FOUNDER/PRESIDENT

I am the proud father of three daughters, Shelby, Suzannah and Scarlett, with my wife, Jackie. We have been married since 1998. I am fourth generation plastering contractor and real estate broker that loves anything outdoors especially hunting, camping, fishing, and cycling.

FOUNDER/VICE PRESIDENT

I was born and raised in McAllen, TX where I reside with my husband Casey and our daughters. Together we have three daughters, Shelby, Suzannah, and Scarlett. I am a first-grade teacher along with my role of being VP for Suzannah Smiles.

SECRETARY

As a Rio Grande native, I found Suzannah Smiles and the SB250 through my career as a bicycle mechanic. After arriving in San Antonio during my first SB250, it became evident to me that this was a cause and an organization that I wanted to be more deeply involved in. The comradery that I have been able to develop with our organization's members, volunteers, and event participants, along with the sense of fulfillment I get knowing I am a part of a group dedicated to impacting the lives of families who have children with Spina Bifida diagnoses has profoundly changed my life.

TREASURER

My journey with SB250 and then Suzannah Smiles started out as a simple challenge from Casey, who has been a long-time neighbor. In 2014, he challenged me to ride with him and others to San Antonio. I have watched the Swanson family thrive and overcome challenges that Spina Bifida has presented to them, and I wanted to be a part of giving back. I have always felt that I can help make a difference in the lives of others by volunteering for Suzannah Smiles.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

A Texas boy who was raised on bicycles. Over the years, I have rode and raced all types of bicyles from BMX to road and everything in between. Found the SB250 in my own healing journey after Aicardi Syndrome and the rest is history. In my spare time, I oversee the retail operation for OTG Exp at IAH Airport. 28 locations and a couple hundred teammates.

AT-LARGE

I have been involved in cycling my whole life, thirty four years. I was raised from birth inside my family's bike shops serving three locations in the Rio Grande Valley and recently adding Corpus Christi. I've gotten to meet a great number of amazing cyclists and people through my years, and that's how I got synched up with the SB250. I was asked to help SAG for the SB250 a few years ago and I was immediately hooked. The friendships and memories made along with being able to help out those with Spina Bifida are what sold me. It's been the best charity I have ever helped out with and I will continue to do so as long as I am able!

AT-LARGE

I have been a cyclist off and on my entire life. The beginning of my cycling journey began on BMX bikes and evolved to mountain and road bikes. I discovered the SB250 when I realized my favorite bike shop played an integral role in it. I then befriended it’s creator, Casey Swanson. After many miles together came the involvement in the Suzannah Smiles organization and the planning and implementation of the SB250. I do it all in the interest of helping those that cannot help themselves.

DIRECTOR

My cycling life began in 2011 while my Suzannah Smiles involvement initiated in 2017. My happiness and joy come about whilst volunteering with SB250 and the fantastic people I have met and worked alongside. That has opened the door to cultivating lifelong friendships with all while maintaining involvement for a great cause. 

DIRECTOR

For the last 11 years I have been a part of the SB250. A passion to help people, bring awareness and raise money for Spina Bifida and Suzannah Smiles is something I love. We get to help others by showing how much we care about them as well as help families. I love serving the Spina Bifida community by riding my bike and working with everyone involved with Suzannah Smiles and the SB250.

DIRECTOR

A cyclist and a triathlete, I was inspired to give back and volunteer to ensure our riders are safe and successful in completing this monumental event.   To see the smiles of all the children at the finish line that we ride for is a homage to the Swanson Family and the reason for my devotion to this cause.