Bike New York
Ken Podziba has an extensive work experience in various roles within government agencies and non-profit organizations. Ken is currently serving as the Chairman of the League of American Bicyclists since October 2019. Prior to that, they held the position of President/CEO at Bike New York since January 2010. Ken has also served as the NYC Sports Commissioner for the City of New York from February 1998 to January 2010, where they were responsible for attracting sporting events to improve the city's economy and provide recreational opportunities. Ken has also held positions as Deputy Commissioner/Chief Financial Officer at the NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission, Assistant Commissioner of Fiscal Operations at the NYC Department of Youth & Community Development, Project Manager at the NYC Economic Development Corporation, and Urban Planner at the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development.
Ken Podziba earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications and Management from Syracuse University, where they attended from 1982 to 1986. Later, from 1990 to 1992, they pursued a Master of Science degree in Architecture, Planning & Development from Columbia University. Additionally, in October 2020, they obtained a certification as a Lead Cycling Instructor from the League of American Bicyclists.
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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.