Blog: Staff Spotlight!
Welcome to Staff Spotlight! We're using this space to share more about the employees who make our work possible and to shine a light on their achievements. Read on to learn more about our June 2024 'Wheelie of the Month' award recipient, Dan Seiden, and our quarterly 'Pedal Power' award recipient, Elyse Oliver.
Pedal Power Award
We are thrilled to announce Elyse Oliver as the inaugural recipient of our Pedal Power award at Bikes Not Bombs. Elyse embodies our organization's core values of equity, youth empowerment, and collaboration through her leadership approach, which blends wisdom, compassion, humor, and authenticity. Her commitment to continuous learning and expanding her perspective sets her apart as a true role model within our team. This Spring, Elyse completed the Institute for Nonprofit Practice’s Community Fellows program, further investing in her own growth as a leader.
Elyse's exceptional qualities have not gone unnoticed by her colleagues. Her trustworthiness, mutual respect, and dedication to creating a positive work environment have earned her respect and admiration from everyone she works with.
Elyse's thoughtfulness, professionalism, and graciousness in all interactions reflect her commitment to excellence and set a high standard for her peers to follow. Congratulations to Elyse on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you for your outstanding contributions to Bikes Not Bombs.
Wheelie of the Month Award
We are proud to announce Dan Seiden as the deserving recipient of our "Wheelie of the Month" award at Bikes Not Bombs. Serving as the Bike Shop Director, Dan's exceptional adaptability, leadership, and unwavering dedication have significantly contributed to the shop's success. His ability to stay calm amidst challenges, go above and beyond in his role, and support the organization through transitions has truly set him apart.
Dan's commitment to listening, problem-solving, and supporting his team members exemplifies his outstanding qualities as a supervisor, bike mechanic, and tech help. His positive attitude and tireless efforts have made a lasting impact on our organization. Congratulations to Dan on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you for your invaluable contributions to Bikes Not Bombs.