USA Cycling Level 1 coach (this is the highest certification level)
-More than 20 years experience as a USA Cycling licensed coach
-Master's Degree in Kinesiology (Exercise Science)
-Previously certified as a strength coach (NSCA)
-Consultant/Coach to Univ. of North Texas Cycling Team
-Consultant/Coach for NorthStar junior elite team
-Ultra-racer (rode RAW 2x), crewed for RAAM and RAW, and crewed for 508
-Former race team director (DMOS-I lived in Des Moines, Iowa)
-Former race director for many competitions
-Former coach for JDRF Ride to Cure Diabetes and RAGBRAI
-Active rider in USAC masters races, group rides, and charity events