LMB is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization dedicated to making bicycling better for everyone in the state, existing to UNIFY Michigan’s cyclists into a single voice to ADVOCATE for safer more accessible cycling and EDUCATE cyclists and non-cyclists alike to the rights and responsibilities bicyclists.

 

Founded in 1981, the League of Michigan Bicyclists (LMB) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization dedicated to making bicycling better for everyone in the state. We work to unify Michigan’s diverse cycling communities into a singular, powerful voice that advocates for bicycle-friendly policies at the State Capitol. Our mission is to create a safer, more accessible environment where bicycling serves as an everyday option for everyone to choose it for commuting, recreation, transportation, and connecting with the natural world.

Our Mission

We UNIFY Michigan’s cycling community into one voice. We ADVOCATE for safer roads and better access for every cyclist. We EDUCATE road and trail users on their rights and responsibilities.

Together, that’s how we make Michigan bicycling better.

Our strategy

UNIFY: Michigan’s cycling community into a singular voice.
ADVOCATE: For enhanced safety and access for all cyclists.
EDUCATE: Road and trail users on the rights and responsibilities of cyclists.

Our Vision

We envision a state where bicycling is safe and accessible for anyone who chooses it. we envision a state where bicycling is an everyday option for people to commute, to recreate and exercise on roads and trails; and connects us to the natural world and each other.

Our communities benefit from healthier people that strengthen our economy. Our transportation system becomes more equitable and environmentally sustainable. Our streets and trails are safe and accessible to anyone who wishes to use them.

 

Our staff, board, and volunteers make our organization successful. Contact one of our team members to get involved or ask a question! Interested in serving on our board or volunteering? Complete the interest form and let us know! You can also review our long-range plan.

The League of Michigan Bicyclists does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, body size, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, the appointment to and termination from its Board of Directors, hiring and firing of staff or contractors, selection of volunteers, selection of vendors, and providing of services.

Meet the incredible team working hard to create safer, stronger, and more inclusive biking across Michigan. Together, we represent different types of cyclists—from riding roads to trails and everything in between. Get to know the passionate and talented group dedicated to advancing LMB’s mission below and find their bios here.

Staff

Andy Rohrer

Executive Director

ExecDir@lmb.org

Gina Apone

Director of Communications & Marketing

gina@lmb.org

Neal Glazebrook

Director of Strategic Partnerships & Events

neal@lmb.org

Jessica Lanave

Operations Manager, Membership & Donor Relations

jessica@lmb.org

Joanie Towarnicky

Data Analyst

joanie@lmb.org

Ted Sliwinski

Lighting Project Coordinator

ted@lmb.org

John Conlin

Education Coordinator

johnc@lmb.org

Dusty Fancher

Govt. Affairs Consultant

fancher@midweststrategy.com

Board

Bill Brennan

Chair

bbrennan@lmb.org

B.J. Hull

Vice Chair

bhull@lmb.org

Larry Prange

Treasurer

lprange@lmb.org

Michelle Leveque

Secretary

mleveque@lmb.org

Barb Andersen

Board Member

bandersen@lmb.org

Nick Balcer

Board Member

nbalcer@lmb.org

John Calvert

Board Member

jcalvert@lmb.org

Michael Darga

Board Member

mdarga@lmb.org

Adam Goodman

Board Member

agoodman@lmb.org

Chris Konyn

Board Member

ckonyn@lmb.org

Cleo Moody

Board Member

cmoody@lmb.org

Amy Stock Ranger

Board Member

aranger@lmb.org

Sara Ross

Board Member

sross@lmb.org

Marco Speeks

Board Member

mspeeks@lmb.org

Jeff Wirth

Board Member

jwirth@lmb.org