March 24, 2006 – Cycling BC is pleased to announce the appointment of Keith Ryan to the position of Chief Executive Officer. A lifelong fan of cycling, Keith Ryan has extensive background in sports administration and a passion for all sports. Keith has over 20 years of management experience in both the sports and business sectors.

Previous to his current role he held the post of Executive Director with the British Columbia Soccer Association for four years. “I am proud to be joining such a prestigious and well run organization. The sport of cycling is one of Canada’s most popular sports and I am proud to be joining an organization that plays such an important and dynamic role in the development of the sport”. Current Executive Director, Tom Fawsitt, will continue to “ease” into retirement during a transition period over the next few months. Keith can be reached at keith@cycling.bc.ca .