Fostering a Passion for Bike Instruction, Advocating for Mobility Justice
Introducing Dan Hernandez and Naomi Primero
We are excited to introduce you to our new Education Co-Manager, Dan Hernandez!
Dan began bike commuting while attending schools in eastern and central US, which culminated in a Masters in Ecology. After working ten years domestically and internationally in conservation, he began teaching outdoor recreation.
Now 15 years into his second career Dan is convinced of the power of recreation to change lives, ecosystems, and communities. With certifications in sea kayaking and rock climbing, his favorite ‘work’ still involves cycling because of the far reaching positive effects of bike transportation. Becoming a bike instructor in 2005, our lead instructor in 2016, and a LAB Coach in 2022, Dan is happily co-managing the bike education program.
We are also excited to introduce you to our new Operations Coordinator, Naomi Primero!
Naomi joined Bike East Bay as the Operations Coordinator in August 2022. They have a background in the food industry, ranging from food accessibility to beverage service, and in legal administration. They see mobility justice and food justice as inextricably related and are excited to work behind the scenes to make riding accessible for their neighbors and community members.
Naomi continues to support operations/admin in the legal and food industry worlds. Outside of work, they could be found running around the parks of Oakland or testing drink recipes with tea.
