Bike New York
John V. LaPolla is an experienced professional with a diverse background in both instructional and analytical roles. Currently serving as a Senior Instructor at Bike New York since March 2015, John teaches various skills classes for adults and children, and is actively involved in the organization's summer camp and after-school programs. As the owner of a painting and restoration business since September 2001, John has specialized in preparing condominium units for rental and resale. Additionally, John has held various positions in the financial sector, including as a Lead Retirements Distribution Analyst at E*TRADE Financial and a Billing Remediation Analyst at UBS. Educational qualifications include a B.S. in Marketing Business from Fairleigh Dickinson University and certifications in CPR, AED, and First Aid.
Bike New York
Bike New York is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to facilitate & promote cycling in New York City through education, public events, & collaboration with community organizations & municipal agencies. Our vision is to encourage cycling as a safe & sustainable means of transit and recreation, & to elevate cycling as a healthy compliment to New Yorkers’ daily lives. Working with the Department of Transportation & other city agencies, Bike New York provides access to cycling for New Yorkers by offering free bicycling education classes for kids & adults in all five boroughs, informational school assemblies & after-school programs, & a summer program for youth enrolled in organized camp groups. Since 2011, these education programs have reached more than 17,500 New Yorkers. These free classes are funded through public events, most notably the TD Five Boro Bike Tour, America’s largest cycling event. With more than 32,000 cyclists, this ride brings bike enthusiasts from all over the world to enjoy 40 miles of traffic-free streets in New York City. Bike New York also produces Bike Expo New York (BE NY), presented by Eastern Mountain Sports. With more than 43,000 attendees, the inaugural BE NY was the largest free consumer bike expo in the country. Proceeds from this event help to fund Bike New York’s education programs.