vision and direction took the company public and developed numerous casinos through the upper Midwest including Four Bears Indian Casino in Newtown, ND.
Scott also ventured into commercial art, notably creating a 20′ x 40′ glass mural at Mount Rushmore National Memorial in 1996 called “The Stand.” His work in art glass and design spanned over 25 years, serving clients including the Vice President of the United States and Miss South Dakota.
Scott is currently serving as CEO/Founder of BioChecked™
BioChecked™, based in Florida, is recognized as the largest independently owned third-party certification company in the U.S., with operations extending to five countries. It specializes in certifications related to non-GMO (Genetically Modified Organisms) and non-glyphosate certified products, aiming to assure consumers of the environmental and health-friendly nature of the products they certify. Here are the key points about BioChecked™:
- Certification Programs:
- BioChecked Non GMO Certified™: For single-input products like cucumbers or apples.
- BioChecked Non GMO Verified™: For multiple-input products like snack bars or chips. These programs involve rigorous ingredient supply chain analysis and laboratory testing to ensure products meet stringent non-GMO thresholds (0.1% for seeds, 0.5% for human consumables, and 0.8% for animal feed).
- Non Glyphosate Certification: They were among the first to raise concerns about glyphosate in America’s food supply, offering certifications to products that test free of this chemical.
- Process:
- Companies seeking certification must provide ingredient lists and supplier names for risk assessment. They are then required to have at-risk ingredients tested by ISO 17025 accredited labs using ISO 21569 methods for GMO detection or glyphosate. After testing, BioChecked issues certificates and allows the use of their certification logos on product labels.
- Clientele: BioChecked has worked with clients like Heavenly Organics, Lesaffre Corporation, Amyris Inc., Bakery de France, Natural Intentions Inc., Lallemand Inc., Food For Life Baking Co., and other for their non-glyphosate or non GMO certification, showing a focus on health and environmental awareness.
- Mission: They aim to make consumers aware of what they consume, focusing on health and environmental impact, thereby making their certifications a mark of trust and quality in the marketplace.
BioChecked stands out by maintaining some of the world’s tightest standards for non-GMO and Non Glyphosate certification, emphasizing both consumer health and environmental sustainability.
Online Presence: His website, scottprentice.com, features content centered around truth, sustainability, health and various political and social issues. It includes:
Interviews and discussions on topics like genetic modification, vaccines, illness and corruption in health and medical industries.
Commentary on current events often with a critical view of established MSM narratives.
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Art and Social Media, Scott is also active as an artist, with a presence on platforms like Facebook under “Scott Prentice Artist and Photographer,” where he showcases his paintings and photography as his passion.
Publications : His site hosts articles and videos on a wide range of topics from biotechnology to geopolitical analysis, often questioning mainstream media.
Scott Prentice’s online persona combines his personal history with a strong interest in uncovering what he perceives as hidden truths, reflecting a blend of personal narrative, professional history, and a platform for alternative viewpoints.
From Scott:
I’ve spent a lifetime in art, marketing, design and over 25 years in online publishing and community portal development, I look forward to providing as much of my creative and technical talent here as possible for you to experience.
Please look around and if you have any questions please feel free to contact me. – Scott Prentice