Acacia (Casey) Wytaske

Acacia "Casey" Wytaske has a diverse work experience in various industries. Acacia (Casey) currently works as a Rider Success Associate at Hammerhead since December 2020. In this role, they assist professional cycling teams by onboarding them in person and virtually, setting up the device, and training them to use the Karoo 2 to enhance their rides. Casey interacts with riders through various communication platforms to ensure they have a positive experience with Hammerhead and the Karoo.

Prior to their current role, Casey worked at Giant Bicycles from June 2018, where they served as a Liv Cycling Marketing Field Rep & Field Mechanic. Acacia (Casey)'sresponsibilities included training the retail network on Liv Cycling bicycles and gear, organizing demos, clinics, and events for female consumers, and advising retailers on improving their women's business. Acacia (Casey) also mentored Liv's network and acted as a direct connection to consumers.

Casey is also an experienced coach and business owner. Acacia (Casey) founded Ride Rogue Valley MTB Coaching in August 2020 and managed the business until August 2021. Additionally, they worked as a Guest Instructor at the United Bicycle Institute from July 2020 to November 2020.

Earlier in their career, Casey served as the Executive Director of Key City Bike from March 2016 to June 2018. In this role, they oversaw the organization's mission and operations, developed programming, managed volunteers, coordinated community outreach efforts, and handled financial record keeping and reporting.

Before joining Key City Bike, Casey worked at Blue Earth County from June 2013 to June 2018 as a Taxpayer Services Specialist in the Assessor's office. Acacia (Casey)'sresponsibilities included processing property tax and assessment payments, calculating tax estimates, and presenting items to the County Board.

Casey's work experience also includes being a Real Estate Broker at Great North Realty from April 2006 to January 2016. In this role, they oversaw sales transactions, conducted sales training, managed broker files and records, and handled advertising and web development.

Overall, Casey's work experience showcases their versatility and expertise in various industries, including cycling, coaching, non-profit management, government services, and real estate.

Acacia (Casey) Wytaske began their education at the University of St. Thomas in 2011, where they pursued a Congregation Business Administration Certification. Acacia (Casey) completed this program in the same year. In 2016, Acacia enrolled in Itasca Community College and spent four years there, graduating in 2020 with a GIS Certificate in Geographic Information Science and Cartography.

In addition to their formal education, Acacia obtained several certifications. In 2016, they acquired a Professional Mountain Bike Instructor - PMBIA Level 1 certification from PMBIA. Two years later, in 2018, they received a Professional Repair and Shop Operation certification from the United Bicycle Institute. In 2019, Acacia obtained both an Adult CPR/AED certification from the American Red Cross and a Wilderness and Remote First Aid certification from the same organization. Most recently, in 2022, Acacia earned a CPR & AED certification and a Wilderness/Remote Location First Aid certification from Wilderness Medical Associates International.