MEET THE TEAM
One Broken Biker is a Non Profit organization with a dedicated team of board members who have a passion for the motorcycle community. Not all of them may be bikers themselves, but their enthusiasm and commitment to helping others makes them a perfect fit for their roles. They offer more than just volunteer hours - they leverage their love of the motorcycle community to make a difference.
Ashlee Taylor
President & Founder
Meet Ashlee Taylor, the dedicated Founder and President of One Broken Biker (OBB). Her journey with OBB began in 2012, prompted by a tragic motorcycle accident involving her father. Fueled by a deep sense of purpose and unwavering determination, she has tirelessly worked on expanding this organization over the years.
Ashlee wholeheartedly believes that OBB serves as the cornerstone for organizations like it, allowing direct and meaningful support to those who need it most. Her vision extends far beyond borders, as she dreams of OBB making a positive impact not only across Canada but eventually across the world.
For Ashlee, supporting injured bikers isn't just a cause; it's a part of who she is, a passion that runs through her veins. You can reach out to her at Ashlee@onebrokenbiker.org to connect and collaborate on this inspiring journey. 🏍️💙🌍
Amanda Wisniewski
Treasurer & Injury Outreach Support
Amanda volunteered at the 2013 Fall Poker Run and has volunteered at every event since. She rides with her husband regularly and is also practicing to one day ride her own bike. She has been a part of the OBB Family since the beginning and is excited to now be a part of the Board Of Directors.
You can reach Amanda at: Treasurer@onebrokenbiker.org.
Liza Yegorov
Secretary
Shaine Isaac
Injury Outreach Director
Shaine has been riding motorbikes since he was a kid, and on the roads since 1997. Shaine discovered OBB on Facebook and thought it was just another group for old and broken riders. After researching what OBB was and what they did for injured riders, he bought a membership, attended the windup party, and met a bunch of great fellow riders in 2019. During the 2020 bike draw (online due to COVID) he discovered how many people worked behind the scenes to make OBB work. He contacted OBB and volunteered to be on the injury outreach team. He has worked a season as the Alberta Outreach Team Leader and has now taken over from Amanda as the Injury Outreach Coordinator. OBB wouldn’t be able to help riders without a great team of volunteers who contact and support the injured riders.
“I love that this is motorbikers supporting motorbikers. The motorbike community has always been family to me, and it fills my heart to help those family members that are in need.” - Shaine.
You can reach out to Shaine - Injury@onebrokenbiker.org
Dez Horwood
Membership Director & Newsletter Guru
Dez is a native of the UK, but don't hold that against him. He has been riding various types of motorcycles since the age of 5. In the early years, it involved riding some highly customized mopeds on a friend's farm, and he learned the hard way, often falling off. Later, he obtained his UK license and transitioned from a sport bike to various cruisers.
Upon moving to Canada, his car license was easily swapped, but he had to retake the motorcycle test to ride here. He found the Canadian test much simpler than the UK's, merely comprising different sections within a parking lot with no road test. Since moving to Canada in 2005, Dez has enjoyed riding throughout Canada and the US. He mentions that the roads in North America are notably different from those in the UK, and he does miss the winding, twisting roads of his homeland in contrast to the flat, straight roads here.
Dez began attending One Broken Biker (OBB) events in 2020 and volunteered for the Battle of The Cities in 2022. In 2023, he took on the role of Membership Secretary.
You can reach out to Dez regarding any membership issues at membership@onebrokenbiker.org.
Open Position
Sponsorship & Grants Director: (Open Position)
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Responsibilities:
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Identify and apply for grants to secure organizational funding.
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Develop and execute nationwide fundraising initiatives.
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Build and maintain sponsorship relationships to secure ongoing and future support.
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Oversee the Calgary Silent Auction by collaborating with the Silent Auction Committee.
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Help organize Calgary Bike Nights and manage sponsorships across all teams.
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Supervise and support Calgary and Edmonton events to ensure smooth planning and execution.
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Manage and update the Perks Program in collaboration with the web designer.
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Collaborate with the board to align grants, sponsorships, and fundraising efforts with organizational goals.
Skills Required:
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Grant writing and fundraising expertise.
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Networking and relationship-building abilities.
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Event planning and organizational skills.
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Financial literacy and strategic planning capabilities.
Open Position
Social Media Director: (Open Position)
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Responsibilities:
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Manage all social media postings with support from the President.
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Assist regional teams with designing posters and creating social media content.
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Ensure weekly content is consistently posted across OBB’s social media platforms.
Skills Required:
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Proficiency in social media platforms and content creation tools.
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Creativity and marketing expertise.
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Strong collaboration and design skills.
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Ability to maintain a consistent posting schedule.
Open Position
Regional Team Director: (Open Position, Currently Run by Amanda Wisniewski) APPLY NOW: Click here to fill out form
Responsibilities:
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Keep all regional teams organized and ensure they follow protocol when starting and operating teams.
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Act as the primary contact for answering questions and providing guidance to regional teams.
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Ensure consistency and alignment with OBB’s mission and national board directives.
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Support regional team setup and ongoing operations.
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Meet with regional teams monthly to assess needs, review plans, and provide mentorship.
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Focus on growing and expanding regional teams.
Skills Required:
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Strong organizational and mentorship abilities.
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Effective communication and conflict-resolution skills.
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Knowledge of team management and protocol enforcement.
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Ability to inspire and support growth initiatives.