The Women Who Inspire

2014 American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Conference – Women’s Discussion Panel

As I type this list I think about what an incredible opportunity it was to be in the room with these ladies. I sat in the audience and participated in the panel discussion, not even realizing the magnitude of the situation. These women make a difference in the motorcycle community, they are legends. Crossing generational and social boundaries, each of these ladies makes the world a better place for all riders. We discussed everything from rider safety to how to get more women in motorcycle racing. I am 100% sure that I stuck my foot in my mouth on more than one occasion, but I was just so thrilled to be around so many accomplished female riders. Thank you ladies for inspiring and supporting women riders and thank you AIMExpo and AMA for this amazing experience.

Inspirational Women Riders at AMA Conference

1. Gloria Struck – Known as the Matriarch of women riders, riding since 1941, joined Motor Maids in 1946 and still rides today

2. Lori Struck DeSilva –  Gloria’s daughter and riding companion

3. Christine Parsley –  Two time Bonneville Land Speed Record Holder

4. Sue Slate – National Programs Chair of Women’s Motorcyclist Foundation

5. Jody Peterson – Member Women in the Wind

6. Vicki Roberts-Sanfelipo – Founder of Accident Scene Management, Inc. (A Crash Course for Motorcyclists)

7. Chris Sommer Simmons –   Author of motorcycle books and articles; co-founder of ‘Harley Women’ magazine

8. Becky Brown – Founder of Women in the Wind

9. Maggie McNally – Bradshaw – First female Chair of the Board for the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA)

10. Katie McKay –  Founder/President The GirlRiders Network

11. Andrea Hess – GirlRiders event assistant

12. Gin Shear – Executive Director of Women’s Motorcyclist Foundation

13. Diane Price – Chair of the Women’s Coalition of Motorcyclists

14. Karen Umphress – IT and Project Manager of National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC)