Ken Podziba

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.