Staff

Janine Rood, Executive Director

Janine embraces cycling in all forms, from basic transportation, to recreation, to touring to racing, but she hasn’t yet mastered the unicycle. She considers herself incredibly lucky to be able to spend her time working to improve conditions for cyclists, as well as encouraging new and existing riders, young and old, in a community that is so supportive of cycling.

Breana Marubashi, Events Coordinator

Breana recently graduated from Chico State University with a Bachelor's in Recreation Administration and is utilizing her degree to plan our events. Although new to the cycling world, Breana is learning something new everyday! She has a passion for the Chico community and loves to hike, dance, and play with her dogs.

Rachel Kagan, Bike Valet Manager and Office Monkey

Rachel enjoys cycling in all forms. Whether it is a long distance road ride, a commute across town, or a mountain biking in upper park she is usually game. She is currently managing the Bike Valet and looks forward to expanding the program and encouraging people to go by bike.

Paulo Wellini, IT Domestique and Webmaster

Paul has been riding and racing bikes since the days of Merckx and De Vlaeminck. When he is not working on IT, website development, and event logistics for Chico Velo he spends his time writing programming books for science and engineering.

Samantha Becker, Advocacy/Fundraising Manager

Samantha had been cycling to commute and for recreation since her early days of college. She recently graduated from Montana State University Bozeman with her MPA and an emphasis on sustainable transportation (bike/ped specifically). She's passionate about cycling advocacy, community development and being outside. Samantha's other interests include running, yoga, rock climbing, and working on her family's historic home.