Our People
Berd was founded in 2015 with a mission to use advancements in materials science and engineering to improve cycling products. Our PolyLightâ„¢ spokes are the lightest in the world. They enable cyclists to ride farther and faster, while expending less effort.

Charlie Spanjers
Co-Founder and CEO

Terence Taylor
Spoke Production Manager

Allison Horner
Chief Technology Officer

Wade Charging Hawk
Process Innovation Engineer

Jack Brower
Spoke Production

Dave Danks
Wheelbuilder

Joe Polis
Spoke Production

Ayanna Owens
Wheelbuilder

Rob Stepaniak
Sales Manager

Nick Noethe
Marketing / Photography

Nick Vetter
Wheel Department Manager

John Scott
Manufacturing Intern

Christian Lundberg
Wheelbuilder

Brad Guertin
Co-Founder

James Campbell
Marketing Consultant

Mike Arbeiter
Advisor

Edward Warchol
Advisor