executive committee & staff
SORBA Executive Committee
Our Executive Committee are a dedicated and diverse group of volunteers who serve to support SORBA and our chapters across the region.
Chris Doane
President
Erin McMahon
Vice President
Joe Hoitela
Treasurer
Jim Grover
Secretary
Bryan Hall
North Carolina Rep
Stuart Thiel
Georgia State Rep
Kevin McKone
Mississippi State Rep
Mitch Greenberg
Florida State Rep
Shawn Scott
South Carolina State Rep
Chase Draper
Alabama State Rep
Doug Bataille
Tennessee State Rep
SORBA Staff
Philip Darden, Executive Director
Philip is the Executive Director of SORBA based in Knoxville, TN, and heads up the day to day operations of our organization. Growing up in the Metro Atlanta area, Philip began mountain biking on SORBA trails as a teenager in the 90’s on his fully rigid 26er. He has been a member of SORBA since 2011 where he helped to form a chapter in Alabama as the founding Vice President, later serving as President for six years. Philip has held various roles in SORBA as a volunteer at the chapter and regional level and has been an employee since 2021. In addition to being a mountain biker and trail advocate, Philip enjoys spending time outdoors riding all sorts of bikes, running, hiking, paddling, fly fishing, taking photos, and going on puppy adventures with his dog.
Madison Taylor Lane, Membership Director
Madison (Madi) is the Membership Director of SORBA and based in Knoxville, TN. She oversees memberships and the member management software, helping enhance the member experience across our chapters. Madison holds a Public Health degree from Indiana University and brings over 5 years of nonprofit experience to her role. As a SORBA member since 2023, she is excited to use her skills and passion to help grow and strengthen our mountain biking community. When she’s not working, Madi enjoys riding, hiking, rock climbing, and exploring new places with her husband and their dog Zoolah.
Kaysee Fullbright, Operations Manager
Kaysee is the Operations Director for SORBA and based in Knoxville, TN. She oversees the finances of our organization and is a licensed CPA. As a former professional mountain bike racer, Kaysee brings a depth of knowledge about mountain biking, trails, and is incredibly passionate about getting more women on bikes. She loves all types of bikes as well as running, hiking, and taking her two dogs out for adventures with her husband.