Gerri began her career in the Veterinary field working in the kennels for her grandfather Dr. Warren L Skinner in 1985. During that time she transitioned to a CSR and then to a Veterinary Technician.

While in these roles she had the opportunity to work with wildlife such as red-tailed hawks, great horned owls, and sparrow hawks. She also had the opportunity to raise orphaned baby animals such as lambs, pygmy goats, four-horned rams, and baby foxes. After her grandfather retired she became part of the team with Kremer Veterinary Services in 1998. She started as a CSR and then a Veterinary Technician specializing as the lead orthopedic technician. After this, other positions held were Hospital Manager for the overnight ER, and in the Administration Office overseeing 4 hospitals.

Gerri also holds an Associate degree in Law Enforcement. When Gerri is not working she enjoys spending time with her husband Kevin going for rides on their motorcycle. Currently, their family consists of Pedro, a 35-year-old Double Yellow Head Parrot, Harley their cat, Clover a Chihuahua mix, and Jack an Anatolian Shepherd mix.