TOP TEN: Men Who Support Women Motorcycle Riders
Behind every good woman there's a good man, some might say, and so we thought it was time to recognize the guys who welcome and encourage women to participate, learn, and ultimately share their love of riding. This list introduces you to a handful of men in the motorcycle industry who do just that.
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| #1 Bill Davidson has been a strong supporter of women riders for decades. The miles spent riding alongside his sister, Karen Davidson, is his true testament, and together they have logged thousands of miles sharing their passion for the open road with customers along the way. As the great-grandson of one of the Company's founders and VP of Core Customer Marketing, Bill has encouraged women throughout Harley-Davidson, industry and at events around the world to enjoy the freedom of their own two wheels. Bill’s even passing down the moto gene to his 10-year-old daughter, Cara, who loves riding on the back of her dad’s Harley for now, but can’t wait to get her own Harley someday. The HD legacy left to women? The future looks shiny! #2 Rob Dingman is president and CEO of the American Motorcyclist Association, better known to female riders as the organization that brings us The International Women & Motorcycling Conference. We applaud Rob for his continued focus on women riders through his support of this unique event and all that it encompasses: part awareness, part education, plus 100% inspiration. And AMA gets extra credit for hosting the biggest event on the planet that brings 1,000 women riders together in one place, at one time. #3 Tim Buche As president of the Motorcycle Industry Council, Tim is in a unique and powerful position to help ensure that female riders are a focus of the motorcycle industry. Tim has long supported women in various aspects of the industry, from business owners to young professionals to moms. And it's not just talk; MIC walks the walk: In addition to promoting women's outreach as one its core initiatives, MIC has an impressive number of women in top jobs - for any industry. #4 Monte Lutz’s dedication to female riders is significant. Along with Bonnie Strawser, he co-founded Femmoto in 2001, an event which has introduced hundreds of women to their first track riding experience. Realizing the tremendous growth potential for women and motorcycle racing through Femmoto, Monte and Bonnie created the first U.S Women’s Road Racing Series Championship in 2009. Partnership with Michelin Tire Corporation, Championship Cup Series (CCS) and Western Eastern Roadracing Association (WERA) West ensures that women will have more opportunities to elevate their riding skills and earn contingency, which up until this point, has been aloof. #5 Rob Gladden As Director of Program Administration at the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, Robert administers the California Motorcyclist Safety Program, and oversees other MSF-administered states and MSF educational campuses nationwide. While he's received awards from the California Highway Patrol for his service to CMSP, Rob deserves recognition for his support of, and enthusiasm for, women in the motorcycle safety community - a key factor in getting more women on two wheels. His philosophy, in his words: "The great Davey Coombs once wrote '...it's not a party unless everyone is invited.' I've been applying that concept to motorcycling ever since." |
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