Our People

Our Team

Executive Director

Justin Booth, MPH

justin@gobikebuffalo.org

Executive Director

Justin Booth, MPH

As the founder and Executive Director of GObike I have been fortunate to turn a hobby into a job. I love to bicycle—whether it’s for errands, enjoyment, or long excursions to exercise. Only when you’re on two wheels do you get to see the rich diversity of all the people and small intricate details of our buildings and places, which make our city unique.

justin@gobikebuffalo.org

Deputy Director

Ashley Smith, MUP

ashley@gobikebuffalo.org

Deputy Director

Ashley Smith, MUP

I serve as GObike's Deputy Director, a role that blends my love for infrastructure and desire to empower individuals in pursuit of shared values. Commuting by bike has changed my life, leading me to new opportunities, relationships, and perspectives. I'm lucky to work with GObike's talented team in pursuit of a more mobile and sustainable Buffalo.

ashley@gobikebuffalo.org

Communications Director

Kevin Heffernan

Kevin@gobikebuffalo.org

Communications Director

Kevin Heffernan

I'm so excited to be leading communications at GObike. We're growing an informed and passionate coalition of Western New Yorkers who want to see a safe, accessible, and sustainable transportation network of complete streets that connects communities, not divides them.

Kevin@gobikebuffalo.org

Community Workship Director

Adam Ianni

adam@gobikebuffalo.org

Community Workship Director

Adam Ianni

As the community workshop director, I've learned that wrenching on bikes is a never-ending journey. But one of the most valuable lessons I've learned is that bikes are the ultimate vehicle for building community. Visit our community workshops, and you might learn a new skill, but you’ll definitely leave with new friends.

adam@gobikebuffalo.org

Program Manager, GO Buffalo Niagara

Brendan Seney, MUP

brendan@gobuffaloniagara.org

Program Manager, GO Buffalo Niagara

Brendan Seney, MUP

After a 2019 New Year’s resolution to drive less, I discovered the convenience, savings, and joy of using public transit and a bike to get to and from work, errands, and outings. I’ve been known to preach the benefits of sustainable transportation options to friends, family, and the occasional stranger at parties, I now get to do it for a living as the Program Manager for GO Buffalo Niagara, GObike’s transportation demand management program. Through online resources & tools, membership, and other services, we help commuters, employers, and property owners across the region discover and implement sustainable transportation options.

brendan@gobuffaloniagara.org

Complete Streets Planner

Cindy Wood, MUP

cindy@gobikebuffalo.org

Complete Streets Planner

Cindy Wood, MUP

My favorite part about working for GObike is playing a direct role in making positive change for our region. As a planner, I strongly believe that streets should be designed for everyone to use, not just for cars. Connecting neighborhoods and communities through street infrastructure is a passion of mine, and I'm excited to be able to pursue my passion with GObike.

cindy@gobikebuffalo.org

Complete Streets Engineer

Jim Jones

jim@gobikebuffalo.org

Complete Streets Engineer

Jim Jones

Jim is responsible for the engineering of bike infrastructure for GObike's planning initiatives. Recently retired from the Town of Tonawanda where he worked as a licensed civil engineer for 30 years, Jim's tenure included management of many of the town’s planning, engineering, and public works projects totaling in the tens of millions of dollars, including the Tonawanda Rail-to-Trail project.

jim@gobikebuffalo.org

Outreach Specialist, GO Buffalo Niagara

Christine Krolewicz, MUP, AICP

christine@gobuffaloniagara.org

Outreach Specialist, GO Buffalo Niagara

Christine Krolewicz, MUP, AICP

Being car-free for a year, I learned not only how to use bike and transit infrastructure, but also how to utilize my network of family, friends, and neighbors so I wouldn't miss a beat. I'm happy to now be sharing these kinds of resources through the GO Buffalo Niagara program to help businesses, places, and individuals find creative transportation solutions. In a country built for cars, driving solo may be the easiest option, but certainly not the most interesting!

christine@gobuffaloniagara.org

Community Engagement Manager

Kaden Shea

kaden@gobikebuffalo.org

Community Engagement Manager

Kaden Shea

A Buffalo resident all my life, I've always been inspired by the fabric of our region's past, and the history - from the blunders to the brilliance - behind the built world around us. My goal as Community Engagement Manager for GObike is to impart our mission of complete streets and accessible mobility options to a growing number of Western New Yorkers, and empower my neighbors to partake in shaping our shared future by voicing their demands for safer, smarter streets, and a healthier Buffalo for future generations.

kaden@gobikebuffalo.org

Education Manager

David Myers

david@gobikebuffalo.org

Education Manager

David Myers

As Education Manager with GObike, it is my privilege to share my passion for bicycling, active mobility, and the great outdoors with our neighbors here in the Queen City. Bicycling not only provides us with a sustainable mode of transportation, it also gives us a sense of community, as well as a fun way to exercise! Through informative and engaging programming, it is my duty to spread the message of GObike throughout Western New York

david@gobikebuffalo.org

Chief Development Officer

Sarah Omicioli

sarah@gobikebuffalo.org

Chief Development Officer

Sarah Omicioli

As someone who identifies as an “Average Jane” biker, I want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome at GObike. Whether you are a bike fanatic like our founder or simply a safe-roads enthusiast like myself, GObike is for you. We are incredibly grateful for every individual who supports our organization through their time, resources, membership, and/or advocacy. Your generosity matters to us, but more importantly, you matter to us.
If you want to learn how to get involved with the GObike community, please reach out. Coffee's on me!

sarah@gobikebuffalo.org

Community Workshop Mechanic

Aasaa Straker

aasaa@gobikebuffalo.org

Community Workshop Mechanic

Aasaa Straker

I'm in Buffalo for school and working at GObike part time. I'm really happy to be a mechanic here. Bikes are such a great way to stay in shape, and I was surprised to find such a big bike community here in our city.

aasaa@gobikebuffalo.org

Community Workshop Lead Mechanic

Tyler Hughey

tyler@gobikebuffalo.org

Community Workshop Lead Mechanic

Tyler Hughey

I've been working on bikes since I was a kid. I love fixing them, helping other people fix theirs, and of course - riding them! See you at Open Shop!

tyler@gobikebuffalo.org

Our People

Our Team

Our Team

Justin Booth, MPH

Ashley Smith, MUP

Kevin Heffernan

Adam Ianni

Brendan Seney, MUP

Cindy Wood, MUP

Jim Jones

Christine Krolewicz, MUP, AICP

Kaden Shea

David Myers

Sarah Omicioli

Aasaa Straker

Tyler Hughey

Board of Directors