Angela Parrotta - President
While living and working as a graphic designer in New York City, Angela biked across the country in 2008 and 2010 with the non-profit, Bike & Build, to raise money and awareness for affordable housing. This led to a career change and a move to Washington, D.C. to work in bicycle advocacy. While in D.C., she rebranded one of the DMV's oldest independent bike shops, Spokes Etc, designed cycling kits for many of the local race teams and clubs, and was the women's director for an elite race team. Angela started road racing in 2014 and in her last 4 years of competing has stepped on over 25 podiums.
Over the last several years, Angela would visit Naples often to see family and escape winters in D.C. The stars finally aligned in 2020 and now she calls Naples home. The cycling community here has always welcomed her and now she's eager to finally give back.
While living and working as a graphic designer in New York City, Angela biked across the country in 2008 and 2010 with the non-profit, Bike & Build, to raise money and awareness for affordable housing. This led to a career change and a move to Washington, D.C. to work in bicycle advocacy. While in D.C., she rebranded one of the DMV's oldest independent bike shops, Spokes Etc, designed cycling kits for many of the local race teams and clubs, and was the women's director for an elite race team. Angela started road racing in 2014 and in her last 4 years of competing has stepped on over 25 podiums.
Over the last several years, Angela would visit Naples often to see family and escape winters in D.C. The stars finally aligned in 2020 and now she calls Naples home. The cycling community here has always welcomed her and now she's eager to finally give back.
Joe Jasper - Vice President
Cycling has always been a passion that fuels my sense of adventure and perseverance. I can remember exploring every paved inch of north-east Iowa town beginning with my red Schwinn Sting Ray. I raced competitively through high school and college, cherishing the thrill of pushing my limits and the camaraderie of the cycling community. Life took a different but equally rewarding path when I paused cycling to help raise my three wonderful children, a journey that taught me endurance of a different kind! In 2021, a move to Naples reignited my love for cycling. Surrounded by scenic routes and an exceptionally vibrant biking community, I found renewed energy and inspiration on two wheels. Whether it's a solo ride at sunrise or enjoying the fellowship of cycling with friends, every ride reminds me of the joy, resilience, and freedom that comes with the sport.
Cycling has always been a passion that fuels my sense of adventure and perseverance. I can remember exploring every paved inch of north-east Iowa town beginning with my red Schwinn Sting Ray. I raced competitively through high school and college, cherishing the thrill of pushing my limits and the camaraderie of the cycling community. Life took a different but equally rewarding path when I paused cycling to help raise my three wonderful children, a journey that taught me endurance of a different kind! In 2021, a move to Naples reignited my love for cycling. Surrounded by scenic routes and an exceptionally vibrant biking community, I found renewed energy and inspiration on two wheels. Whether it's a solo ride at sunrise or enjoying the fellowship of cycling with friends, every ride reminds me of the joy, resilience, and freedom that comes with the sport.
Sundi Faith - Treasurer
From balancing budgets to balancing on my bike, I’m the ultimate combination of cyclist and CPA. My favorite part of tax season? Claiming all those miles spend cycling as ‘work-related cardio’! When I’m not preparing tax returns, you can catch me dodging traffic. Having done my share of racing in past years, I am now all about riding for FUN and I’m now always on the lookout for the best bike routes that cross the paths of a great coffee shop. I specialize in maintaining a cheerful disposition even when my helmet hair is truly a sight to behold. I have been a part of Naples Velo since 2007 serving on the board for the second time now. Being a big proponent to cycling safety, I’m also currently serving on the board of the Naples Pathway Coalition. Join me on this wild ride as we conquer the cycling world one pedal stroke at a time!
From balancing budgets to balancing on my bike, I’m the ultimate combination of cyclist and CPA. My favorite part of tax season? Claiming all those miles spend cycling as ‘work-related cardio’! When I’m not preparing tax returns, you can catch me dodging traffic. Having done my share of racing in past years, I am now all about riding for FUN and I’m now always on the lookout for the best bike routes that cross the paths of a great coffee shop. I specialize in maintaining a cheerful disposition even when my helmet hair is truly a sight to behold. I have been a part of Naples Velo since 2007 serving on the board for the second time now. Being a big proponent to cycling safety, I’m also currently serving on the board of the Naples Pathway Coalition. Join me on this wild ride as we conquer the cycling world one pedal stroke at a time!
Amy Bullard - Secretary
Amy joined Naples Velo as a new cyclist in 2011. She is dedicated to the sport and has been lucky enough to ride with so many of the incredible members of the Naples cycling community. Her career has mainly been as a management consultant and most recently her focus has been as an international advisor to equine wearables startups. Think Garmin, Fitbit, Strava for horses! She has been living and cycling in Connecticut and North Carolina for the last few years. This year she made the decision to make Naples her permanent home again. She is excited to share her considerable Board experience with Naples Velo and is grateful for the opportunity to give back.
Amy joined Naples Velo as a new cyclist in 2011. She is dedicated to the sport and has been lucky enough to ride with so many of the incredible members of the Naples cycling community. Her career has mainly been as a management consultant and most recently her focus has been as an international advisor to equine wearables startups. Think Garmin, Fitbit, Strava for horses! She has been living and cycling in Connecticut and North Carolina for the last few years. This year she made the decision to make Naples her permanent home again. She is excited to share her considerable Board experience with Naples Velo and is grateful for the opportunity to give back.
Tony Renda
From his early years as a daily paperboy in suburban Pittsburgh, Tony has always been at home on a bike, appreciating the things that we all love about cycling: the Independence, the Fitness, and the sheer Joy that cycling affords us when we travel at accelerated speeds, while still in-touch with our environment.
Since those early days, cycling has been an ever-present part of Tony’s life: Living & riding in NYC, Pittsburgh, and Jacksonville, it was his 2007 move to Naples that accelerated his appreciation for cycling: Naples’ climate, bike-friendly roads, and strong Velo group rides made it easier than ever to get out on the bike.
Throughout the year, Tony races triathlons and is a standout cyclist in his age group, earning spots to multiple IRONMAN World Championships at the Full and Half distances. These days, you can find him on weekly Velo group rides, long solo century rides, or mountain bike rides at nearby CREW trails.
Tony runs 4 radio stations here in Southwest Florida and enjoys spreading the word about cycling and Naples Velo.
From his early years as a daily paperboy in suburban Pittsburgh, Tony has always been at home on a bike, appreciating the things that we all love about cycling: the Independence, the Fitness, and the sheer Joy that cycling affords us when we travel at accelerated speeds, while still in-touch with our environment.
Since those early days, cycling has been an ever-present part of Tony’s life: Living & riding in NYC, Pittsburgh, and Jacksonville, it was his 2007 move to Naples that accelerated his appreciation for cycling: Naples’ climate, bike-friendly roads, and strong Velo group rides made it easier than ever to get out on the bike.
Throughout the year, Tony races triathlons and is a standout cyclist in his age group, earning spots to multiple IRONMAN World Championships at the Full and Half distances. These days, you can find him on weekly Velo group rides, long solo century rides, or mountain bike rides at nearby CREW trails.
Tony runs 4 radio stations here in Southwest Florida and enjoys spreading the word about cycling and Naples Velo.
Meghan Bailey
In 2012, I started cycling to train for a sprint triathlon, joining different training groups and soon became part of my first athletic community. I formed many friendships and gained mentors, it was life changing. A few years later iI moved to Naples for a season and joined my first Velo ride. Riding in a big group was new to me but I learned how to navigate a pace line and about bike safety from Velo members present and past. Truly the best community for cycling.
I love racing and trying new challenges and since that first triathlon in 2012 I have competed in many athletic events including Masters Swim Meets, Open water races, Triathlons (sprint distance to 1/2 Ironman), 5k to Marathon and even one Crit race.
I split my time between Naples and Greenville SC. Greenville is a beautiful place to ride a bike with many challenging climbs. I love when our Florida friends come to visit and ride with us! I am also a Pilates Instructor and teach private and group classes at a studio in Old Naples.
In 2012, I started cycling to train for a sprint triathlon, joining different training groups and soon became part of my first athletic community. I formed many friendships and gained mentors, it was life changing. A few years later iI moved to Naples for a season and joined my first Velo ride. Riding in a big group was new to me but I learned how to navigate a pace line and about bike safety from Velo members present and past. Truly the best community for cycling.
I love racing and trying new challenges and since that first triathlon in 2012 I have competed in many athletic events including Masters Swim Meets, Open water races, Triathlons (sprint distance to 1/2 Ironman), 5k to Marathon and even one Crit race.
I split my time between Naples and Greenville SC. Greenville is a beautiful place to ride a bike with many challenging climbs. I love when our Florida friends come to visit and ride with us! I am also a Pilates Instructor and teach private and group classes at a studio in Old Naples.
Mike Sherman
Mike started cycling in college as a way to stay fit while recovering from a football injury. That led to victories in the DePauw Little 500 races and a lifelong passion for the sport. For more than 40 years since, Mike has been on his bike nearly daily, moving through track racing, triathlon, and later criterium racing. An original member of the Zipp Factory Team, he now races with Texas Roadhouse Cycling.
Living and working in Belgium for a time deepened his appreciation for cycling’s culture and traditions. His connection to Naples cycling began more than 20 years ago, when a spring break visit led him to discover and join a Naples Velo ride.
Mike spent his career in the life sciences, serving as CEO of companies that developed FDA-approved drugs for prostate and brain cancers. Now in semi-retirement, he serves on biotech boards and is grateful to support a Naples Velo culture that welcomes riders of all abilities, motivations, and goals
Mike started cycling in college as a way to stay fit while recovering from a football injury. That led to victories in the DePauw Little 500 races and a lifelong passion for the sport. For more than 40 years since, Mike has been on his bike nearly daily, moving through track racing, triathlon, and later criterium racing. An original member of the Zipp Factory Team, he now races with Texas Roadhouse Cycling.
Living and working in Belgium for a time deepened his appreciation for cycling’s culture and traditions. His connection to Naples cycling began more than 20 years ago, when a spring break visit led him to discover and join a Naples Velo ride.
Mike spent his career in the life sciences, serving as CEO of companies that developed FDA-approved drugs for prostate and brain cancers. Now in semi-retirement, he serves on biotech boards and is grateful to support a Naples Velo culture that welcomes riders of all abilities, motivations, and goals
Andres Paz
Andres found cycling in 2019 after too many soccer injuries—and never looked back. Sunrise rides, long miles, and great company quickly turned a new hobby into a lifestyle.
As a Naples Velo board member, Andres is all about making cycling more welcoming and inclusive, especially within the Hispanic community. He believes bikes bring people together and loves helping new riders catch the cycling bug.
Off the bike, Andres is the founder of Latinos239, a media and community platform focused on empowering Southwest Florida’s Hispanic community. On the board, he brings energy, creativity, and a true passion for growing the Naples Velo family.
Andres found cycling in 2019 after too many soccer injuries—and never looked back. Sunrise rides, long miles, and great company quickly turned a new hobby into a lifestyle.
As a Naples Velo board member, Andres is all about making cycling more welcoming and inclusive, especially within the Hispanic community. He believes bikes bring people together and loves helping new riders catch the cycling bug.
Off the bike, Andres is the founder of Latinos239, a media and community platform focused on empowering Southwest Florida’s Hispanic community. On the board, he brings energy, creativity, and a true passion for growing the Naples Velo family.
Ivan Zurita
Born in Bolivia and now calling Southwest Florida home, Ivan Zurita moved to the United States eight years ago and has built a deep connection to the local cycling community through a lifelong love of two wheels. Introduced to many sports at a young age, Ivan found his true passion in cycling, beginning with BMX and motocross as a teenager. Despite overcoming multiple injuries, his commitment to riding and to the people around the sport never faded. Cycling is more than competition for Ivan, it is a shared experience that builds friendships, discipline, and belonging. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he is dedicated to making cycling accessible, welcoming, and supportive for riders of all backgrounds while helping strengthen and grow the Velo Naples community.
Born in Bolivia and now calling Southwest Florida home, Ivan Zurita moved to the United States eight years ago and has built a deep connection to the local cycling community through a lifelong love of two wheels. Introduced to many sports at a young age, Ivan found his true passion in cycling, beginning with BMX and motocross as a teenager. Despite overcoming multiple injuries, his commitment to riding and to the people around the sport never faded. Cycling is more than competition for Ivan, it is a shared experience that builds friendships, discipline, and belonging. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he is dedicated to making cycling accessible, welcoming, and supportive for riders of all backgrounds while helping strengthen and grow the Velo Naples community.
Chris Philips
I’ve been riding bikes since I was a kid and became hooked on road cycling in the mid-1990s while using it to cross-train for backpacking and mountain-climbing adventures. I’ve been riding consistently ever since.
I’ve been fortunate to live in several great cycling communities, including Chesterfield, Missouri; Asheville, North Carolina; Savannah, Georgia; and now Naples, following my wife Cathy’s career in health care.
My professional background is in sales and marketing, with experience in banking, mortgages, and direct selling. I’ve owned my own business since 2011.
I describe myself as an “F” guy—Faith, Family, Friends, Fitness, Fishing, Football, Finances, and Fun—and I’m excited to serve on the Naples Velo board and give back to our outstanding local cycling community.
I’ve been riding bikes since I was a kid and became hooked on road cycling in the mid-1990s while using it to cross-train for backpacking and mountain-climbing adventures. I’ve been riding consistently ever since.
I’ve been fortunate to live in several great cycling communities, including Chesterfield, Missouri; Asheville, North Carolina; Savannah, Georgia; and now Naples, following my wife Cathy’s career in health care.
My professional background is in sales and marketing, with experience in banking, mortgages, and direct selling. I’ve owned my own business since 2011.
I describe myself as an “F” guy—Faith, Family, Friends, Fitness, Fishing, Football, Finances, and Fun—and I’m excited to serve on the Naples Velo board and give back to our outstanding local cycling community.
Leigh Masimore —Jean Heuschen Memorial Ride Advisor
After 36 years in the corporate world, Leigh and his wife Maggie started their part time relationship with Naples in 2012. Eventually making it their fulltime residence in 2017. For the last 5 years Leigh has organized and led moderate pace rides in East Naples. He is an FBA Ride Leader/Ride Marshall for club and charity rides. Leigh has recently served as Safety Liaison for Naples Velo making cycling safety presentations to cycling clubs and homeowner associations.
After 36 years in the corporate world, Leigh and his wife Maggie started their part time relationship with Naples in 2012. Eventually making it their fulltime residence in 2017. For the last 5 years Leigh has organized and led moderate pace rides in East Naples. He is an FBA Ride Leader/Ride Marshall for club and charity rides. Leigh has recently served as Safety Liaison for Naples Velo making cycling safety presentations to cycling clubs and homeowner associations.
Don Rupprecht—Jean Heuschen Memorial Ride Advisor
Don practiced law for approximately 20, primarily before federal courts and agencies throughout the US and its territories. He then transitioned into conducting financial turnarounds and startups for multi-national corporations for 20 years.
Don first became involved in cycling in 1991 in Indianapolis, IN. He is a member of the Tour de’ Taverns Cycling Club in Evansville, IN and the Team Sociale Cycling Club in Columbus, OH.
In 2010, Don retired and moved full time to Naples, FL. At that time, he joined Naples Velo Bicycle Club. He is a past president of Naples Velo and is excited to again serve as a Trustee of Naples Velo.
Don practiced law for approximately 20, primarily before federal courts and agencies throughout the US and its territories. He then transitioned into conducting financial turnarounds and startups for multi-national corporations for 20 years.
Don first became involved in cycling in 1991 in Indianapolis, IN. He is a member of the Tour de’ Taverns Cycling Club in Evansville, IN and the Team Sociale Cycling Club in Columbus, OH.
In 2010, Don retired and moved full time to Naples, FL. At that time, he joined Naples Velo Bicycle Club. He is a past president of Naples Velo and is excited to again serve as a Trustee of Naples Velo.