Jake Cruze was raised in Willmar.  He started his undergraduate work at the University of Minnesota in Duluth, graduating from the U of M Twin Cities, with a major in Biology. He graduated from St. Catherine University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. He has since had experience in both geriatric and orthopedic therapy.

Jake loves to bike and golf. He has run a few marathons and enjoys spending time with his wife and 3 children.