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

Dave Danks
Wheelbuilder

Joe Polis
Spoke Production

Ayanna Owens
Wheelbuilder

Rob Stepaniak
Sales Director

Nick Noethe
Marketing / Photography

Nick Vetter
Wheel Department Manager

Christian Lundberg
Wheelbuilder

Keegan Krol
Wheelbuilder

Sharon Abel
Service and Technical Support Representative

Simon Fulda-Strate
Sales Representative

Brad Guertin
Co-Founder

Kyle Olson
Co-Founder

James Campbell
Marketing Consultant

Mike Arbeiter
Advisor

Edward Warchol
Advisor