Russ Spahn, FF/EMT instructor - Lead Instructor

Russ is the Fire Chief of the City of Greenfield Fire Department, Wisconsin. He oversees the day-to-day operations of fire, rescue, and EMS services. He is also responsible for performing Plan Review for all new construction as it relates to fire suppression, fire detection, and Greenfield is a southern suburb of Milwaukee County with a population of 37, 000 and covers 13.5 square miles. The fire department occupies two fire stations and employees 52 personnel

Russ has worked for the City of Greenfield for nearly 34 years, the first nine years with the Department of Public Works as a Laborer/Truck Driver and the last 25 years in the fire department. Russ has been an EMT for the past 25 years, ten of which he served as a paramedic in the Milwaukee County Paramedic Program. He has been an EMT instructor with the Milwaukee Area Technical College since 1991 and also teaches fire science courses and fire certification classes for the college. Russ has also worked as an instructor for the Milwaukee County Paramedic Program and a private company called Emergency Response Training.

Russ’s education includes an Associate in Applied Science degree in Fire Science from the Milwaukee Area Technical College, a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Administration from Southern Illinois University, and a Master of Arts degree in Instructional Design and Organizational Development from Alverno College in Milwaukee Wisconsin.

E-mail: Russ_S@ci.greenfield.wi.us

Susan Busarow, RN - Lead Instructor

Susan has been involved in biking from the rear seat most of her life, she can remember the boys in town avoiding her because they were afraid of her “Biker Dad”. After the Harley 100th she decided it was time to take a Rider Safety Course and move to the controls of her own bike. She is a member of the Kettle Moraine Chapter of Harley Owners Group and A. B. A. T. E. She currently rides a Harley Sportster and is a Women In Motion Roadguard

Susan is married with: 2 adult children, 2 adult step children and blessed with 1 granddaughter. She and her husband enjoy taking trips as well as day rides together, with friends and with the KMC HOG chpater.

Susan began her involvement in emergency medical care as an Emergency Medical Technician in 1992. Currently licensed in the state of Wisconsin, she is also a member of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Susan is a C. P. R. Instructor, certified by the American Heart Association. She teaches a wide variety of classes for single students and groups in area hospitals, homes and businesses.

To schedule a class with Susan click here! info@accidentscene.org

Michael Cullen, FF/EMT-P- Lead Instructor

Mike has been an EMT since 1993 and a Paramedic since 1997. Mike holds a paramedic license in both Illinois and Wisconsin. Mike has worked for volunteer, paid-per-call, private and career departments and has been employed full-time with the City of Beloit Fire Department since 2001. He is also a Tactical Medic for the Beloit Police SWAT team. He teaches EMT-Basic, Intermediate Technician, Refreshers and CPR classes through Blackhawk Technical College in Janesville, WI. Mike also teaches Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) through the State of Wisconsin under Homeland Security grants.

Mike has been riding motorcycles since 1991 and started with an ‘85 Kawasaki Ninja 900, he has owned a couple of motorcycles since then and now rides a 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Firefighter Special Edition.

Mike is a member of South Central Wisconsin Chapter of the Harley Owners Group where he is also the Webmaster. He is also a member-at-large of the Red Knights Motorcycle Club.

Beloitfiremedic@sbcglobal.net
608-290-7968

Mary Donovan-Popa , RN –Lead Instructor
Warren Popa - Assistant Instructor

Mary Donovan-Popa has been teaching Motorcycle Safety Foundation street riding skills consistently for 22 years. Mary is an avid rider of all types of motorcycles. She is a retired Register Nurse with most of her hospital career centered in the Trauma/Surgical I.C.U.

Warren Popa has retired from the Milwaukee County Transit System where he worked as a trainer and supervisor. Warren has been teaching MSF classes for 13 years and Sidecar/Trike classes for over 8 years. He has been riding for over 45 years.

Through their combined almost one million miles of riding and both of their “real jobs,” they became very aware of the need for motorcycle rider education. In 1993 they founded Motorcycling Enterprises, the first independent motorcycle school in the State of Wisconsin. Their school offered street training for two and three wheelers, group riding for novices and dirt bike riding for kids and adults. They retired in their business in 2009 but still offer Accident Scene Management classes to motorcycle riders and other interested parties in both Wisconsin and Arizona where they have a winter home.

They are both members of SMSA (State Motorcycle Safety Administrators), WIMS (WI Independent Motorcycle Schools), AMA, ABATE of WI and HOG. Mary is a member of GWRAA and Warren is a member of BMWMOA.

To contact Mary click here: mcei@wi.rr.com or Warren wpopa@wi.rr.com

Valley V-Twin - Palm Springs, CA student wrote: "Denise's passion for the subject material is apparent from the start.  It's infectious!! She made me feel like she was grateful that I was in the class - almost as grateful as I was that she was teaching it!! Great material & I'm looking forward to taking the Advanced course when it's available here."

C. "Denise" Carey, RN – Lead Instructor/Instructor Trainer

Denise worked as an RN/Asst. Nurse Manager in Women’s Services over 9 years before leaving to explore the field of Family Practice.  She is a native Texan who lives and works in the Houston Area.

Denise is a member of the A.M.A., Hou-Tex HOG Chapter, LOH, AHDRA, and Motor Maids.  Denise also enjoys dancing and SCUBA.  Denise currently owns a 1998 Road King/FLHPI, a 2002 Heritage Softail Classic, and a 2006 Big Bear 300 Sled.

Denise was introduced to ASMI at a seminar session at the 2006 AMA/FIM Women and Motorcycling Conference in Georgia.  She met with Vicki after the seminar to sign up for a class only to discover there were no instructors in Texas . . . at the time . . . She was soon convinced that this would be her niche in the motorcycle community and a way to give something back to her fellow motorcyclists.  She is passionate about the fact that all motorcyclists need to know how to take care of EACH OTHER out on the roads we so love to travel.  “We CAN make a difference”.

Denise can be reached at:  
DeniseASMI@hotmail.com or by cell: 832-385-5232

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M. Flint Breeding, EMT-P – Lead Instructor

Flint has been riding Harleys since he was 14.  He has over 25 years experience as a firefighter & is a licensed paramedic in the state of Texas. He holds State Fire Commission Master Fire Fighter & Master Fire Instructor certification.  He has taught courses at several fire academies and fire training centers in the Dallas area.  He currently works as a firefighter/paramedic with the Richardson Fire Department, Richardson, Texas.

Flint holds a Bachelors Degree in Business Management, and is an Executive Fire Officer Program Graduate of the National Fire Academy, Emmitsburg, MD.

Flint is a patch holder with the Red Knights International Motorcycle Club (RKMC).  He is the current president of the Red Knights of Texas, the state association for the RKMC, and is a member of TEXAS 2 local chapter.  Flint is also a member of the International Association of Fire Fighters, local 1954.

To have Flint teach a class for your group, contact him at: fireteach1@yahoo.com

Justin F Breeding, Fire Fighter – Assistant Instructor

Justin has been riding motorcycles since he was 12 from dirt bikes to cruisers. He has been involved in fire service and emergency management for 12 years and is currently working for the Federal Emergency Management Agency. He is a member of the Red Knights International Motorcycle Club (RKMS) Texas Chapter 2 and served as the Security for the State during 2005-2006. You can contact Justin at: Justinf.Breeding@yahoo.com

Tommy Brown, EMT-B - Lead Instructor

Tommy has been riding since he was a kid. After retiring from the US Navy he finally acquired his dream bike, the Ultra Classic.  He has been teaching fire fighting, first aid and CPR since 1987 and recently completed his EMT. He is working in the emergency department at the local hospital.  He is active in the local HOG chapter and recently became Safety Officer.  He also rides with the Patriot Guard and loves the sense of giving back to the veteran community.  Tommy’s favorite past time is exploring the back roads for the next great restaurant.  His other “obsessions” are flying for the fun of it, scuba diving, and being able to finally spend time with his family.  Tommy has a passion for teaching and sharing his love of riding. 

To contact Tommy: e-mail him at: tbrown2@austin.rr.com

Steve Cherry, EMT – Lead instructor

Hi, I'm Steve Cherry from San Antonio, Texas.  I started riding motorcycles in 1947 at the ripe old age of 7 years.  I taught motorcycle safety for the Kawasaki Shop in Lake Charles, Louisiana before moving to Texas.  I became an EMT while serving with the Sandy Oaks Volunteer Fire Department.  I retired as Assistant Chief in 2008.  After 10 years of treating victims of accidents as an EMT, I decided to become a Certified RiderCoach and teach the MSF Basic Rider Course in the hopes of keeping just one of my students from becoming a statistic.  Currently, I teach at The Motorcycle School in San Antonio. I am a Lifetime Member of The Motorcycle Riders' Club, a member of the Patriotic Guard, American Legion Riders, Gypsy Motorcycle Club and the Southern Cruisers' Riding Club.  According to my wife, I ride a two-wheeled convertible - actually, its a fully-loaded 1800 Gold Wing.

Want to contact me? My e-mail is steveanddarleen@aol.com

Cindy Flores – Assistant Instructor

Cindy has been riding motorcycles for 23 years and teaching MSF curriculum for 20 years.  She is a MSF RiderCoach Trainer who works as a Training Specialist for the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Motorcycle Safety Unit.  She is responsible for assisting half of the state’s training locations in all aspects of the motorcycle operator training program as well as RiderCoach approval, training and updates.  She used to be a CPR Instructor for the Red Cross and decided to become an ASMI Instructor when she found out it was based on the First Responder curriculum with additional information specific to motorcyclists.  Her main focus as an ASMI Instructor will be to teach the course to RiderCoaches throughout the state of Texas.

To contact Cindy e-mail: cindy.flores@txdps.state.tx.us

Brandy "CHiPs" Fuller – Assistant Instructor

Brandy "CHiPs" Fuller is a Retired Motorcycle Police Officer from Northern California.  He is a native of Texas and was sent to California while enlisted in the United States Navy.  CHiPs got out of the Navy to become a full time Police Officer/ First Responder and held that position for 20 years.  He was a Field Training Officer during the last several years with the Police Department, teaching new recruits.  While working as a Police Officer CHiPs also taught the Defensive Driver Course for traffic violators.  He retired and returned home to Texas where he became a MSF Rider Coach first teaching for Spring Branch ISD part time then became a full time Instructor with Motorcycle Training Center.  CHiPs has been teaching the MSF Basic Rider Course and the Experienced Rider Course for the last 3 1/2 years.  CHiPs is a Lead Rider Coach and is responsible for maintaining and teaching at Rosenburg, Baytown and Magnolia training sites.  CHiPs is a member of B.A.C.A. (Bikers Against Child Abuse) and an ex board member (Sergeant At Arms).  CHiPs is also a member of the Cut and Shoot Chapter of H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group).  CHiPs believes that you can never have too much training or practice when it comes to riding a motorcycle.

Andy Long – Assistant Instructor

Andy, a Texas native, born in San Antonio, has ridden for almost 40 years. A RiderCoach and Sponsor, he’s taught as many as 25 classes a year, for 18 years. The Sponsor for RiderCourse Center, a Motorcycle Safety Training Sponsor in Dallas, Texas, and his schools train nearly 2000 students a year in the Dallas - Fort Worth Metroplex. He is a former Gold Wing Road Rider, and served as Area Rep and Assistant State Director for Texas 2. Andy was a volunteer fireman for six years, before returning to Texas is 1985. Currently, Andy is the Vice President of the Motorcycle Safety Association, and serves as the Liaison Officer to the Texas Department of Public Safety Motorcycle Safety Unit. Andy also supports the legal community as an expert witness in motorcycle - related cases. Current affiliations; Motorcycle Safety Association, Honda Rider’s Club Dallas Chapter, ST1300 Owner’s Association, and a Motorcycle Safety Foundation certified Basic and Experienced Rider Coach, and Scooter Coach.

Contact info: andylong@verizon.net, Cell (214) 334–8722, Website; www.ridercourse.com

Carl Mergen – Assistant Instructor

Carl has been riding Motorcycles since 1957 when he acquired a used 125 cc Allstate motorcycle sold by Sears.  He has owned many different makes and models including Triumph, BSA, Honda, Yamaha, and Harley-Davidson.  He currently has a 2002 GoldWing, a 2003 Honda Magna, a 2004 Honda CBR600RR, a 2006 Harley-Davidson VRSCR Street Rod and several other older models to be restored.  Carl became involved in Motorcycle Safety in 1963 through 1965 when he was president of the El Toro Marine Corp Air Station Motorcycle Safety Club responsible for all riders aboard the air station.  During the same time he spent his off hours working as the grid martial and senior safety official of the American Cycle Association holding races at several tracks in southern California.  Carl has been an area safety director for a major telephone company where his responsibilities included teaching First Aid and Personal Safety and CPR among other safety courses.  After retiring in 2003 he became an MSF RiderCoach teaching the Basic Rider Course and the Experienced Rider Course.  He is also certified as a Rider’s Edge Instructor for Harley-Davidson.  Carl holds membership in the HRCA, GWRRA, AMA, and the RCA.  His other interests include riding in the hill country, taking long road trips with his wife and daughter who also ride, riding on the track at track days where he also works as a corner safety worker, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Contact information:  Home: 830-935-2989, Cell: 512-787-8099, E-mail: cmergen@gvtc.com

Dave Metcalf – Assistant Instructor

Dave is currently employed as a training specialist with the Texas Dept. of Public safety motorcycle Safety Unit. He is responsible for the mobile training program, conducting basic & advanced rider training courses throughout the state. With many miles of weekly travel, he sees this training as invaluable.

Contact me at: David.Metcalf@txdps.state.tx.us to set up a class in your area!

Gale Smith – Assistant Instructor

Gale is a member of BMW MOA, Lone Star BMW Riders Club #252,and BMW Motorcycle Owners of Dallas - Fort Worth #26 and owns a 2007 BMW F650 GS.

Gale  is also a PADI scuba instructor and carries the training and practice of safety and preparedness over to motorcycling.

When not travelling on her motorcycle or on a scuba trip Gale is home with her yellow labs Nikki and Ellie.

Contact: gale@winding-road.net

Sylvia Szafarczyk, EMT- I Lead Instructor

Sylvia has been involved in emergency medical services since her senior year of high school when she became a volunteer firefighter and received her first EMT certification. In college, she became an EMT-Intermediate and volunteered as a first-responder on the university campus, with a local 911-ambulance service, and on public ambulances in South Africa during a semester abroad.  As a college senior, she became a licensed motorcyclist and bought her current bike, a lime-green Kawasaki Ninja 500R.  She currently attends medical school in Houston and continues to volunteer with a 911-ambulance service.  Her other hobbies include flying and flight instructing in gliders, being outdoors, and spending time with her dog Savvy.

To contact me, e-mail:sylsofly@gmail.com

Justine Williams – Assistant Instructor

Justine “Just” Williams has been a RiderCoach for over 3 years and has been called a “patient and encouraging coach”. She rides a 2006 Honda Shadow Spirit 750 and has 5 years street riding experience. She is a member of the Ladies on Wheels (LOW) Riders Motorcycle Club in Austin, TX. She works for The Motorcycle School in San Antonio, TX and for TXDPS as a TDEx trainer in Austin, TX. She was introduced to the Accident Scene Management training at DPS and was soon reeled in to become an Assistant Instructor and possibly in becoming a Lead Instructor in the near future. She enjoys riding every chance she gets and wants to be an asset to all riders in one form or another. She is also in the process of becoming an instructor for CPR, 1st Aid, & AED.

Tim Evans NR-CCEMT-P - Lead Instructor

Tim has been a Nationally Registered Paramedic since 1998. In 2001, he advanced to Critical Care Paramedic through the University of Maryland, Baltimore. He is currently employed by Med Trans of Tennessee, INC. in Athens, Tennessee. Recently he was promoted to Director of Operations for the McMinn County operation. His instructor certifications include Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support and CPR. He is in his third year of riding and just traded up for a 2004 Victory Vegas. Tim has provided First Aid/CPR training for the Chattanooga H.O.G. Chapter for the past two years. It is his intent to provide better training by utilizing the techniques taught by A.S.M.I.

tv2evans@yahoo.com

Gerald Hensley, OD, MPH, PhD, DSP – Lead Instructor

Patricia Hensley, MS, EdS, DSP – Assistant Instructor

My motorcycling activity began in 1958 with daily riding of a German Zundapp racing bike which progressed to a BSA Lightning and then to a HD Sportster by the early 1960s. Riding became less frequent during my college years, and I sold my bike before I graduated in 1969 with my professional clinical doctorate followed by a residency in pediatric vision care. Time became even more restricted in the early 1970s while I helped to establish a large comprehensive health center in the Midwest at which I eventually became the Assistant Director of Health Services in addition to providing clinical patient care. During this time period, however, I learned to fly and bought an airplane which I soon learned was far more costly than any motorcycle.

Careers evolve, and my aviation interest led me to join the Air Force in 1976. I was commissioned in the medical service, and, before I knew it, I was back in school pursuing post-doctoral graduate degrees in both health/hospital administration as well as epidemiology. Later, I completed another academic doctorate concentrating in vision research. Before I retired from the Air Force in 2002, I had functioned in a number of areas including: a deputy clinic commander; coordinator of trauma care exercises; epidemiological investigator for accidents/health care ; researcher in pilot vision; and, of course, provider of clinical services. I would visit various motorcycle dealerships for “demo” rides during this time, but I did not own a bike.

Motorcycling is considered one of the most unsafe due to a lack of visibility by other vehicles. In order to help minimize this situation, we ordered our new HD 1200 Sportster Roadster in bright “Yellow Pearl”. Matching colored bags and side panels over the battery/oil reservoir were also ordered.  In addition, a “gradient yellow” windshield, two additional flashing headlights and an air horn were added. We also wear matching yellow full-face helmets and yellow leather jackets. We definitely want to be “seen and heard”.

It is our feeling that both flying and motorcycling are similar: both demand specialized training and an acknowledged responsibility by the pilot/rider in order to fully realize the freedom which both enable the participant to enjoy. The ASMI program offers unique information which allows the rider to not only be better responsible for him/herself, but, more importantly, may contribute to the increased welfare of his/her fellow riders and the general motorcycling community.

To contact us e-mail: ghensley@truvista.net

Jack Chambers, DO – Lead Instructor
I have been involved in Emergency Medicine for the past 29 yrs.  I started as a Paramedic for an Ambulance Service, and continued in the Fire Service as a Firefighter, which I continued for 16 yrs.  After, I went to Medical School and Finished a Residency in Emergency Medicine, Currently I work as Director of Prehospital Emergency Medicine at a local Hospital, and Have worked at a Level I Trauma Center for the Last 10 yrs. I have been an instructor in various aspects of Emergency Medicine from Basic CPR, ACLS, Pals, ATLS, PHTLS, Teaching Residents and have worked as A Medical Director For the City of Allentown, PA Police SWAT Team.
 
Club Affiliations:
  Gold Wing Road Riders Association
  Local Chapter of the Riff Raff Riders as a member of the American Gold Wing   Association
 
I look forward to sharing my Experience by Teaching for ASMI, where I know I can be around some of the best people on earth,, Motorcyclists! 

If interested in a class in the PA or Western NJ area, please Email Me at:
ERDOC1128@MSN.COM    Thanks,   Jack

Jay Keck, EMT-P – Lead Instructor

I have been involved in Firefighting and EMS for almost 30 years. Starting out as Volunteer Firefighter then becoming Asst Chief of that station. I then became EMT and worked my  way to Ambulance Captain. I then became a Paramedic and  currently the Chief  of South Mountain Area Medic V. I am certified in ACLS, PHTLS.    

I have been riding motorcycles since the age of 12. I currently own a 2006 Honda Goldwing with Hannigan Trike Conversion. I am a member of GWRRA-PA Chapter L since 1996 and AGWA- PA Chapter R since 2005.

I am looking forward to teaching with ASMI. Please contact me about teaching a class in your area. My email address is TRIKEMEDIC284@AOL.COM  or call 610-972-5344

James Markham FF/EMT – Lead Instructor

I like to be called Jim

I have been a firefighter-EMT for the past 25yrs. I started my career as a volunteer firefighter. A friend had talked me into helping out the ambulance and after a few calls I started my EMT training. After training I volunteered until a paid EMT position became available. I have been working as an EMT for the past 16 yrs. After a long absence I have started riding again. I have a ’92 Harley Davidson Softail Custom and love to hit the open road.

Contact me to schedule a class: jkmarkham@ptd.net

Robin Renfew, EMT – Lead Instructor

Robin has been an Emergency Medical Technician since July 1995 and is a CPR, First Aid, and EMT instructor.  She first fell in love with motorcycles when her parents purchased a Yamaha YZ80 for her younger brother.  She did not ride again until her 40th birthday, when she purchased a Suzuki GZ250.  Her current ride is a 2007 Yamaha VStar 650 Midnight Custom.  "I feel this class should be a necessary part of motorcycle rider training, " Robin says. "There are too many accidents, and I know that even a small intervention prior to the arrival of EMS can be the vital difference between life and death."

 She is a member of the AMA, the Three Rivers Riders chapter of Women On Wheels, and the Patriot Guard Riders.

You can schedule a class with Robin at asmi.pgh@gmail.com

Bill Murar, EMT-P - Lead Instructor

Bill began riding motorcycles in 1969 when he bought his first motorcycle, a Sears 106SS. He has a passion for riding long distances and has ridden in all of the Canadian Provinces and most of the fifty United States. He holds several certificates from the Iron Butt Association including the coveted A Great Lakes Gold for riding around all five of the Great Lakes in under fifty hours. Bill races vintage Yamahas and won two national road racing titles with WERA Vintage where he was the Regional Vintage Race Director during the late 90's. His interest in motorcycling, racing and being a paramedic led him to become a race track medic at Mid-Ohio Race Course where he volunteered for many years at AHRMA and AMA Pro events. He is an MSF Instructor and has been teaching the basic and experienced rider curriculum since 1987. His medical background dates back to 1978 when he began a career as a firefighter/paramedic for the Brook Park, Ohio Fire Department where he is still employed. In addition he works part time in the Emergency Department at Southwest General Health Center.

Contact info: 440-647-0450 Home/440-865-6272 Cellular/allstateclub@yahoo.com

Joyce Murar, RN - Lead Instructor

Joyce put herself through nursing school and first became licensed in 1984. After serving in various capacities in the nursing field she focused on Emergency Room nursing in 1992 at Southwest General Health Care Center in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. She continues to work in the Southwest ER but now includes time as a nurse in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit and with a Critical Care Transport Team and volunteers her time on the Critical Incident Stress Debriefing team in Northeast Ohio. Joyce became interested in motorcycling and took the MSF course back in the mid 90's from her future husband, Bill. In 2005 they toured two-up on a 4 week, 5,500 mile trip through Newfoundland and Labrador. She has toured both two-up and solo in most of the 50 United States and all the Canadian Provinces.

Contact me at: 440-647-0450 Home or murarjl@aol.com

Steve Adam – Assistant Instructor

Steve served in the US Army Special Forces (Green Beret) and has basic and advanced First Aid and CPR certifications.  He is a member of the Cape Fear HOG Chapter and CBA/ABATE.  Steve has been a biker for 30 years and currently rides a 2005 Road King Custom and 2008 Screaming Eagle Ultra.

Steve is the Safety Officer and Head Road Captain for his HOG chapter.  After being on the “receiving end” of a hit-n-run, his understanding and passion for safety only intensified.  Being able to instruct others on what to do “just in case” of an accident is his way of giving back to the biker community and to help someone else in need.

E-Mail: bsiarmor@aol.com

Carol Bullard, RN – Lead instructor
With a love for both trauma nursing and motorcycling, Carol seeks to combine those interest to provide tangible results that could save the life of a brother or sister on the road. Carol's passion is to educate the motorcycling community to ensure that in the event of an accident, the victim gets the best possible first ten minutes of medical attention they can, prior to EMS arrival. This has been proven to have a positive impact on the victims eventual outcome.

Carol is a RN in the Trauma Intensive Care Unit at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, located in Winston Salem, NC. She works closely with skilled emergency room physicians, as well as, leading trauma surgeons. WFUBMC is a Level I Trauma Center that covers a multi-state service area and includes a hospital based aeromedical helicopter transport service. Although the TICU unit gets a variety of victims of unrelated traumatic injuries, there is a substantial number resulting from motorcycle.

Carol serves as the secretary for Triad Chapter of CBA/ABATE of NC, is the Central District Treasurer for CBA/ABATE of NC, and is a member of the First Aid Ministry Team of Christian Motorcyclist Association. She rides a 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 and has, along with her husband “Bull,” been as far as Wyoming on two wheels.
E-mail: gr8hdlady1@triad.rr.com

Janet K. Bridges, LPN - ASMI Lead instructor

Janet is from West Virginia a place where curves are the normal.  She road motorcycles as a young lady: Postponed to raise a family and pursue a career in nursing.  She moved to North Carolina and met her best friend “husband” and began riding with him.  She said a short ride is 300 miles or so when they start for a noon ride.

Janet has been in the nursing profession for 20 years.  She has worked in a family practice, as a nursing supervisor at an assisted living facility, and for the past 7 years as a charge nurse in a long term care facility in Charlotte, NC.

Janet is a member of Charlotte Concerned Bikers Association Abate of NC.  She is also a member of M.R.F. Motorcycle Riders Foundation.

To contact Janet for a class e-mail her at: b1candygirl@aol.com

John C. Bridges III "Uncle John" - Assistant Instructor

Uncle John has been riding motorcycles since 1959, when he started riding his father’s cushmen scooter.  He has over the years owned and ridden motorcycles of all makes and models.  Uncle John has also raced and owned modified midgets and mini sprints using motorcycle and outboard motors.  He is also a P.A.D.I. open water diver.  He now enjoys touring on his 2001 Ultra Classic Harley Davidson with his best friend “wife” on the back saddle.

Professionally, Uncle John has owned and operated several successful businesses, also worked in the electrical, hydraulic and H.V.A.C. fields.  He now is working in the health care industry as Director of Maintenance and Environmental Systems M.F.A Charlotte, NC.

Affiliations: Concerned Bikers Association (C.B.A.), Abate of NC, Motorcycle Riders Foundation (M.R.F.), Honda Riders Club of America

E-mail John at: bsugarsugar@aol.com

Randy Greene, EMT - Lead Instructor

Randy’s passion for riding began at an early age with the acquisition of a driver’s license and a road bike at the age of 16.  The early years included many varieties including Honda, Norton, Harley and Indian.  But those years were void of any formal rider safety training.  Marriage and a family brought about a brief hiatus, but the riding urge never went away.  When the youngest child began driving, that urge again surfaced and he bought another road bike.  His credits now include being the post director and assistant director of his local HOG chapter, lead road captain and chairman of various committees.  After receiving training in both the basic and experienced MSF rider safety courses, he realized that first aid training was also crucial.  ASMI’s basic and advanced Bystanders Assistant Program provides that knowledge and now with an EMT certification and Instructor training, he looks forward to bringing this knowledge to other riders.

E-Mail: rkgreene@ctc.net

Sharon Hendrickson-Campbell, RN - Assistant instructor

I am Sharon H. Campbell and I have been a registered nurse for over twenty years.  I have spent a lot of time in emergency care and I am also a certified teacher with the American Heart Association and the Red Cross in CPR, First Aid and safety; also I am ACLS certified.  I am employed at present at an emergency room observation unit.  My experience through the years has been varied.  I teach at a community college and in-services at the hospital.  I am a volunteer with the MS society as a volunteer.  In the past few years my husband and I have been traveling with my sister and her husband.  They travel by motorcycle and are a member of a local CBA (Concerned Bikers Association).  I can see the importance of emergency and preventive care for potential motorcycle and automobile accidents.  With my past experience in health care education, I am driven to learn the expertise in this field and pass it along to everyone who would benefit. To schedule a class with me, e-mail: cbs1437@aol.com

Liz Ryan, RN – Lead instructor
I have lived in Concord, NC for 13 yrs. I have been a nurse since 1979, mostly in Med/Surg, then more recently in Post Anesthesia Care. Three years after taking the basic and advanced, I decided that since our one and only NC lead instructor moved away, I would become an instructor! This Bystander Assistance information just had to continue to be offered to NC bikers! Because I also Kayak, and this information is good for that activity as well. I am also an American Red Cross CPR/Firstaid/AED instructor.
I have been riding since 2002 and now own a Yamaha 1100 Silverado. I have ridden the eastern seaboard from the Keys, to the Canadian Maritimes. I am a member of the AMA. Join the many or your fellow bikers learning to help one onother. You will make a difference!
To schedule a class, you can contact me at: LizRyan@aol.com or by cell at 704-796-7135

Michael (Mike) Ryan - Assistant instructor
I returned to riding six years ago and have since ridden most of the East Coast and several provinces of Canada (land of my birth). I have completed both the basic and experienced MSF courses, am a member of the national Harley Owners Group and my local HOG Chapter. I currently ride a 2003 Ultra Classic and enjoy the open road. My wife of 28 years (Liz) and I often ride together to our various destinations. Since she is the medical professional in the family, we have completed instructor training so we can team up to teach classes!
I work as the Manager of Wachovia Bank and also enjoy Boating/Sailing & Reading when time permits. Liz and I are also certified open water SCUBA divers and certified Bareboat skippers and have sailed in the islands.
To contact us to teach a class, e-mail me at: mryan1@carolina.rr.com

Joe “Stormin” Norman - Assistant Instructor

I work for the NYC Dept. of Transportation. I have been riding motorcycles for over 35 years. I am a co-founder of the Staten Island Bikers Association and co-founder of the Low Riders Motorcycle Club. I belong to ABATE of NY, H.O.G., AMA and am a Rider Coach for the MSF and MANYS.
I became interested in teaching this program out of my desire to teach my fellow bikers how to be safe through proper riding skills. My goal is not to attend another friend’s funeral over something that could have been prevented.

To schedule a class, contact me at ASMINYC@aol.com

John Colandrea, Paramedic -Lead Instructor

Having been around the fire service since his dad was a fire chief and EMT back in the 70’s John learned early on the importance of “Knowing what to do”.  Having been an EMT and Paramedic since the early 90’s, most of what he has encountered was completely preventable.  He became a motorcycling instructor to help put himself out of business as a paramedic.  His ultimate goal is for you to NEVER use the first aid skills or collision avoidance techniques he teaches, but statistics show that this is not reality.  Therefore, we must all become part of the solution.  TRAINING is the BEST accessory you can buy for your bike and your life!

John and his mother operate Capital Area Motorcycling School, Inc. in Troy, NY which trains nearly 1300 students each year in basic, intermediate and advanced riding.  He is an MSF RiderCoach and ScooterCoach, Total Control ARC instructor, EVOC instructor and USCA Curling Instructor.  Besides his family, his vices are trackdays and curling.

Info and schedules at www.hvcc.edu/rider

To schedule as ASMI class, contact John at CAMSTraining@nycap.rr.com

Gail Riley, RN - Lead Instructor/Instructor Trainer

Gail has been a registered nurse for over 30 years. She has worked in many areas of health care including intensive care, acute rehabilitation, and case management. Gail completed the Trauma Nursing Critical Care Provider program through the Emergency Nurses Association. As a member of the National Ski Patrol, Gail holds certification as an Outdoor Emergency Care Technician/Instructor. She is certified as a CPR/ProRescuer/BLS/First Aid Instructor through the American Red Cross and American Heart Association.

Club Affiliations:
American Motorcyclist Association
Massachusetts Motorcyclist Association
International Women on Wheels/North Shore Chapter, MA:Safety Officer
Star Touring and Riding Association/Chapter 240: Tin Star

Teaching classes for Accident Scene Management has been most rewarding, knowing that I am giving back something to the motorcycle community. These classes provide knowledge that every rider should have, for themselves and for their fellow riders.

To schedule a class or inquire about instructor training in the New England area, contact me at gail@accidentscene.org

Anne Solari, EMT - Lead instructor

Anne teaches health in a middle school in Ann Arbor, MI as well as being the Head Athletic Trainer of the largest high school in Michigan. As an athletic trainer she works with student-athletes to prevent, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries. She is nationally certified as an Athletic Trainer as well as a licensed Emergency Medical Technician. She is certified as an instructor for the American Red Cross in First Aid and CPR/AED. Through her jobs she spends much time training others in health related topics and life saving skills. As a motorcyclist, becoming an instructor of a Bystander Assistance Program seemed liked a simple and logical transition, and something she really enjoys doing. After one year of instructing Anne has trained over 250 people in Basic and Advanced Bystanders classes, and is really looking forward to another year of adventures.

Anne has been riding her Honda Shadow ACE 750 since October of 2001, and recently upgraded into the world of a big girl bike. She is currently riding a Kawasaki Nomad 1600 and LOVES it!(Put over 4000 miles on it in the first 3 months:) She is a member of Women on Wheels.

Best way to contact her is by email ASolari@aol.com or cell phone 734-223-1948.

Debbie Parinello, EMT - Lead Instructor

I was introduced to motorcycles by my father at 3 years old, I have loved them ever since. When he would take me to school on his motorcycle I was always saying, "DADDY GO FASTER", this lasted my entire life.

Over 20 years ago my husband, and best friend bought my first bike, a Honda 250. He is an awesome teacher. In no time I needed a bigger bike, I told him I was tired of shifting 2 to his 1 to keep up on my little bike.

In 1996 he asked what I wanted for Christmas, I thought about it for 2 seconds and replied,"Road Race Lessons". I had to wait till July for my present, but it was well worth the wait. One week after class we were on our way to Chicago to buy my first race bike. I raced for three years, and became the first woman expert road racer in Michigan. It was the experience of a lifetime. My husband was my wrench, he always taught me that the most important things were to ride safe, and finish the race. I did have my share of spills though. There is a saying amongst racers, "If your not crashing you are not racing". I must have been racing. During the 3 years of making the circuit with the Great Lakes Road Racing Association, I managed to cover 8,000 miles while negotiating 65,000 turns at an average speed of 75 mph. I missed judged 8 turns, which resulted in 4 concussions, turning my spine backwards, breaking one finger, one foot and a finger nail.

After our 4 kids grew up and left the nest, we decided it was time to take our life long trip. This was to ride our bikes cross-country. We bought are cruisers and off we went. It was an incredible adventure; we still have 3 states left to see.

I belong to the Women on Wheels Free Spirit Chapter of Michigan. I was introduced Bystander Assistance at a seminar given by my fellow members and friends Tammie and Ann, who are also Instructors here in Michigan. I was so impressed with the information that was being given, I decided to become and EMT and take the instructor training as well, so I could help get this most valuable information out to more bikers. During our trip there were areas that we didn't see a car on the road for 2 or more hours, what would we have done? Cell phone service, forget it. This is the reason I am so excited to have the opportunity to help make a difference.

I can be contacted by calling 313-702-4116 or e mail Ms38cal@hotmail.com.
Motorcycle Lawyer, Motorcycle Accident, Motorcycle Attorney and Motorcycle Injury Law

Sandee Soloway, RN – Lead Instructor

I’ve always wanted to ride motorcycles but didn’t get a license until 1993. I’ve been an RN for over 25 years, working in medical-surgical and psychiatric settings, as well as instructing lay staff in nursing arts.

Most of my group riding is with the Windchasers, part of Lady Riders of Michigan. I’m also a member of the Michigan Chapter of the “Motorcycle Sport Riding Association” (used to be Honda Sport Touring Association). Just finished my first “Iron Butt Ride” – that’s why the bike is so dusty and I look tired in my picture. I’m looking forward to bring ASMI abilities to more people.

Please e-mail me so I can set up a class for your group: sandeejs@yahoo.com

"The appreciation shown by riders who have taken an ASM class is remarkable, and it is an important reason for continuing to provide motorcycle safety programs."

Email: driley46@verizon.net

Buck Bakshi, BSEE/ MSIE/EMT - Assistant Instructor

Buck is a retired executive with 40 years in the hi-tech industry. Buck does not currently ride but has ridden a motorcycle in the early 50’s – in India. He currently volunteers at Lawrence General Hospital in their ER department and is active with the AHA as an instructor. Buck has been around the world many times and loves to travel. Buck realizes the importance of training specific to motorcycle trauma. He lives in Andover, MA during the winter and in Acton, ME during the summer so has an opportunity to train in both areas. Buck can help you get a class set up.

You can contact Buck at buck.bakshi@verizon.net

Ed Ramstrom, EMT -Paramedic - Lead Instructor

Hey all, My name is Ed Ramstrom, I'm a Paramedic from Central Massachusetts. I've been in EMS for 25 years with 22 years working for the 9-1-1 service in the City of Worcester. Over the years I've seen many crashes involving motorcycles, as well as being involved in a rather severe crash myself, challenging the side of a mountain to see who was tougher,,,,, guess who won. Anyway, currently I'm an instructor for ASMI, a member of Patriot Guard, a HOG member and through our Central Ma. Trauma Center, a strong advocate of Motorcycle Awareness and Trauma Outreach. I've been riding on and off road since the age of 13 and have logged many, many miles on my current scoot, an "04" FLHTPI. I hope to be able to recruit many local riders with two needed competencies, common sense and the abilities to help stabilize the injured in the "pre-hospital" setting until professional help arrives.

                                    Please contact me at eramstrom@yahoo.com

Dora Jean Brown RN BSN LCCE – Lead Instructor

Dora has been a registered nurse for over 30 years working mostly in maternity. She has been teaching most of her career precepting other nurses, teaching Lamaze classes to childbearing families and now as a Maternal Child Health Educator. Dora is a CPR/AED, Pediatric Advance Life Support though American Heart Association, and Fetal Monitor instructor.  As an active member of the Upper Merrimack Valley Medical Reserve Corps her educating has expanded beyond the critical care hospital site. Married to an avid motorcyclist, she started riding about 12 years ago after taking the MSF training with her oldest son. Then she advanced my skills with the Advanced MFS Course. Dora enjoys vacationing on motorcycles and has rode to Deals Gap, the Cabot trail and all over New England. I love seeing the country from the seat of my 110 V Star.  

Dora has always felt that education, training and knowledge is a way to empower people to make good choices. 

To contact Dora, e-mail ASMI at : info@accidentscene.org

Jose Archila –EMT-P, I/C -  Lead Instructor

I’ve been working as an EMT for the past 24 years, the last 21 for Boston EMS. I presently hold the rank of Lieutenant, and I work in both Communications, as well as within Field Operations. I’ve been riding on and off since 1987, but 5 years ago I went “full throttle”, now riding every chance I get.  I feel that this training will help the motorcycle community feel more confident in rendering assistance at the scene of an accident, should the need arise.  

Club Affiliations:

American Motorcycle Association

Massachusetts Motorcycle Association

Star Touring and Riding Chapter 225 Southeast MA.  Tin –Star member

Knights of Life

To schedule a class with me, e-mail: ARCHILA@BOSTONEMS.ORG

Larry Jobe – Assistant Instructor

Larry Has been Riding Motorcycles since the mid 70's, He is co-owner of A and J Motorcycle Safety School, LLC Maine's first and only largest and privately owned motorcycle training facility.  Larry  retired from the U.S. Coast Guard in 2005 after more than 24 years of service.  Larry is married and lives on the Maine Coast with his wife, Roxanne and their dogs, Koko, Lola and Elvis.
Larry Jobe is a nationally certified Motorcycle instructor, licensed by the state of Maine. Training has included: a Coast Guard EMT for 4 years, MSF basic riders course and Experienced rider course, several months of first aid/CPR and fire fighting training while in the Coast Guard, various shipboard fire fighting schools and has attended "A crash course for the Motorcyclist" and "Advance Bystander Assistance", Red Cross CPR and First Aid. He is a member of United Bikers of Maine. I am currently undergoing EMT-B training (will be completed by 2009), also training to be a Red Cross CPR/First aid instructor.  Larry's current ride is a 2005 BMW R1200RT.

e-Mail:  roxanne.larry@gmail.com

Roxanne Jobe – Assistant Instructor

Roxanne was born in Saint John New Brunswick Canada.  She got her Motorcycle License in 2007, with the highest score in the class! She loves riding on the back on her husbands BMW.  She is a wonderful dog mom to 3 mini Labradoodles.  She is a Red Cross first aid and CPR card holder.  Her favorite motorcycle trip was riding around Cape Breton Nova Scotia.  Currently a member of United Bikers of Maine.  She is between motorcycles at this time, but she is looking.

Rev. Kathleen Languet (Katie), LPN – Lead Instructor

Katie has been an LPN for 26yrs working in many areas of nursing. She has also been a non-denominational ordained minister for 5yrs. She is a BLS CPR/1ST Aid/AED Instructor certified by the American Heart Association; an ASMI instructor. She is a member of Seacoast HOG Chapter and Women on Wheels. After her first long motorcycle trip in 2006, as a passenger from Utah to So. Dakota, she knew she wanted her own bike. Current she rides a 2005 Harley Sportster 883L but looking to upgrade in the near future. For her, Accident Scene Management is another way to help others make a difference.

To schedule a class, contact Katie at kathleenmaryl@yahoo.com or call her at 207-441-0823

Buck Bakshi, BSEE/ MSIE/EMT - Assistant Instructor

Buck is a retired executive with 40 years in the hi-tech industry. Buck does not currently ride but has ridden a motorcycle in the early 50’s – in India. He currently volunteers at Lawrence General Hospital in their ER department and is active with the AHA as an instructor. Buck has been around the world many times and loves to travel. Buck realizes the importance of training specific to motorcycle trauma. He lives in Andover, MA during the winter and in Acton, ME during the summer so has an opportunity to train in both areas. Buck can help you get a class set up.

You can contact Buck at buck.bakshi@verizon.net

Virginia Phillips, RN - Lead Instructor

Virginia has been around motorcycles most of her life beginning with her handsome husband of 30 years  riding a Honda 750  starting before they were married. Besides riding with Steve for many years she also had experiences riding her own dirt bike. After raising two children, a Physicist and future Pharmacist, Virginia became a nurse in 1997. She has worked in hospitals as LPN and later became an RN. She mostly enjoys home health care for elderly and pediatric patients. For ten years she has volunteered with the American Red Cross regularly. She became bored riding behind Steve on their Electra-glide so in 2001 she brought home her own Heritage Classic that she has customized just for her. Its name is White Shadow. Early riding began by taking a MSF Basic course and practicing around town. Then the advanced course, what a confidence builder”. Practice and confidence has led to several touring rides through many states and memorable adventures. Virginia belongs to H.O.G. and has served as the Ladies of Harley officer in her local chapter. Since 2000 she also operates her leather sewing business, Grace Specialties Inc., and uses her creative talents to embellish, repair and manufacture leather garments for bikers.

“I agree that the need to present Accident Scene Management training is more urgent now than ever. The average age of the motorcyclist is rising. The injury and fatality rate among motorcyclist is increasing. Public awareness of motorcycling is increasing as well. We are willing to travel to train people to help each other. People usually don’t care what you know until they know that you care, and we both care about people”.

Contact at: vgp02000@gmail.com

Steve Phillips - Assistant Instructor

Steve has always liked motorcycles. Starting when he was 14 he begged his two friends to let him ride their Honda 70’s. When he was 17 years old he bought his first street bike, a Honda 750 SS, black, beautiful, and fast. After some riding around town, scaring himself a few times, collecting invites to the policemen’s ball and a few scoldings, he crashed that Honda but was fortunate enough to not be seriously injured. After thinking about what one of the officers has told him, he sold the Honda and bought a new Harley Super-glide in 1978. “This bike is made just for me” Steve said. “It was low and slow, like I should be riding”. “Riding this bike for ten years, before trading it for a son and daughter to parent, was what I thought riding was.” When Steve returned to riding, he took a MSF riding course and realized just how much he did not know about riding a motorcycle. He later attended an experienced course and practiced and realized that even though he had many years and miles behind him, he was just now really riding a motorcycle. Touring the back roads of the USA and Canada is where he likes to ride. In 1997 Steve completed pilot training and a successful check-ride to become a private pilot. From that experience he learned how to learn, train and practice techniques, and that safety is a strategy, not an accident. Steve was asked to become an instructor and in 2001 completed the training to be a MSF instructor for the Missouri Motorcycle Safety Program. “I practice what I preach, or the instructor lacks integrity” says Steve. “I just love the look on student’s faces when something clicks within them and they feel a technique work”. This is why he continues teaching many classes each year. Steve has been involved in his local H.O.G. Chapter for 10 years and has served as Safety Officer, Director, Assistant Director, and Road Captain. Also interested in his right to ride he belongs to A.M.A. and Freedom of Road Riders.

“A full life is a continuous learning experience. I wish to assist my lovely bride Virginia presenting the information to the people that want to learn. If someone has this knowledge at the right time at the right place it may allow a potentially tragic situation to have a positive outcome. Someone is going to be lucky. I believe that the more you know, the better it gets”.

Contact Info: steve.phillips@asi.com 

Patricia Behling, RN-MPA - Lead Instructor

Pat is a registered nurse who is currently working at Lambs Farm in Libertyville, Illinois, as the DON/Nurse Supervisor. Lambs is a residential and retail facility for developmentally disabled adults. She has provided nursing care in a variety of settings including Emergency Room, surgery, post-op surgery, out-patient diagnostic and rehabilitation, nursing administration and currently provides the nursing care and medical coordination for developmentally disabled adults. She was formerly an examining nurse for the victims of child sexual abuse and is a State certified Nurse Trainer who teaches non-licensed personnel to administer medications.

Pat is a skier, scuba diver, golfer, motorcycle rider and medical missionary to India. Combining motorcycle riding and providing medical care at the scene of an accident is a logical and natural combination of interest and skill for this nurse.

She rides a Suzuki Intruder Volusia 800 and is a member of Rolling Thunder and the Lakeshore HOG group in Libertyville, Illinois

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Email is behling1202@comcast.net

Terry Behling – Assistant Instructor

Terry has been riding motorcycles since 1999, and has yet to miss a month with at least one ride. He is a Past Master of his Masonic Lodge, Vice-President of the Tebala Shrine Dresser Shrine Club parade group, Vice - President and Founding Member of Rolling Thunder Illinois Chapter 2, proud member of the Iron Butt Association, Lake Shore H.O.G. Chapter and a Viet Nam veteran. His true joy in biking lies in touring, which explains why he sports a “Geezer Glide” as his scooter of choice. He spent several years as an Assistant Instructor for YMCA Scuba classes. His hobbies include skiing, recumbent bicycling, golf and photography. Terry holds a B.A. in Business Administration.

E-mail: terry_behling@comcast.net

Mary E. Lowry - retired nurse - Lead instructor
 
I recently retired from nursing after over 26 years. My primary job was as a Geriatric Charge Nurse, working the graveyard shift. With an active duty husband, I was required to relocate often, enabling me to experience my job in several states. With that, I had the privilege of working along side many different people from many different cultures.
 
I am now a stay-at-home Mom, blessed with raising a 4 1/2 year-old daughter, after already having raised three children to adulthood. I am a Blue Star Mother (daughter in the Navy, son recently honorably discharged from the Army).
 
I have had my motorcycle endorsement since 2001. I own a 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 500. I am a member of the Patriot Guard Riders and Motorcycle Riders Foundation. I am a proud supporter of several veteran's and police associations. 
 
Contact me at - nvrold@hotmail.com

William Lowry, Occ. Health Manager – Lead Instructor

I am an Illinois state certified driving instructor.  I am also a MSF RiderCoach and have helped over 1000 riders develop and improve their riding skills.  I am certified to instruct the BRC, ERC, the new MSBC (military sport bike course) as well as a lead instructor for a unique Harley Riding School using mostly police Road Kings as training bikes.  I have provided motorcycle safety seminars and group riding classes for our local Rolling Thunder Chapter.         

My medical background includes training as a NREMT, working in both civilian and military ERs.  I was a Registered Cardiovascular Technologist (Invasive) for many years.  I taught ACLS & BCLS for 12 years as well as many topics as an instructor for the Navy’s year long Cardio-Vascular program.  I served with the Marine Corps where I ran the Battalion Aid Station both at Camp Lejeune, NC and when deployed overseas. I oversaw and provided training in field medicine and the treatment of trauma, heat & cold exposures and minor daily injuries / complaints.  

I maintain membership in the AMA and MRF to stay informed and support motorcyclists’ rights and safety.  I have served on the National Board of Directors for the PGR and am currently on the BOD of the local Rolling Thunder Chapter.  

I retired after 22 years in the Navy and am currently working as the Safety & Occupational Health Manager for the medical and dental facilities on the Navy bases in Great Lakes, IL.      

Email – nverold@hotmail.com

Robert “Ro” Pivonka - RN, MS, C-ACNP – ASMI Lead Instructor

Ro is a Registered Nurse and Certified acute care nurse practitioner with a subspecialty in acute and critical care, currently working in Cardiology at Mt Sinai Medical Center in Chicago. Ro has 13 years of trauma / ER and ICU experience from Several of Chicago’s urban Level 1 Trauma Centers.  ICU experience includes burn, neuro, medical, surgical and cardiac.  Current and past certifications include Critical Care, Advanced Trauma Care, and Trauma Nurse Specialist recognition, in addition to his Nurse Practitioner Credentials.  In addition to his nursing career, Ro also teaches medical / nursing classes for both UIC and Morton Community College.  As of 6/2008, Ro also became a certified Motorcycle Instructor, currently teaching classes for the University of Illinois.

Ro loves long distance riding and holds two Iron Butt challenge recognitions.  Other passions include cooking and baking, and a passion for coffee that has led to attempts at growing and roasting his own beans. He currently rides a 2003 Harley Heritage Classic, and dabbles on other bikes here and there.

Gina Woods – Assistant instructor

Co-Founder of Open Road Radio™, Gina has been involved in radio since the mid-'80s. Gina has worked in major market radio at WUSN US 99.5 FM Chicago, WVVX-WXXY 103.1 FM Chicago and at WCKG 105.9 Chicago. Gina plans, produces and coordinates show material and broadcasts. You can listen to her live broadcast on Sundays from 12:00-1:00 pm. Her history with motorcycles includes retailing with Harley-Davidson, Co. and runway motorcycle tradeshows. Gina has been riding since the Late '80s and currently rides a 1949 Harley-Davidson Panhead. She has been involved with promoting Accident Scene Management Training since 1999 when she traveled 300 miles to take the Basic class and the very first ASMI Advanced class.

To contact Gina, e-mail gina@openroadradio.com

Virginia Oakes, RN - Lead Instructor/Instructor Trainer

Virginia has been an R.N. since 1983 working in a variety of clinical and consultative settings including Emergency Room/Pediatric Trauma and Operating Room. Currently she is the SE Regional Director for Plan Sponsor Information Services for Aetna Integrated Informatics. Virginia is a CPR/First Aid/AED instructor for Education for Life. http://www.eduforlife.com

After taking “A Crash Course for the Motorcyclist” she wanted to become an instructor because it gave her an opportunity to combine her clinical background, enjoyment of sharing information and love of motorcycling with other motorcyclists.

Virginia has been riding her own bike since she completed the Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program in 2002.
A.B.A.T.E. of Georgia member
Email: vaoakes@accidentscene.org  Cell phone: 678-469-5511

Robert Oakes – Assistant Instructor

Robert has been riding motorcycles since he was sixteen years old and enjoys riding cross country as well as local trips. He currently rides a Kawasaki Vulcan Classic 1500 and is the Vice President for American DreamCatchers Motorcycle Club. A.B.A.T.E. of Georgia member.

E-Mail: roboakes@adelphia.net 

Jean Herndon, NREMT-I - Lead Instructor

Phil Herndon -Assistant Instructor

Phil got hooked on Harley Davidson motorcycles when Jean “talked him into” checking out the new bikes while they were volunteering for a MDA benefit during the H-D Centennial Open Road Tour.   Soon after they purchased a 2003 Road King Classic, Phil completed the MSF Program. Phil is a Metrics Analyst at AT&T.

Jean has had her motorcycle endorsement since Maryland first required separate licensing.  During a short grandfather” window, the written test was waived for experienced riders but the road test was required.  In this case, that only meant Jean had to drive around a 2-block square on her Triumph 650cc - all left turns - in Silver Spring, MD, . . .  in  s n o w.   Meanwhile, the examiner returned to the DMV building saying something like, "If you get back here in one piece, you'll pass.”  Jean is retired from AT&T after 20 years in data processing.  She earned a bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Education, serving her senior internship as an Ensign with the U.S. Pubic Health Service TB Unit Training Department.  Her career has spanned a wide range of professions, from Social Worker to Business School Instructor and, later, from Data Processing Technical Writer/Editor to Computer Technician.

Jean been a First Aid and Medical Emergency Response Team volunteer for over 25 years; she is an ASHI-Certified CPR/AED Instructor and a member of the North Georgia Medical Reserve Corps.  Both Phil and Jean serve as members of their local Community Emergency Response Team in Cherokee County.  They took the Basic and Advanced ASMI courses in 2004 and thought the message was so compelling that they have been helping Virginia Oakes as Course Assistants whenever possible.Jean is currently in school getting her EMT license so she can become a Lead ASMI instructor.

To set up a class or request assistance, contact:

Jean at jeanherndon@att.net or Phil at pmherndon@att.net

Steven Hertzog, Firefighter/Paramedic – Lead Instructor

Steve has been in the EMS business since 1986 and is currently working with the City of Morrow Fire Department as a Sergeant and department Training Officer. He is a Nationally Registered and Georgia Certified Paramedic with over 18 years of ALS experience. He is also certified to teach CPR, First Aid, First Responder, ACLS, EMT-B & EMT-I.

He started riding motorcycles in 2006 and has loved it ever since. His first bike was a ‘06 Yamaha V-Star 1100C and now currently owns a ‘08 Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide (FXD). He is a member of National and Atlanta Chapter H.O.G., and the Red Knights M.C.

Contact Info: e-mail HDfireman105@aol.com or call 678-758-3055

Nick Petty – Assistant Instructor

My Name is Nick "Ancient 1" Petty, I have been riding Motorcycles for over 55 years, and have had my share of mishaps. I am a member of Georgia ABATE District 6 Chapter 2. After 30 years of making telephone cable with the last 22 in fiber optics, I am finally retired.

I am currently on the National Staff of the Patriot Guard Riders and have made more than 300 Honor Missions over the past three years covering the south east and anywhere I happen to be in the USA.

I have had several courses in the past regarding safety and first aid.  I started as a lifeguard, to water safety instructor in the late 50's to CPR in the 90's. These things are what I believe are important while I ride or just hang out. Originally from Colorado, I now live in Georgia.

I look forward to being of assistance in the training of others. Let me know if I can help you find or host a class.

E-Mail: pgrancient1@yahoo.com

Cassandra Terry - Assistant Instructor

Fantasy is my Riding Name: I started riding in Oct of 05. I started up a female motorcycle group called the Ga Peach Ryders in Atlanta Ga. I was the President of the group for 4 years. I enjoy drag racing and doing burn outs. I'm also Certified CPR/AED Instructor and have my own Business teaching CPR classes. I love sharing my experience and knowledge to train other individuals and motorcyclists, I'm a mother of 4 and very active in the motorcycles community. 

 Contact info: e-mail:   cherish1cpr@yahoo.com  or call: 770-598-1868

Megan Posey, EMT-I – Lead Instructor

My name is Megan Posey; I am from Southbury, CT. I am an EMT-I and Chief of Newtown Volunteer Ambulance. I ride our ambulance more that 20 hours a week and still find time to teach at our EMT-B classes. I am one of many Field Training Officers and love sharing my experience and knowledge to train our new members. I hold certificates in PHTLS and BTLS.  Being a member of NAEMT allows me to attend many EMS training seminars during the year.

I have been riding more that 25 years and really enjoy working with people. I am a member of 2 motorcycle clubs in my area and look forward to becoming one of the wonderful instructors for AMSI.   As an EMT-I, I am part of a team that respond to many motorcycle accidents in our area. I believe that education can help people better understand how to help others within their community.

Carl H Zinn III, EMT – Lead Instructor

I have been an avid motorcyclist for many years, riding everything from dirt bikes to dual sports to street bikes. I started working at a motorcycle dealership after high school and was informed that if I were to work there I would need to learn how to ride. That was all that it took. The bug bit me. When I was away at college I took the MSF course in Atlanta and have been striving every day to better my skills. I ride every day that I can, even commuting back and forth to my day job. I work as a Mechanical design engineer during the day for the Ultrasonic cleaning division a large corporation. During evenings and weekends I am a lieutenant for my volunteer EMS service in Monroe CT. I have been and EMT since 2000, and have been involved with my EMS service in the form of a driver, MRT, EMT, and driver trainer since 1993.

Contact me at: czinn_asm@earthlink.net

Kathy Banning – Assistant Instructor

I worked for the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, workers’ compensation, for 27 years and retired in 2002. While working for the State, I did a lot of teaching at seminars, conventions, and in-house classes. I found I really like to teach. I have been riding for 11 years and have been an MSF certified instructor since 2005. I attended the Women’s Motorcycle Conferences in 2002, in Buckhannon, West Virginia and in 2006, in Athens, Georgia. I attended the ASMI breakout class and found it to be extremely informative and am looking forward to teaching many people this valuable information.

E-mail me at: kbanstar@msn.com

Paula Creamer, RN – Lead Instructor

My name is Paula Creamer.  I am a registered nurse case manager at Evans Army Community Hospital at Fort Carson, Colorado working with the active duty soldiers. I am also a Faith Community Nurse (volunteer) for Faith Lutheran Church and preschool in Woodland Park, CO. Much of my nursing experience has been on a cardiovascular unit of a major hospital.  I am available for the Emergency Response Teams (volunteer) in Teller County for disaster or other medical needs.My background is as an Executive Secretary for various government contractors and industry for 25 years.  I went back to school and got my nursing degree in 2004.  Most of all I enjoy riding my Harley whenever I can and the weather is permitting in the beautiful mountains of Colorado. I have been riding for about 4 years and currently ride a 2004 Dyna Low Rider. I am the Assistant Director for Mountain Shadow Riders, Colorado Springs Chapter of Women on Wheels. I am also the Secretary for District 2 ABATE in Colorado Springs

Contact me at: pscnurse@yahoo.com

Don Creamer – Assistant Instructor

I first rode motorcycles in the Navy while stationed in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba in the mid-70’s  and have been riding regularly since 2000 with over 20,000 miles in the saddle. Being the Legislative Affairs Specialist for ABATE of Colorado and serving on the state board takes up a bit of my spare time. I am a Life Member of the Harley Owners Group, a founding member and Road Captain of Geezers MC of Colorado, active as a support member in Mountain Shadow Riders (the Colorado Springs chapter of Women on Wheels.) Professionally, I am an Information Assurance Officer contracted with the Department of Defense and have functioned as a professional instructor. My wife, Paula, is a Registered Nurse and is the Lead Instructor with me in a support role. I’m there for the heavy lifting. Living in the mountains of Colorado has given me a real appreciation for the need of competent assistance to injured motorcyclists.

Contact me at: Creamer_Don@BAH.com

Susan Deiss, LPN - Lead Instructor

Hi, my name is Susan Deiss.  I am a Nurse, a mom, and a lead Motorcycle Safety instructor for T3RG Motorcycle Schools.  I enjoy the best of both worlds in riding; I have a cruiser and a sport bike because I can’t decide which is more fun.  Slow precision riding is a hobby of mine as well as a few other rider coaches, we all ride on the T3RG drill team.

 My son had a MC accident a few years ago, and thanks to the cool headed thinking of his fellow riders he is here with me today and has had a full recovery.  Tucker’s future could have been very different if the scene of his accident had been handled poorly.  He suffered both cervical and thoracic fractures and is now a walking, talking advertisement for motorcycle safety.

Motorcycle safety and Accident Scene Management are very important for any motorcyclist.  I am currently going to school to get my EMT license! Let’s all stay safe and alive to ride another day.

To contact me: hndard1963@aol.com

Class information: www.T3RG.com

Sandy Dell - Assistant Instructor

Hello. I am very excited to be part of the AMSI team.  I have a Master’s Degree in Information Systems and currently work as a technology consultant for a defense contractor– but this is only to pay for the Harley.  Riding is my first love; I ride an ‘07 Deuce and am very active in the motorcycling community.  I believe we all have the right to ride but we also have the responsibilities inherent with that right.  My response to those responsibilities is to do things like teach accident scene management.  I am also the 2008 ABATE of Colorado District 2 (Colorado Springs) Representative.

 I have a fairly diversified background as an educator and a medical provider.  While no longer certified, I was a National Registry, Colorado State, and Maryland State Emergency Medical Technician – Basic.  As an EMT I have experience in hospital emergency departments as well as with the fire department.  As an educator, I taught CPR for Medical Providers at Fitzsimmons Army Hospital in Colorado and Bowie Volunteer Fire Department in Maryland.  I was also a Navy Instructor and a Department of Defense certified Professional Education and Training Officer. 

If I can help or answer any questions, please contact me at ldyrdr61@yahoo.com

Don Enninga, EMT-I – Lead Instructor

Don Enninga is the EMS Coordinator at Morgan Community College, 920 Barlow Road in Fort Morgan, CO.  Don started his EMS career in 1980 when, having taken an EMT class in Byers Colorado when he was a Vocational Agriculture Instructor, he moved to Wiggins, CO.  He was recruited for the Morgan County Ambulance Service, started in October of 1980 and is currently a part time EMT Intermediate there. 

Don instructs the on campus EMT Basic, IV, ITLS, CPR and First Aid courses for MCC and coordinates EMS course off campus in the 11,500 square mile service area for MCC.  This encompasses an area from Ft. Morgan east to Wray, south to Burlington, west through Limon to Bennett and back to Ft. Morgan.  He also coordinates the on campus courses such as EMT Intermediate, ACLS, PALS, and others. 

Contact Don at:  denninga@kci.net

Robert Frank, EMT-I - Lead instructor

Bob’s been a senior certified American Red Cross (ARC) Instructor / Trainer for some time and through his involvement in the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) as a RiderCoach (RC) and RiderCoach Trainer (RCT) he became aware of the Accident Scene Management courses about four years ago. 

He decided that with the excellent focused end user training offered by Accident scene Management, Inc. (ASMI) towards and for motorcyclist, and their common goal to make motorcycling safer for all, that he would get his Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate Level (EMT-I) certification so that he could better serve his local motorcycle community by offering ASMI courses as well.

Bob received his EMT-I certification in December of 2005 and his ASMI Instructor Certification in March of 2006.

He became an MSF Certified RiderCoach Trainer in 2005 and now also enjoys helping others to become MSF RiderCoaches.  Bob was awarded the national recognition of RiderCoach Trainer of the year in 2007 by MSF. 

Both Bob and Laura are avid motorcyclists and make motorcycle vacations part of their leisure activities in addition to it being their daily commute.  They love to start out a trip with the wind in their face and no particular destination in mind.  The fun is in getting there, no matter where the ‘there’ is.

Bob and his wife Laura now own and operate their own MSF School in the Denver, CO area called BLACK B.A.G., LLC, Ph # 303-233-0081 / www.bbmct.com where they provide ASMI, MSF, and ARC training.

Dawn Grow – Assistant Instructor

My Husband and I have been members of ABATE for about 3 years, and I am starting my 3rd. term of recording Secretary for our district.   I have worked in the Health Offices for our school district as a nurse’s assistant for several years.  I am CPR & First Aid certified. My husband and I like to ride whenever we can.

Contact me at: rdgrow@msn.com

Terry Howard – Assistant Instructor

 I am currently the State Coordinator for ABATE of Colorado, beginning my 3rd term.  I have been riding since 1997 and have been involved in Motorcycle Rights for 9 years.  I am originally from New Jersey and made Colorado my home in 1974.  I am divorced with 4 legged furry critters for kids.  I have worked in Business Management the majority of my adult life.  I am also fortunate enough to be employed by ABATE of Colorado as the State Manager.  ABATE decided to extend our offerings to the motorcycling community by training instructors for the ASMI class.  I believe this falls in line with our mission statement and provides evidence that motorcyclists do accept responsibility for ourselves.

E-Mail me at: THoward618@aol.com or call me at 303-789-3264

Angelica Levesque, RN – Lead instructor

Hello, my name is Angelica Levesque.  I am a Registered Nurse from Littleton, Colorado and, am a Lead Rider Coach for ABATE of Colorado as well as, Instructor for Accident Scene Management. I have been riding motorcycles since 1970. I have been teaching motorcycle safety for ABATE (A Brotherhood Active Toward Education) of Colorado since 1998. In 2006 I and two other rider coaches, worked together to make the MSF BRC curriculum into a curriculum that is ASL (American Sign Language) friendly. Our focus was to open education of the BRC to the Deaf and Hearing Impaired motorcycle riding communities. This program is usable and focused for the Rider Coach that has no American Sign Language background. Motorcycling, harp, baking, and billiards are my hobbies.

E-Mail me at: Colors1800@aol.com

Eric Sondeen, Paramedic Lieutenant – Lead Instructor

The best 911 response is the one that never happens because you prevent the incident from occurring!
That I’ve been a medic for 30+ years means nothing to you if YOU are the only motorcyclist on the scene of an accident.  YOU are clearly the “best one” in this circumstance to make a difference.  It is my passion to equip and train fellow motorcyclists with the capability to reduce additional injuries and maximize great outcomes should one of us “come off the bike”.
I’ve been with Littleton Fire Rescue as a career fire paramedic since 1981 following work with the US Forest Service and county-wide ambulance service at Aspen Valley Hospital.
I live in Boulder where I am currently the “guardian” (we don’t call ourselves owners—it’s inhumane) of a 2008 H-D Firefighter Ultra and a 2002 HD/California Sidecar rig.  I am the AMA risk management rep for our Chartered “Wind & Fire MC” fire Club and Safety Officer for my HOG group.
After 80,000 safe miles of smiles I found myself admiring the sparks from my bike’s engine guard as it slid next to me on the highway September 2006.  “D-O-W-N” can happen.  Be prepared and make a difference.  Set up yourself and your riding group with excellent training through Accident Scene Management.
Contact me at: esondeen1@mac.com

A Registered Nurse by training, Colleen has worked in a variety of clinical and consultative settings over the past 21 years. She is currently a clinical consultant for Aspen Healthcare in Denver, CO. Her clinical experiences include emergency rooms and intensive care units in hospitals in Austin and Houston, TX. She also served for ten years in the U.S. Army Reserves, Army Nurse Corps, and is currently an assistant professor in the healthcare management program for Pfeiffer University of Charlotte.

Colleen has been a member of AMA since 1996, and currently coordinates a Community Council for the AMA through her contacts on the internet. She has been a member of the Charlotte Chapter of the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) since 1998; their Ladies of Harley (LOH) director for 2000-2002; and the current Safety Officer for the Chapter. She also provides clinical and/or coordinating support for several charitable motorcycle rides in the Charlotte area throughout the year. IN her spare tiem she teaches MSF Rider Education. Colleen is the only instructor so far in Co that teaches Advanced Bystander Assistance Classes!

Check out Colleen's article in She'ssoSkirt!

E-mail freespirithd@gmail.com

Shannon Brock, LVN/ EMT – Lead Instructor

Shannon has been in the medical field most of her life. Her back ground is Emergency Medicine with both her EMT and LVN licenses. She served her country for 10 yrs in the US ARMY first as a cook and soon after as a medic.  She got into riding as a young child with her father and has had a love for it ever since.  Her passion for helping others coupled with her love for motorcycling has come together, thanks to ASMI.  She is proud to be one of California's first instructors and she is willing to travel where ever she is needed to help others.  She is a member of Star Touring and she rides a custom painted Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic. To have Shannon teach a class for you contact her at: ShannonASMI@yahoo.com

Palm Desert, Ca. 92260

Halle Fetty – Assistant Instructor

I’ve been a rider for 12 years…learned on a Honda Rebel and now ride a Street Glide. I’ve been CPR and First Aid certified for almost 14 years…needed to be as the Leader of my daughter’s Brownie Troop! I’m married to George who’s a Certified RiderCoach for the CMSP and have 2 grown children, 4 dogs, 2 cats, and 2 fish.

Our son Andrew was in a bike accident in November 2002…18 days in a coma, broken femur and wrist, brain stem injuries – lucky for us that the accident was right in front of our local hospital and EMT’s were on the scene within minutes. If the accident had happened anywhere else, with no one nearby trained to help, we know we would have lost him.

George and I own and live at Valley V-Twin, a motorcycle dealership in Indio, CA. I am a member of the AMA, Sustaining Member of the MRF & Lifetime HOG member. We’ve brought the ASMI classes to our area because we are dedicated to promoting rider training, rider safety, and motorcycle awareness in the State of California – including organizing an annual Motorcycle Awareness Month event every year for the last 4 years – helping others learn what to do in the aftermath of a motorcycle accident just fits in! Becoming an Assistant Instructor was an obvious next step. I look forward to sharing my knowledge, training, and experience with you!

To host a class, you can contact me at: 760-342-1199 or through our website at  www.valleyvtwin.com