In my own words
— BrandonPassionate outdoor enthusiast committed to inspiring underrepresented individuals and fostering inclusive experiences.
Dedicated to advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the outdoor industry, with over a decade of experience in building awareness and embracing diverse perspectives. Skilled in event marketing, story creation, athlete and team management, community engagement and outreach, and cross-functional collaboration.
Trajectory
Oct 2021 — Now
Executive Director · Chicago United Cycling Club
- Co-founded Chicago's first exclusive BIPOC cycling club and registered 501(c)(3) non-profit.
- Spearheaded social media and marketing efforts, significantly increasing club visibility.
- Cultivated partnerships with industry-leading cycling brands, including SRAM, TREK, The Feed, and Lake Cycling.
- Directed the design of the club's logo, cycling kits, and team tent designs, maintaining brand consistency.
- Designed and managed the organization's website, ensuring a user-friendly and informative online presence.
- Established and oversaw the club's organizational structure, focusing on Racing & Development, Community Outreach & Engagement, Women's Cycling, Youth Development, and Events.
- Providing strategic leadership and long-term vision for the organization, driving growth and impact.
Mar 2023 — Apr 2024
Director if Community Mobility Rituals · Equticity
- Leading Equiticity's Community Mobility Rituals (CMRs) pillar, overseeing all initiatives from planning
to execution.
- Implemented comprehensive marketing and communication strategies to raise awareness and
engagement in CMRs.
- Cultivating and managing partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and government
agencies.
- Managing staff, contractors, and volunteers to ensure excellence in CMRs planning and execution.
- Developed a unifying vision for CMRs, defining the mission and impact of Equiticity's work.
- Implemented a detailed project management process for CMRs.
- Developed a comprehensive strategy for documenting CMRs through photography and videography.
Jan 2020 — Mar 2023
Community Specialist · SRAM, LLC
- Bridged SRAM with historically underserved cycling communities, fostering collaboration and
inclusion.
- Drove brand awareness and affinity through active support of initiatives that promoted a more
inclusive cycling culture.
- Expertly managed relationships with elite athletes and brand ambassadors, ensuring alignment with
SRAM's vision.
- Proactively identified and onboarded new athletes and ambassadors, prioritizing diversity, equity, and
inclusion.
- Collaborated seamlessly with brand, marketing, and events teams to achieve unified strategic goals.
- Worked closely with brand content teams to create compelling stories highlighting the achievements
and experiences of our athletes and ambassadors.
- Participated in industry events and tradeshows, fostering an extensive and impactful network within
the cycling community.
Nov 2016 — Jan 2020
Dealer Service Representative · SRAM, LLC
- Provided technical support to bicycle shops and consumers, offering knowledge-based solutions and guidance.
- Educated shops and consumers on product features, facilitating informed service and purchasing decisions.
- Collaborated within multidimensional teams to consistently improve products.
- Expanded product knowledge through servicing products in monthly rotations within the suspension and wheel service departments.
- Delivered exceptional customer service through expertise and experience.
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Education history
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College
General Studies | 2004 - 2006







