2011 Biography Book

September 15 – 18, 2011 Scottsdale, AZ

Tour of Champions 2011 Statistics

Total raised this year by TOCers - $1,380,112

Average raised per TOCer - $17,693

78 TOC Qualifiers 21 new TOC Qualifiers

Youngest qualifier is 12 years old and raised $12,854

Oldest qualifier is 76 years old and raised $34,770

A few TOCers live outside of Texas: New York, New Mexico and Maryland

24 Female Qualifiers

54 Male Qualifiers

Table of Contents

Qualifiers & Guests Lynn Alexander & Lee Neathery Stacey Baer Steve Barrett Ron Bartnett & Sheri Bartnett Michael Beattie & Lora Beattie Marshall Bendalin & Barbara Bendalin Susan Bonsell & Michele Fang Jenny Booth & Patrick Devine Michael Branch & Melanie Branch Gus Brann & Agatha Brann Mary Butler & Kristine Fox Melinda Carey & Beverly Williams Angie Carl & David Carl George Carter & Eva Biering Jeff Chase & Christel Chase Stephen Clarkson Marshall Cohen & Jan Cohen Craig Davis & Paula Davis Michael Davis & Maureen McCardle Michael Dillard & Paula Lopez Cynthia Dopjera & James Doyle Bill Dudley & Caroline Dudley Arie Funk & Arza Funk Craig Gentry & Lisa Gentry Ann Greene & Diana Malin Afif Halal Kurt Haaland Michael Hurd & Joshua Wheat Robert Ittner & Linda Ittner Ernest Johnson & Susanne Johnson Larry Knox & Sheri Knox Andy Kogut & William Roberts Terry Krysl Richard Kuniansky & Jeanne Southern George Laflin Joe Leone Alyce Levy & Doug Levy Mark Livingston & Lisa Livingston William Malone & Leona Malone

Gregory Marcarelli Don McCormack & Joy McCormack John Meador & Cheryl Meador Sophia Menyhert & Steve Menyhert Gerald Merfish & Sherry Merfish Shane Merz & Michele Merz Patti Miller James Mills & Robbin Mills Barb Minx & Allison Stephan Stephen Moskowitz & Robbie Moskowitz Mike Navolio & Jennifer Navolio Jonathan Novitsky & Karen Sachar Rachel Partridge & Stuart Partridge Dorothy Paterson & Karen Nakfoor Philip Pauzé Sylvia Perez Juan Pinzon & Gloria Lazaro Bob Pohl Eric Powell Joe Powers & Christina Powers John Putnam Lisa Rainey & Bart Rainey Cherri Rapp & Janet Rapp Sylvia Rodriguez & Martin Rodriguez Franelle Rogers & Michael Parmet Mike Sailor & Lisa Sailor David Sambrooks & Lisa Sambrooks Larry Sanders & Kim Sanders Christopher Shaw Alison Sparer Mark Stevens & Hailey Stevens Pat Sullivan & Velesa Sullivan David Tumino Jd Villaseňor & Stephen Martin Lisa Williams & Arthur Williams Brian Wing & Shane Marchand Pieter Wybro & Barbara Montagnino Ellen Yarrell & Joan Bremner Karla Zielke

Staff Brenda Buchanan Kelli Dreiling Clarissa Horner Taylor Mallia Barbara Metyko Mark Neagli

Tony Ralf Lisa Shaw Frank Timmons Nicole Townley Barry Turner

Lynn Alexander

Email Address: lynnalexmorris@nyc.rr.com What city do you currently live in? New York, NY Hometown: Fort Worth, TX Occupation: Private Equity Employer: Kelso & Company Marital Status: Chris Morris Number of children and their ages: Maddie - 14

Lee Neathery Guest of TOC Qualifier: Lynn Alexander Email Address: lee@bikebarn.com Hometown: all over USA City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: Texas A&M Occupation & Employer: Bike Barn Relationship with TOC Participant: best friends Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: volunteer, team sponsor If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Bike Barn What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Getting to meet all the incredible cyclists & friends who put so much energy into their MS cycling adventure! So admirable!!! What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I'm an accountant - although that is not very interesting. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Bikes What’s the last book you’ve read? Glass castle Favorite way to spend a weekend: Riding my bike! Favorite travel destination: Italy - Tuscany! Favorite sports team: Radio Shack

Stacey Baer Email Address: stacbaer@aol.com What city do you currently live in? Dallas Hometown: Dallas Occupation: Bookkeeping Employer: Self - The Bookkeeping Group Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 7 and 8 Name of college you attended: University of Texas/Univ. of Arizona Events in which you participate: Bike MS: Sam's Club, Frisco to Fort Worth

Name of your bike team: The Feisty Devils How many years have you participated in TOC? 5 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing all of the amazing fundraisers. Also, my childhood friend lives in Scottsdale, so spending time with her. What is your connection to MS? Seems like a good cause with nice people. What is your favorite ride and why? The Dallas Bike MS, because that is the only one I do!

Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Yes, Jewish Federation, Greenhill School, Temple Emanu-el Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Email, Facebook What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I have a potty mouth when playing tennis, I am very competitive. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? No, I can not stand junk. I used to collect miniature squirrel figures when I was a little girl. What’s the last book you’ve read? Ivy and Bean Favorite travel destination: Colorado in the summer Favorite sports team: Chicklets and Cosmos, daughters soccer team

Steve Barrett Email Address: steve.barrett@fmcti.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Occupation: Business Manager Employer: FMC Technolgies Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 9,20,23,25

Name of college you attended: Texas A&M and Rice University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: FMC Energy Cyclers How many years have you participated in TOC? 10 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Some time to relax and enjoy the company of other TOC participants. What is your connection to MS? Relative: other What motivates you? The personal challenge to continue to participate and to raise money to find a cure. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Only did team and individual rides this year. In past years have done vertually all the recommended (and vaious other) rides. What is your favorite ride and why? My favorite one from years past has been the Gator Ride - just really friendly and a scenic and interesting route. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? I'm on the board of Target Hunger, a member of the Alexis deTouqueville Society of United Way and am active with the Houston Heart Walk and the United Way. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Yes, I used Facebook to suplement my e-mail campaign. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I've been 1 mile deep in the earth in a mine in South Africa. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? My wife says I'm a collector of everything! What’s the last book you’ve read? Broken Laces Favorite way to spend a weekend: With my family at Galveston Bay. Favorite travel destination: Argentina and the Frio River Favorite sports team: Any/all Texas Aggies

More than 3,400 persons attended weekly assisted physical training sessions in our Dallas and Fort Worth offices. These sessions kept people moving with multiple one-hour small group personal training sessions.

Ron Bartnett Email Address: ronbart@swbell.net What city do you currently live in? San Antonio Hometown: St. Louis, MO Occupation: Finance Director What is your connection to MS? I have a Friend or Co-worker with MS

Sheri Bartnett Guest of TOC Qualifier: Ron Bartnett Email Address: sheribart@swbell.net Hometown: St. Louis Missouri City you currently live in: San Antonio, Texas Name of college you attended: SEMO and UMSL Occupation & Employer: Kindergarten Teacher/Coker UMC Relationship with TOC Participant: spouse

Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: volunteer If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? AT&T Spinners What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Hanging out with my husband in Scottsdale What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I don't drink red wine. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Life of Pi Favorite way to spend a weekend: Floating in my pool Favorite travel destination: Jackson Hole Wyoming Favorite sports team: San Antonio Spurs

Mike Beattie Email Address: michael.beattie@anadarko.com What city do you currently live in? Magnolia Hometown: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Occupation: geologist Employer: Anadarko Petroleum Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 31 Name of college you attended: McMaster University

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Anadarko How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Flat roads What is your connection to MS? Many coworkers, family and friends affected by the disease. Things have changed in 30 years, but we still have a long way to go. What motivates you? Seeing the real enthusiasm from those who have MS and know we ride for them, and having met doctors last year whose research we directly support. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Grace. She forgives me when i dont deserve it. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Camp for All What is your favorite ride and why? Banff to Lake Louise, Alberta. Rolling hills, mountain views, cool air, bighorn sheep and elk. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Anadarko's cycling team...coaching

the new riders. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Posted updates on Facebook and used the link to fundraise. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? My wife's mom and my dad were born 2 days apart in the same hospital in 1929. So, think about it: the mothers probably met then went their separate ways, and 45 years later their grandchildren would meet and get married... Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I travel light now... What’s the last book you’ve read? Seal Team Six; The Tiger Favorite way to spend a weekend: Wake up early at the cottage, enjoy a coffee on the porch by the lake with the dogs, go for a long mountain bike ride....plunge into the lake on returning and fire up the "barby" with Lora and a glass of wine.... Favorite travel destination: The cottage in Canada Favorite sports team: Garmin Cervelo

Lora Beattie Guest of TOC Qualifier: Mike Beattie Email Address: loramike49@gmail.com Hometown: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada City you currently live in: Magnolia Name of college you attended: McMaster University Relationship with TOC Participant: Wife Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Rode 2008-09 on a tandem with Mike

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing the new friends we made last year What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I taught special Ed in Canada, Fort Worth, and senior citizen special Ed in the Woodlands. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo Favorite way to spend a weekend: Floating in the lake at the cottage Favorite travel destination: our cottage in Canada Favorite sports team: Vancouver Canucks

Marshall Bendalin Guest: Barbara Bendalin Email Address: marshbend@aol.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Phoenix AZ Occupation: Retired Employer: None Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 41, 40, 36 Name of college you attended: University of Arizona

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Team BP How many years have you participated in TOC? 4 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Visiting with people who, like me, have taken to find a cure for MS as a passion. What is your connection to MS? At first it was Alice Thiele who lost her life due to complications of MS in the '70s, but since then I have met additional people who are living with MS. What motivates you? That some day soon we all can be on "...the last MS150 bike ride." No more need for research as the cure has been found, no need for support as the people living with Multiple Sclerosis no longer require it, and we all can retire this bike ride.

Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? None What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Gran Fondo (Texas TMCO) What is your favorite ride and why? The MS150 ride from Houston to Austin. The reason is simple, the MS staff and the 3,000 volunteers who put their energy in to the rider, so the riders have an outstanding ride experience. It's my opinion that there is no other ride better supported then this ride. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? ChildADVOCATES Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I just contact my donors through e-mail. Once a month What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? That at home I am a very quite and private person What’s the last book you’ve read? I just read five books by David Baldacci Favorite way to spend a weekend: Movie and dinner Favorite travel destination: Visit my family Favorite sports team: Texans

Susan Bonsell Email Address: susan.bonsell@yahoo.com What city do you currently live in? Dallas Hometown: Durham, NC Occupation: Finance Employer: Jefferies Marital Status: Shawn Bonsell Number of children and their ages: ages 8 and 5 Name of college you attended: Duke University

Events in which you participate: Bike MS: Sam's Club, Frisco to Fort Worth Name of your bike team: Feisty Devils How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? A relaxing weekend with my friends...not the the MS150 weekend isn't relaxing...and hopefully Greasewood Flats What is your connection to MS? My 2 sweet friends, Stacey Baer and Alyce Levy What motivates you? The need for a cure Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? No, but my husband's bike is referred to as "The Mistress" What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? None really What is your favorite ride and why? Wednesday mornings at White Rock with my friends...mostly because it meant I wasn't at work. Always interesting conversation and great music, although I couldn't hear it - just Alyce's singing Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? nope Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I did not this year... What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I used to do pottery...and someday may again. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Wine and subsequently friends What’s the last book you’ve read? The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Favorite way to spend a weekend: Doing nothing at home with my husband and kids - Friday night making homemade pizzas, Saturday sports for the kids, Sunday Dim Sum. Favorite travel destination: Home...as in coming home after a trip Favorite sports team: Duke Basketball

Michele Fang Guest of TOC Qualifier: Susan Bonsell Email Address: michelefang@gmail.com Hometown: Heath City you currently live in: Heath Name of college you attended: Texas Tech University Occupation & Employer: Relationship with TOC Participant: Friends Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Yes If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Fiesty Devils

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Spending the weekend with one of my closest friends and the opportunity to meet new people who share a common goal and passion in curing MS. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? When I was a teenager I rode 1400 miles on a motorcycle with my Dad from San Antonio to West Virginia. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest Favorite way to spend a weekend: Cooking at Susan's house, sitting on the patio drinking yummy wine. Favorite travel destination: Cabo San Lucas Favorite sports team: Red Raider Football, Dallas Stars & Mavs

Jenny Booth Email Address: stablemind@msn.com What city do you currently live in? Magnolia Occupation: finance Employer: self employed Marital Status: Other... Number of children and their ages: 2 Name of college you attended: NMSU Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Houston Oaks How many years have you participated in TOC? 3 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? What happens at TOC stays at TOC What is your connection to MS? The ride What motivates you? Health, well being, and helping others Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Black Beauty, Snow White and Shrek What is your favorite ride and why? MS150 Houston to Austin. If you can pedal to Austin you can do almost anything Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Pin Oak Charity horse show, Rosehill Christian School Cycling team, SIRE Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Yes, facebook What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I spent my teenage years with the aliens in Roswell. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Horses and bikes What’s the last book you’ve read? The Help Favorite way to spend a weekend: Cycling, drinking wine, watching Keely ride, and doing it all while hanging with Patrick Favorite travel destination: Ketchum, ID Favorite sports team: Rosehill Eagles

Patrick Devine Guest of TOC Qualifier: Jenny Booth Email Address: Pdevinelaw@pdevinelaw.com Hometown: Houston Name of college you attended: Rice, U of H Occupation & Employer: Lawyer Relationship with TOC Participant: SO Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Yes, rider If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Houston Oaks What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Riding, eating and drinking What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I used to have red hair. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? No What’s the last book you’ve read? Can't remember Favorite way to spend a weekend: Long rides, a good meal, a better wine. Favorite travel destination: Scottsdale Favorite sports team: Rice owls baseball Michael Branch Guest Melanie Branch What city do you currently live in? Spring, TX Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: ConocoPhillips

Erich John "Gus" Brann Guest Agatha Brann Email Address: gusbrann@hotmail.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Occupation: Retired Stockbroker Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 4 Name of college you attended: Univ of Houston

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Kicking Asphalt How many years have you participated in TOC? 9 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Have a good time with friends What is your connection to MS? We are all brothers and sisters What motivates you? The Good Lord Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Tortuga (because I'm slow What’s the last book you’ve read? Decision Points Favorite way to spend a weekend: Laying by the Sea Favorite travel destination: Paris Favorite sports team: St. Thomas Eagles

Mary Butler Email Address: mbutler@graniteprop.com What city do you currently live in? Houston, Texas Hometown: Leipsic, Ohio Occupation: Commercial Real Estate Property Manager Employer: Granite Properties Marital Status: Divorced Number of children and their ages: 1 Name of college you attended: Kent State University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Team Granite How many years have you participated in TOC? 10 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Being with fellow friends/bike riders who share the same passion of raising funds and awarenss to find a cure for multiple sclerosis. What is your connection to MS? I have friends who have MS. What motivates you? My friends with MS. It is heartbreaking to hear their stories and daily struggles with this disease. How it has affected their daily lives and their families. All they want to be is NORMAL. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Bumble Bee What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? The MS Training rides in the Spring, Tour de Cure, Tour de Pink. What is your favorite ride and why? BP MS 150. Each time I participate in this ride I find a new friend and a new experience. It gets better and better!!!! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? President - Institutes of Real Estate (IREM) - Houston Chapter, Diversity Advisor Board Chair _ National IREM - Board Member West Houston Chamber of Commerce. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Yes - Facebook. Sent out fundraising requests and updates to my progress. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I write poetry. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Hearts and Crosses What’s the last book you’ve read? Ken Follett - Pillars of the Earth Favorite way to spend a weekend: With family and friends Favorite travel destination: Paris Favorite sports team: Team Granite

Last year, more than 50,000 event participants in Oklahoma, Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas and New Mexico laced up for a Walk MS event or saddled up for a Bike MS ride.

Kristine Lynn Fox Guest of TOC Qualifier: Mary Butler Email Address: stitchneedle@hotmail.com Hometown: Laurel, MT City you currently live in: Katy, TX Name of college you attended: Texas A&M Occupation & Employer: property manager w/ Stream Realty Partners Relationship with TOC Participant: friend and former co-worker Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: volunteer What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I am looking forward to meeting new people and travelling to a place I have never been before. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you?

My favorite place is Cooke City which is perched on the top of a mountain just outside one of the entrances to Yellowstone Park. It gets so much snow in the winter they keep snow blowers on their roofs and it is my goal to retire there! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I collect dot-daisy pottery, Texasware bowls and cafeteria trays and I am a sucker for an abandoned/stray animal! What’s the last book you’ve read? The Lincoln Lawyer Favorite way to spend a weekend: Read, cross-stitch, visit a new place Favorite travel destination: The mountains of MT

Melinda Cary Guest Beverly Williams Email Address: melindac@wsllc.net What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Madison, IN Occupation: Legal Assistant Employer: WEDGE Group Inc. Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 0 Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Body Works & Fitness How many years have you participated in TOC? 10 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? A chance to reconnect with those like-minded MS150 top fundraisers and enjoy hearing stories of how they remain inspired to keep the faith of finding a cure through this common thread that ties us all together for such a cause. What is your connection to MS? Ann Tidwell who is a personal friend that began my MS150 journey of the past 10 yrs., but since then have met a number of others who are also afflicted that make my heart go out to those who depend on this event on so many levels. What motivates you? See previous answer as the segue to this one I guess. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Nope, my bike doesn't have a nickname. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Just MS recommended rides, so this answer is also none. What is your favorite ride and why? I enjoy any ride that doesn't blow wind and road grit into my face... Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Nope. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Nope. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Bright Side of Disaster Favorite way to spend a weekend: Relaxing and then a little more relaxing... Favorite sports team: NY Yankees (once a Yankee, always one)

Angie Carl Email Address: acarl@machaik.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: La Porte, TX Occupation: CPA/Controller Employer: Mac Haik Enterprises Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 6 Name of college you attended: Texas A&M University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Kickin' Asphalt How many years have you participated in TOC? 7 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Being with such a great group of people and having time to visit with folks. What is your connection to MS? I have a several friends with MS What motivates you? Knowing that the money we raise helps fund the research that gives people with MS hope for their future. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Bike Through the Forest-Cold Springs, Club 300 Ride in Fayetteville, Humble Lions Club Ride, Continental Express, Bluebonnet Express What is your favorite ride and why? Camp For All - Great hills and beautiful scenery. Plus, they have a keg of cold beer at the end of the ride with lunch! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? With a big family, there isn't much time for many organizations other than our church affiliation at Second Baptist. Also, I serve as Treasurer of the Memorial High School Baseball Team. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No. I think it is better to personally contact folks who are willing to write big checks!! What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? One of my favorite activities is scuba diving. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Angels & Crosses. I get a sense of peace when I look at them around my home and office! What’s the last book you’ve read? Crazy Love Favorite way to spend a weekend: Hanging out at home with my husband and other family members that might be around. The weeks are usually so busy with work that I am ready to enjoy some peaceful home time when the weekend comes. Favorite travel destination: Little Cayman Island Favorite sports team: Texas Aggies

Legislative grass-roots action continues to grow in our region. For example, New Mexico’s Government Relations Committee has grown from three to five people at the beginning of 2010 to 12 to 15 people currently attending each month.

David Carl Guest of TOC Qualifier: Angie Carl Email Address: carl@q10kdhco.com Hometown: Houston City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: The Ohio State University Occupation & Employer: Commercial Mortgage Banker Relationship with TOC Participant: Husband Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer? Rider

If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends? Team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Team Kicking Asphalt What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Meeting and riding with all the friends we have made over all the years we have attended What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I want to be a sailor when I grow up! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I collect nothing except dust on occasion. What’s the last book you’ve read? Decision Point- George W Bush Favorite way to spend a weekend? Love to travel and spend time with Angie Favorite travel destination? Little Cayman Island Favorite sports team? Baseball

George Carter Email Address: grc07@msn.com What city do you currently live in? Friendswood Hometown: Houston Occupation: Chemical Engineer Employer: Retired / BP Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 40-27 Name of college you attended: Lamar University

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio Name of your bike team: BP How many years have you participated in TOC? 10 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Always looking for new adventures with the great folks I have met over the years through the MS society... What is your connection to MS? I identify with numerous folks with MS and want to be involved with the rides until a cure is discovered... What motivates you? I am motivated by the spirit and energy of people with MS and also the other tremendous unselfish folks on the MS rides.... Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? good idea but NO name----strange.... What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Typically I make two organized rides each year/Houston and San Antonio plus a variety of training rides.... What is your favorite ride and why? Houston to Austin...Great ride demonstrated by all the riders for a common cause/ cure for MS... Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Typically ride the Tour de Pink for breast cancer ... Club 300 .... Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? MS web site only.... What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Worked the BP spill for seven months in La.... Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? The wife would say junk / treasures ....

What’s the last book you’ve read? Rising Tide by John Barry Favorite way to spend a weekend: Family time / biking / golf / swimming Favorite travel destination: Hawaii/ New Zealand Favorite sports team: Texans

Eva Biering Guest of TOC Qualifier: George Carter Email Address: bieringe@sbcglobal.net Hometown: Houston City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: University of Houston Occupation & Employer: Executive Assistant, Sunbelt Group L.P. Relationship with TOC Participant: Sister

Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: No What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Spending time with brother and meeting other participants in Scottsdale, seeing this area of the country for the first time Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Antiques What’s the last book you’ve read? Street Lawyer by John Grissham Favorite way to spend a weekend: Travelling or relaxing at home with friends/family Favorite travel destination: Hawaii Favorite sports team: Astros

Jeff Chase Guest Christel Chase Email Address: dtfwep1@mac.com What city do you currently live in? Fort Worth Hometown: Clearwater, Florida Occupation: Physician Employer: Self Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: Jeffrey Jr. (14), Beaudry (12), and Nathan (7) Name of college you attended: Georgia Tech Events in which you participate: Bike MS: Sam's Club, Frisco to Fort Worth Name of your bike team: Chain Gang How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? A great chance to meet others with a great interest in seeing MS eradicated. I hope to hear their stories and learn more about their struggles with MS. I hope to hear more about the MS Society and their future

plans for combating MS. What is your connection to MS? I was diagnosed with MS about 7 years ago. What motivates you? I'm motivated by Christel (my wife) and my children. I'm also motivated by the many people I've meet that suffer with MS. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? None so far. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Burleson Honey Ride What is your favorite ride and why? Fort Worth MS 150 is our favorite ride. We love it because the organizers are so motivated and make each of us feel so special. They seem to understand that the ride is about people. They continually strive to make the ride safe and enjoyable.

Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No social media for me. I did it the old fashioned way...... Hand written photos to friends and families. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I collect most things Redneck. What’s the last book you’ve read? Seal Team Six Favorite way to spend a weekend: Exercising with my family and friends and either boating, riding or running. The best days end with grilled steaks on the Green Egg and a bold Syrah. Favorite travel destination: Lake Tahoe Favorite sports team: Chain Gang

Stephen (Steve) Clarkson Email Address: sclarkson@pxp.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Lubbock, TX Occupation: Engineer Employer: Plains Exploration & Production Marital Status: Married - Marilyn Number of children and their ages: 24 and 21 Name of college you attended: Texas Tech

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Anadarko How many years have you participated in TOC? 3 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Climbing hills in the heat on my bike & trying to snare a few birdies on the golf course! What is your connection to MS? fundraising & cycling What motivates you? Staying upright for as long as possible! Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Not officially but lots of folks think (& some say) "buzzard bait" as they pass. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Houston Gran Fondo Solvang Century in California Le Tape du California climbing Mt Baldy Gran Fondo Colnago- Los Angeles What is your favorite ride and why? My favorite training ride is Round Mountain road just outside Bakersfield California. The scenic route starts along the Kern River at 400' and climbs continuously to 1500' elevation over about four miles. The grade is just steep enough to max out the heart rate & cause you to think about stopping though not so steep to force you to stop! You are rewarded with beautiful views of Lake Ming, the Kern Valley & several densely developed oilfields on a hill. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Not really. Northwest Cycling Club gets my dues from time to time. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I use to have a gift for skeeball. Six Flags paid me off to quit! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Golf tees. Some reason I just can't make myself not pick up all the free golf tees I can find. What’s the last book you’ve read? read? Favorite way to spend a weekend: Cycle & party on Saturday. Then pray to golf on Sunday! Favorite travel destination: Brisbane, Australia Favorite sports team: Dallas Cowboys of course!

Marshall Cohen Email Address: cohenmjc@comcast.net What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston, TX Occupation: Marketing Employer: ConocoPhillips Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: Bentley University, Waltham, MA Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: ConocoPhillips How many years have you participated in TOC? 5 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I look forward to spending time with great friends, meeting new people, sharing ideas, exploring AZ and relaxing with my wife. What is your connection to MS? I have participated and completed 24 consecutive MS-150 rides from Houston to Austin. I am a co-leader (behind the amazing Steve Moskowitz) of the ConocoPhillips Bike Club and serve on the Board of Trustees of the MS Society. What motivates you? I am motivated by helping others and seeing them accomplish goals that they questioned the possibility of achieving. This relates to completing the MS-150 and raising impactful fundraising. Also, I am motivated by the staff of the MS Society that works so hard to pursue perfection in all they do for MS. Knowing that $.83 of every MS dollar is utilized toward our purpose is best-in-class and extremely motivating. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? No nickname What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? After the MS-150, my bike goes "belly-up" in the garage until the following Janauary. What is your favorite ride and why? I have biked across Colorado five times in the "Ride the Rockies" as well as the "Cycle Colorado" organized bike events. Climbing mountains, fast descents, beautiful scenery and unique people make these rides favorites. Best of all is really any ride that my wife joins me! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? - MS Society Board of Trustees - Director, West Harris County Municipal Utility District #6 - President of W Hampton Estates HOA - Registration Director ConocoPhillips Rodeo Run - Co-lead ConocoPhillips Bike Club Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I am not your typical guy... I don't like Home Depot or Lowes as I am not at all handy and get much more satisfaction paying someone to complete the task versus me doing it. In fact, I once strongly requested and convinced the sales associate at Home Depot to PLEASE let me purchase the weed eater display model from the shelf as it would take me weeks to figure out how to assempble it myself...and it still wouldn't work! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? As a kid my grandfather got me interested in baseball card collecting. I saved my cards from my NY childhood which helped establish the makings of a great collection. What’s the last book you’ve read? no time Favorite way to spend a weekend: Run, relax poolside with Jan and dog Captain, good dinner. Favorite travel destination: Anywhere without snow Favorite sports team: Astros, Texans

Jan Cohen Guest of TOC Qualifier: Marshall Cohen Email Address: cohenmjc@comcast.net Hometown: Lake Jackson City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: University of Houston Occupation & Employer: Resources Global Professionals Relationship with TOC Participant: Husband Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: 10 years Houston MS150 If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team ConocoPhillips If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? ConocoPhillips What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Spending time with other Top Fundraisers and sharing stories and insight. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? In additon to my Career with Resources, I work for Post Oak Services, Inc., as a Sales Representative for Pressure Test Plugs manufactured for Sealing Coiled Tubing. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? My mother always says, I am a collector of friends. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Woman on the Porch. Gordon Favorite way to spend a weekend: Relaxing poolside with after a long run or bike ride. Favorite travel destination: Maui, HI Favorite sports team: Astros

Craig Davis Email Address: cdavis@inexs.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Indianapolis Occupation: Geophysicist Employer: INEXS Marital status: Married Number of children and their ages: 14, 18, 19 Name of college you attended: Indiana University

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio Name of your Bike Team: CGGVeritas How many years have you participated in TOC? 7 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The shared experiences and reconnection with all my cycling and MS Society friends. What is your connection to MS? Both a cousin and a friend have MS What motivates you? I am motivated by challenges - both physical and mental. I find life a thrill to participate in, and a pleasure to be shared with others. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? C'mon, really? Actually that would be a good name for a bike "C'mon we can do it" What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? The Shiner ride to the brewery which is always a humbling reminder of how quickly you can lose your edge, coming just three to four weeks after the MS150 in April. Lots of miscellaneous last minute thrown together rides with friends - some of the best are created by meeting at a point in the countryside and just heading out with no specific route in mind. What is your favorite ride and why? The TOC ride on Martha's Vineyard was a hoot with pouring rain, flat tires, and wind - nothing like a good challenge! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? I am an active Assistant Scoutmaster with Boy Scout Troop 599 for the last 9 years. Both our sons have made Eagle, and I keep telling myself

that it is time to move on, but I really enjoy working with these boys and being a contributing part of their training and transformation from boys to young men. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Only if you call relentless email blasts social media . . . . . . What's one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I love to cook - when I get home at night I find creating and preparing meals to be tremendously relaxing - it helps to have a great kitchen and the right tools, but I love to cook. I also am great at washing dishes, pots and pans, etc but don't ask me to do laundry, or floors, or bathrooms, . . . . Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? paperwork - not exactly a hobby, but I seem incapable of sorting through and throwing away the reams of paperwork that life assails you with - fortunately Paula is ruthless at throwing things away What's the last book you've read? What is the What Favorite way to spend a weekend? Hanging out with friends and family at our lake house on Canyon Lake - needless to say this only actually occurs about 10% of the time that I'd LIKE to be there . . . . . Favorite travel destination? Egypt Favorite sports team? Go Texans! Paula Davis Guest of TOC Qualifier: Craig Davis Email Address: paula@davistexas.com Hometown: Indianapolis, IN City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: Indiana University Occupation & Employer: accounting/ Southcoast Relationship with TOC Participant: wife of 30 wonderful years Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: I'm a great cheerleader for Craig. What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The food and drink - no just kidding - seeing old friends and meeting new ones. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Last year I spent battling beast cancer. This year I'm healthy, happy and I have hair. Hey! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I really don't collect anything but maybe tennis balls. I love to play tennis! What’s the last book you’ve read? The Five People you Meet in Heaven Favorite way to spend a weekend: My favorite way to spend the weekend is on Canyon Lake with family and friends. The sun raises and sun sets are awesome. Favorite travel destination: Europe, Asia, Africa, South America (all) Favorite sports team: Texans

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Mike Davis Guest Maureen McCardle Email Address: bayou_biker57@yahoo.com What city do you currently live in? Livingston Hometown: North Chatham, NY Occupation: Retired Engineer Employer: Tennessee Gas Pipeline Marital Status: Widowed Number of children and their ages: 30 and 38 Name of college you attended: Syracuse University

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Louisiana Name of your bike team: Team El Paso How many years have you participated in TOC? 1 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Riding in the mountains again What is your connection to MS? Cousin and friends with MS What motivates you? Seeing the results of the fund raising with better drugs for those with MS Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Diesel Dog What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? BP MS 150, plan to ride the Louisiana MS 150 this fall What is your favorite ride and why? Salida to Canon City, CO. Route 50 follows the Arkansas River through beautiful canyons, and the route is mostly downhill. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Not at this time Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I enjoy riding wave runners and motorcycles. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? No What’s the last book you’ve read? The Broker by John Grisham Favorite way to spend a weekend? Relaxing at Lake Livingston on the boat, wave runner, bike or motorcycle. Favorite travel destination? Colorado Favorite sports team? NO Saints Michael Dillard Guest Paula Lopez Email Address: mdillard528@gmail.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Dallas Occupation: Attorney Employer: Latham & Watkins Marital Status: Married - Paula Lopez Number of children and their ages: 26, 22 Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Houstonian Hammerheads How many years have you participated in TOC? 1 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The experience What is your connection to MS? None

Cynthia Dopjera Guest James Doyle Email Address: cdopjera@harperpearson.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Schenectady, NY Occupation: CPA Employer: Harper & Pearson Company, P.C. Marital Status: Divorced Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: Siena Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Houstonian Hammerheads How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Getting to spend time with friends and meeting new friends. Riding, hiking and perhaps some golf will be great too. What is your connection to MS? I do not have a direct connection to MS. What motivates you? I wish I knew the answer to this question. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? no. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Many training rides, the Fayetteville ride, the Katy Flatland ride, Novemberfest 2010 and hope for many more before the year is over. What is your favorite ride and why? Some of the CoP training rides are the best, but I do like the Novemberfest ride each fall. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Currently I am on the Board of St. Agnes Acadamy. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? no, just simple email :) What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? It is the one thing they still don't know about me :) Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? not really. but I am wanting to purchase another bike and that will give me 3, so I guess I am starting to collect bikes :) What’s the last book you’ve read? The Help Favorite way to spend a weekend: Not working ? Favorite travel destination: Tuscany in Italy Favorite sports team: Not sure I have one.

William (Bill) Dudley Email Address: wdudley@bechtel.com What city do you currently live in? McLeau, VA Hometown: Beech Grove, IN Occupation: President and COO Employer: Bechtel Corp Marital Status: Married – Marty Dudley Number of children and their ages: 30yrs and 35yrs Name of college you attended: Purdue University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Bechtel How many years have you participated in TOC? +/- 20

What is your connection to MS? Sister has MS What is your favorite ride and why? MS 150 Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? email

Caroline Dudley Guest of TOC Qualifier: Bill Dudley Email Address: carline99@hotmail.com Hometown: Houston, TX City you currently live in: New Haven, CT Name of college you attended: attending Yale, Graduate of the University of Miami Occupation & Employer: Student – Physicians Assistant Degree Relationship with TOC Participant: Daughter Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as

a rider or volunteer: rider If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Bechtel

Arie Funk Guest Arza Funk Email Address: afunk2011@yahoo.com What city do you currently live in? La Grange Hometown: Tel Aviv Occupation: Jeweler Employer: Armari Designs Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 38,35, 28

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: ConocoPhillips How many years have you participated in TOC? 10 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing old friends, meeting new ones What is your connection to MS? Started as a riding challenge and turned into a committment to the cause. What motivates you? Seeing those who suffer from MS along the route and the dedicated staff. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Craig Gentry What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Occupation: Mortgage Banker Employer: Wells Fargo Bank Marital Status: Lisa Number of children and their ages: 18,21,24 Name of college you attended: Texas A&M University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Kickin' Asphalt

How many years have you participated in TOC? 3 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I'm looking forward to spending time with my wife and drinking wine with my friends while dreaming about a bike ride across America. What motivates you? God has blessed me in many ways including giving me a very healthy body and a heart for others. I'm motivated by the idea of using my gifts in a way that pleases Him. Riding and raising money to fight MS - now that's motivating! Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? My bike is named "Air Force One", but it is a 2002

Screaming Eagle Harley Davidson. My bicycle has not been named, got any ideas? I think it needs more chrome. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? My last organized ride was Houston to Austin MS 150. I hope to start training again in January or February. What is your favorite ride and why? I am really fond of riding down hill. Yes, my favorite ride is when I'm going down hill. If there is a tailwind I like it even more. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Well this is pretty embarrassing, but I like a good mani/pedi. I know that's weird, but there it is. Saturday afternoon at Nails by Tracy is very relaxing. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Not a collector, but my family got into the Beanie Babies a few years ago. I think we still keep about 200 of those worthless bean bags in our mini storage. What’s the last book you’ve read? Golf's Sacred Journey by David Cook Favorite way to spend a weekend: I like being a weekend warrior. Lots of activity and lots of dirty laundry. Favorite travel destination: France Favorite sports team: The fightin Texas Aggies - Whoop!

Lisa Gentry Guest of TOC Qualifier: Craig Gentry Email Address: lisa4pres@sbcglobal.net Hometown: Houston City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: Texas A & M Occupation & Employer: Greater Houston Builders Assoc. Relationship with TOC Participant: spouse Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Rider If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Kickin' Asphalt What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The weather and ride in Arizona.

What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I just started playing golf and I'm obsessed with the game! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Shoes What’s the last book you’ve read? The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Favorite way to spend a weekend: Chillin' with Craig Favorite travel destination: France Favorite sports team: Aggies & Texans

Ann T. Greene Email Address: a-jgreene@sbcglobal.net What city do you currently live in? The Woodlands, Texas Hometown: Florence, Alabama Occupation: computing support Employer: ExxonMobil Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: University of Houston Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: ExxonMobil

How many years have you participated in TOC? 0 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Ride with a group of top fundraisers with a common cause. What is your connection to MS? I have a friend/co-worker (Mary) with MS. In addition, I ride in honor/memory of 8 others. My husband has Parkinson's which is a neurological disorder. The cure for MS could be a cure for Parkinsons. What motivates you? I'm blessed with good health that allows me to ride when so many others cannot. I'm blessed with great supporters on my fund raising efforts. They are awesome! I'm motivated by people like Mike Fagan, who has MS and cheers us on in various locations on the ride to Austin. I'm motivated by my husband who has Parkinsons and helps with my fund raising. He's ridden in the MS150 in past years when he was healthy. And my goodness, the volunteers are fantastic!!! Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? I just named her "Nozomi", Japanese for "Hope". I 'hope' that's correct! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Training rides with ExxonMobil team. Long rides with my training friends. What is your favorite ride and why? Houston to Austin, because it's challenging and the volunteers are wonderful. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Woodlands Photography Club, Woodlands Camera Club, and Woodlands Quilt Guild. Church (CCUM) mission trips. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I used Facebook but most of my donations are from my work place and church. Not many contributions came from Facebook. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? That I was born in Okinawa, Japan. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? At one time, I collected angels but slowing down a little now. Friends still give me angels though. What’s the last book you’ve read? Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Favorite way to spend a weekend: Exercising, movies, and dinner. Enjoying time with husband and friends. Favorite travel destination: Banff Canada and surrounding area Favorite sports team: University of Alabama football Diana Malin Guest of TOC Qualifier: Ann Greene Email Address: c.malin@att.net Hometown: Hannibal MO City you currently live in: The Woodlands, TX Name of college you attended: Univ of MO-Rolla Occupation & Employer: LyondellBasell-IT Relationship with TOC Participant: Friend Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Yes If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? LyondellBasell What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Enjoying the beauty of Arizona What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Was a cave guide during summers of my college years at Mark Twain Cave in Hannibal MO Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Shawnee Pottery What’s the last book you’ve read? Operation Mincement Favorite way to spend a weekend: Relaxing! Favorite travel destination: Colorado Favorite sports team: St Louis Cardinals

Kurt Haaland Email Address: kurthaaland@earthlink.net What city do you currently live in? Katy Hometown: Grew up in Mount Prospect, IL Occupation: Project Manager Employer: Chesapeake Energy Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 21, 19, 15 Name of college you attended: University of Illinois Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio Name of your bike team: BP and Valero How many years have you participated in TOC? 5

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I always look forward to socializing with fellow TOC'ers and riding my bike in a part of the country that I haven't riden before. What is your connection to MS? Relative: Spouse of person with MS What motivates you? Believe it or not, inactivity motivates me to stay active. I can not sit around and do nothing. If I'm not riding my bike, I am working in my yard, working on my house, helping neighbors, trying to do things with teenage kids or taking care of "honey-do's". What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? As an MS Society Ride Marshal, I participate in many MS recommended rides to perform Ride Marshal safety duties. What is your favorite ride and why? I love TOC rides. After riding so often in the Katy flatlands, I really appreciate having the opportunity to ride in hills or mountains with such great scenery. Nashville TOC is my favorite so far. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I recently retired from BP afer 32 years. I will begin working for Chesapeake Energy on August 1 located in San Antonio. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? My wife says I have too many watches and clocks. Is that a collection? What’s the last book you’ve read? The Silent Sea by Clive Cussler Favorite way to spend a weekend: At home taking care of home, yard and family. Of course this includes a nice long bike ride on Saturday morning with the Katy Cycling Club (KCC) Favorite travel destination: New and exciting TOC destinations Favorite sports team: Dallas Cowboys

Afif Halal Email Address: a.halal@shell.com What city do you currently live in? Katy Hometown: Lebanon Occupation: Drilling Manager Employer: Shell Marital status: Married Number of children and their ages: 14 and 11 Name of college you attended: UCLA & OSU Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your Bike Team: Team Shell How many years have you participated in TOC? 3

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing good friends and enjoying some fine dining & wining... and of course putting on a few miles on the bike. What is your connection to MS? I have a Friend with MS What motivates you? Helping others and feeling a sense of purpose in my life

Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Med Fury - short for Mediterranean Fury; it's a bike with lots of passion What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Several What is your favorite ride and why? The Houston to Austin MS150. It personifies everything we work for from September to April, every year. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Professional organizations related to my line of business Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No, and the question makes me feel really old and antiquated :-( What's one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Hmmm, something different from soccer this time... maybe only a few people know that I speak 4 languages! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Red wine What's the last book you've read? Our ice burg is melting Favorite way to spend a weekend? Outdoor activities with my two little ones Favorite travel destination? Italia by a mile Favorite sports team? Brazilian football (the real foot ball)

Michael Hurd Email Address: Michael@StandardTubeCo.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Employer: Standard Tube Company Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: Texas Tech University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Team Standard Tube How many years have you participated in TOC? 1 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Chillaxin by the pool with some boat drinks, meeting new TOC'ers, and catching up with some friends I met last year in Boulder.

What is your connection to MS? My friend Leigh is living with the disease multiple sclerosis, and each and every day is a challenge for her and she is the reason I ride; to find a cure for her and others that dream of a day without the challenge of living with MS. What motivates you? My motivation for fundraising is that I know where the money is going, unlike many other charitable organizations, the MS society puts the most towards the cause which gives me the confidence to ask people for contributions because I can tell them where their money is going. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? S.O.B., because if the hills get tough it is not me that is struggling it is the bike, so I start yelling at it and I feel better. What is your favorite ride and why? The state park, because the feeling you get when you ride out is unlike any other, this year we were pumped how fast we got through, so we tried to stop and get beers, I had two first timers and wanted to celebrate, but we got done too quick and it was before noon on Sunday, So NO beers. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Nope, I sent out personal letters. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Well most people don't call any of them interesting, most of the time strangers say I am a little interesting but I know they mean weird. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Coke Machines What’s the last book you’ve read? Homicidal Humour Favorite way to spend a weekend: swimsuit and friends Favorite travel destination: Monaco - Monte Carlo Favorite sports team: Red Raider Football

Joshua Wheat Guest of TOC Qualifier: Michael Hurd Email Address: joshuawheat@yahoo.com Relationship with TOC Participant: Friend What city do you currently live in? Spring Hometown: Houston Occupation: Financial Advisor Employer: VALIC Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: Sam Houston State Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Team Standard Tube How many years have you participated in TOC? 0 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I am looking forward to getting to know all of the participants in this year's TOC. I am excited to be involved in this event and am looking forward to the ride. I appreciate this opportunity and am excited to meet everybody! What is your connection to MS? My team sponsor's wife suffers from MS as well as a dear friend of my family. I ride for them because they do not have the opportunity to. What motivates you? I am motivated by living my life to the fullest. I have been blessed with so many gifts in my life and to let those go to waste is not an option for me. I am driven to be the best that I can be in all areas of my life. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? My bike's nickname is the Blue Flame, she runs HOT so watch out! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? I have participated in almost all of the recomended rides this season leading up to the MS 150. I have ridden the Raven Ride, Magnolia Miles, Katy Ram Challenge, Education Expedition, Gran Fondo: Texas TMCO, and the Hotter than Hell 100. What is your favorite ride and why? My favorite ride would be the MS 150 of course! I enjoy the ride as well as the support and fellowship associated with it. I have had a great experience the past two years I have ridden. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I used Facebook to reach out to friends that I do not keep regular contact with. I also updated my status to show my efforts. I feel it was a great tool in order to help me meet my goal. Favorite way to spend a weekend: Enjoying my time outdoors with firends and family. Favorite travel destination: San Pedro, Belize Favorite sports team: THE DALLAS COWBOYS

Bob Ittner Guest Linda Ittner Email Address: bittner@texasgulfbank.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Midland Occupation: Banker Employer: Texas Gulf Bank Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: Nicole-36, Caroline – 26, Braxton – 25, Catherine – 23

Name of college you attended: UT Austin Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Gardere, Wynne How many years have you participated in TOC? 6 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Never been to Scottsdale and looking forward to

being with everyone-the MS staff and friends from riding in the MS 150. What is your connection to MS? I have several friends with MS/they are so appreciative of the efforts that are being made to find a cure! What motivates you? I am motivated by their appreciation and moved by the people who have supported me with donations...and it definitely causes me to get in better shape! Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Linda What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Many self sponsored. Bluebonnet Express. Tour de Pink. Camp for All. What is your favorite ride and why? The Camp for All is good one-not that I like hills but you have to have some. Worthwhile cause. Did not make the 300 Club ride in February this year but that is always a good one. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Archway Academy Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I played on the same Midland Little League team the Cubs with George W. Bush-not the father, very funny-he was the catcher and I was a pitcher. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Trying to reduce What’s the last book you’ve read? Autobiography of Eric Clapton Favorite way to spend a weekend: Get together with friends/try to knock out a few of the many things that I could do around the house. Favorite travel destination: Italy Favorite sports team: UT Basketball, Football and Baseball

Ernest Johnson Guest Susanne Johnson Email Address: EJohnson@pmrg.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Verdun France Occupation: Commercial Real Estate Employer: PM Realty Group Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: The 2010 BCS Champion Auburn University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Houstonian Hammerheads How many years have you participated in TOC? 6 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The "kick my ass" rides. What is your connection to MS? My wife has MS. What motivates you? Finding a cure and helping those impacted with MS What is your favorite ride and why? Armadillo Classic in Austin. Challenging terrain and simply beautiful country. Also great support. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I won a state poetry writing contest in high school. Which also happened to be the last poem I wrote. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? My wife would tell you bicycles.... What’s the last book you’ve read? The Art of Racing in the Rain Favorite way to spend a weekend: With friends on a bike, on the golf course or around a dinner table. Favorite sports team: College Football

Larry Knox Guest Sheri Knox Events in which you participate: BP MS150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Team SWN

Andrew Kogut Email Address: ajk1965@aol.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Miami, Fla Occupation: Self-employed Employer: Self Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: 14 Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Sam's Club, Frisco to Fort Worth, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio

Name of your bike team: Team Granite How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Renewing friendships from last years TOC and meeting new friends.. What motivates you? To be honest my main goal starting out was losing weight, but after falling into my 1st MS event I felt a connection to the people involved in the event and their passion to help other they have never met. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? "on your left" What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Name it and I was there, Bike Around the Bay, Hotter n Hell, Katy Flatland , Nasa , and many more... What is your favorite ride and why? Bike Around the Bay!! Loved the route and perfect size and great support. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Facebook the 1st 3 years accounted for 80% of my fundraising. Get them with guilt messages work well...if my friends can enjoy a new car, house or vacation they can easily find a way to donate to something more important! Favorite sports team? Tampa Bay Buccaneers

In 2010, South Central provided $455,000 to our vital network of MS Clinics, helping enhance health care for the 16,300 patients they serve.

William Roberts Guest of TOC Qualifier: Andy Kogut Email Address: wroberts5@mac.com Hometown: Houston City you currently live in: Houston Occupation & Employer: Terra Ventures, Inc Relationship with TOC Participant: Friend Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Rider If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Granite

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Riding in the desert with my best friend. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? In March of this year I had to undergo major surgery that turned into 5 weeks in the hospital with a total of three surgeries. I missed the MS150 and was so glad to know that my team mates supported me through my rough time in my recovery. I had lost 43 pounds during my stay and I have been able to regain my strength and weight in the past 10 weeks. I never imagined going through something so serious. I have a new out look on life and understand that life is what you make of it. I see things much differently and have committed myself to a better life. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I collect Watches and Leather bound books. What’s the last book you’ve read? Art of War Favorite way to spend a weekend: any Beach with White Sand Favorite travel destination: Playa Del Carmen Favorite sports team: Houston Rockets

Terry Krysl Email Address: tjkrysl@sbcglobal.net What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Rawlins, WY Occupation: Accounting Analyst Employer: Marathon Oil Company Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: U. of Wyoming, U. of St. Thomas (Houston) Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Team Marathon Oil

How many years have you participated in TOC? 0 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? relaxation and fun, learning how others fundraise What is your connection to MS? Relative: sister-in-law What motivates you? *the cause - sister-in-law with MS, *meeting those with MS - like Michael Reagan on the BPMS150 route, brother of a friend, *developing and maintaining friendships, *reaching goals, *the fun of being outdoors *maintaining health and fitness, *those who support me *having fun with all of it Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? It does now. Thunder. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Conoco-Phillips training series,

Continental Classic, Rolling Hills Challenges - Columbus, TX What is your favorite ride and why? Rolling Hills Challenge - scenic route and friendly volunteers Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Superstar Committee, BPMS150 ride marshals, Knights of Columbus Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? a bit...more for information sharing What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? come from big family - four brothers and two sisters Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? not really - girlfriends and some coins What’s the last book you’ve read? Hiking the Camino Favorite travel destination: anywhere in the Rocky Mountains Favorite sports team: Wyoming Cowboys

Richard Kuniansky Email Address: rkuniansky@gmail.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Atlanta Occupation: Attorney Employer: Self Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: Daughters 26 and 23 Name of college you attended: University of Georgia and Emory

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Kickin' Asphalt How many years have you participated in TOC? 12 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC: Comraderie and cycling--it doesn't get any better than that. What is your connection to MS?None What motivates you? Great way to raise money for worthwhile cause while at same time staying in shape. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Scott What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Too many to name What is your favorite ride and why? Several: Marble Falls, Leakey and Blanco. Love Texas countryside along with some good hills. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Used Facebook (but with little success). What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Was Federal Prosecutor assigned to Presidential Drug Task Force in Miami during "Miami Vice" days. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Beer Steins What’s the last book you’ve read? James Patterson novel Favorite way to spend a weekend: What else, riding in Texas countryside! Favorite travel destination: New Zealand Favorite sports team: Astro's (ashamed to admit)

Jeanne Southern Guest of TOC Qualifier: Richard Kuniansky Email Address: jsouthern@sbcglobal.net Hometown: Devine, TX City you currently live in: Houston, TX Name of college you attended: University of Texas at Austin Occupation & Employer: Physician; Avante Laser & Medispa Relationship with TOC Participant: friend Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: no, not yet What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing the beautiful scenery in Arizona.

What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I grew up on a farm, and my family had an outhouse until I was 6 years old. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I collect coffee cups from places I visit. What’s the last book you’ve read? Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Favorite way to spend a weekend: With my children. Favorite travel destination: New York City Favorite sports team: Texas Longhorns

George Laflin Email Address: glaflin@pageenergy.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: New Orleans Occupation: Energy Employer: Self Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 2 Name of college you attended: Univ of Tulsa, Harvard Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Houston Oaks How many years have you participated in TOC? 6 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? A fun relaxing time with great friends focused on eradicating MS. What is your connection to MS? My brother and two cousins are afflicted. What motivates you? The disease can be quite debilitating to those afflicted. So I want to do my part to eradicate the disease. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? It should because it has reliably gotten me where I am going for 6 years now. Maybe "Old Reliable". I sure would hate to see me from its perspective! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? None. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I used to be a private pilot and fly stunt planes. Favorite travel destination: Overseas

We also made it our job to help others with their jobs. The PlanningWise program provided a 90-day one-to-one consultation for financial planning, career coaching and more for those with MS who have recently lost or are at risk of losing employment or are considering a career change.

Joe Leone Email Address: txleone@earthlink.net What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Youngstown, Ohio Occupation: Vice President Employer: Shell Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 21 and 24 Name of college you attended: Caltech Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: ConocoPhillips How many years have you participated in TOC? 0 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Everything What is your connection to MS? I have friends with MS. What motivates you? Getting the most from myself and making things better for everyone. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? No. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? None What is your favorite ride and why? MS-150 (through the Parks) and the Chappell Hill training ride. I like the hills. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? The United Way Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? My closest sibling is 16 years older than me. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Sports memorabilia. What’s the last book you’ve read? Unbroken Favorite way to spend a weekend: Running and biking Favorite travel destination: Everywhere Favorite sports team: Astros and Saints

Alyce Levy Email Address: aglazer@swbell.net What city do you currently live in? Dallas Hometown: Shreveport Occupation: Designer, Mom Employer: Two small people Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 2 Name of college you attended: University of Kansas, Art Institute of D Events in which you participate: Bike MS: Sam's Club, Frisco to Fort Worth Name of your bike team: The Feisty Devils

How many years have you participated in TOC? 6 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? All the silliness, great ideas and inspiration. Remembering why we all work so hard. What is your connection to MS? I have been diagnosed with it. What motivates you? Visions of grandchildren. All the millions of things I have decided to do in this life. Ideas I hear. Getting to be a part of the MS150 and the people who surround it. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Her name is Ruby. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? No other organized rides this year. I kind of fell off the wagon when the ride was over! What is your favorite ride and why? Ours. Just such a labor of love. Really, the MS150 saved me from myself. I found out about the ride the night I was diagnosed.

Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Activities at the Greenhill School in Dallas, JCC Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I did, but didn't do the best job! I'm attempting to use wordpress to design a website for us, so i'm hoping for a better result. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I am really, really handy. My dad, Jay, gave me my own fancy drill and staple gun for my birthday! I tilled our 20 X 20 vegetable garden, to the amusement of the Bubbas at Home Depot, where I rented the tiller. I like to do things that make me feel strong. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Voodoo Dolls. For some reason, I think they're really cool. But they scare me a little, which may be part of the draw. Plus, Doug knows not to mess with me. Louisiana girls fight dirty. What’s the last book you’ve read? Soil Mates Favorite way to spend a weekend: Not being rushed. Somewhere I can wear jeans and a cute t-shirt. Working in my garden or biking is fabulous too. Laughing with or at my family and friends. Favorite travel destination: Colorado Favorite sports team: Sweeping Beauties and the Drama Queens

Doug Levy Guest of TOC Qualifier: Alyce Levy Email Address: doug@imc2.com Hometown: Dallas City you currently live in: Dallas Name of college you attended: Univ of PA Occupation & Employer: imc2 Relationship with TOC Participant: husband and errand boy Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150

Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Yes! If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: I'm co-captain of the best team! If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Feisty Devils What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing old friends and fellow NMSS devotees, (though I love my kids...) having some adult-only time, and enjoying some cooler weather (?!). What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I spent a summer working at the White House. I studied Swahili in college. I plan to learn to play a guitar but haven't started yet. I'm not very good at counting to one. What’s the last book you’ve read? Happiness Advantage Favorite way to spend a weekend: Being outside. With Alyce and our kids, Preferably a beautiful place like the ocean or the mountains. Favorite travel destination: I'm thinking Colorado right now! Favorite sports team: Go MAVS!!! Mark Livingston Guest Lisa Livingston What city do you currently live in? Houston Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Team Shell

William D (Bill) Malone Email Address: wdmalonejr@yahoo.com What city do you currently live in? The Woodlands Hometown: Youngstown, OH Occupation: Civil Engineer Employer: ExxonMobil Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 21, 18, 10 Name of college you attended: Utah, YSU, VA Tech, MIT, LSE

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: ExxonMobil Cycling Club How many years have you participated in TOC? 5 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Nice rides, time with Spouse and seeing sister while in Phoenix What is your connection to MS? Relative: Spouse of person with MS - My Wife Leona has been diagnosed with MS since 1987 What motivates you? My Family, My ties to US Military, Travel and Adventure Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? 928 What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Too many to mention but here are a few: Ride in the Woods, Hubmle Lions Ride, Ride for a Cure, Raven's Ride, Space Ride, Galveston Bay Ride, Blue Bonnett, 3 Peaks UK, Chang Mai to Laos, Windy City Century,Emerald Ilse Tour for Peace IRE, Ft. Williams Canal - Scotland What is your favorite ride and why? Chang Mai to Chang Rai Thailand - lots of beautiful trails and massive climbs with camping in native villages. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? United Way, Junior Achievment, USMA West Point Advisory Board, SACC, CoreNet Advisory Board, IFMA, NSPE, ASCE, Boy Scouts Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Facebook and MySpace What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Considered becoming a Priest Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Asian Art and Antiques What’s the last book you’ve read? James Paterson Favorite way to spend a weekend: Sports Favorite travel destination: Thailand Favorite sports team: Pittsburgh Steelers

Our recreational and wellness programs helped 550 families from around the region enjoy Family Fun Days at various baseball games, museums and amusement parks, while more than 1,600 individuals participated in our 2010 Social Programs.

Leona Malone Guest of TOC Qualifier: Bill Malone Email Address: malone_leona@yahoo.com Hometown: Youngstown, OH City you currently live in: The Woodlands, TX Name of college you attended: George Mason, Salem State, Cameron U Occupation & Employer: Teacher - Special Ed Relationship with TOC Participant: Wife Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Volunteer What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Relaxing What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I Bungy jumped from a 368ft bridge in Nanaimo BC into a river in 1999

Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Wind Chimes What’s the last book you’ve read? Kate Scarpetta Novels Favorite way to spend a weekend: With the Moon's travelling anywhere Favorite travel destination: Italy Favorite sports team: Cleveland Browns Gregory Marcarelli What city do you currently live in? Houston Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Conoco Phillips

Don McCormack Email Address: domdandy@yahoo.com What city do you currently live in? Midland Hometown: Ft. Worth Occupation: VP& CAO Employer: Concho Resources Marital Status: Married - Joy McCormack Number of children and their ages: Hannah (7), Ian (5), Evelyn (19 months) Name of college you attended: UT at Arlington Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Conoco Phillips How many years have you participated in TOC? 5

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? renewing the old friendships and making new ones What is your connection to MS? along the way I have made more and more MS connections. Through events like TOC and those that my wife and I host, I have heard many testimonials that inspire me to keep on raising the funds! What motivates you? People like Audrey Blank -- she may be challenged by MS, but it doesn't define her, and it sure doesn't slow her down. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? This year, I am riding 2 additional rides. I survived the Midland ride in July and will tackle the RIde to the River in October. Since moving to West Texas, my riding has dropped significantly. What is your favorite ride and why? MS 150 from Houston to Austin of course because of the great

things it accomplishs, La Grange, all the cow bell ringers in Fayetteville, the Bubble Bistro and my kids at the finish line screaming for me. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I used a little Facebook, but my main contributors are tried and true. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Although I am labeled a boring accountant, I enjoy gambling. Never done any permanent damage. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Dead Presidents What’s the last book you’ve read? Freakanomics Favorite way to spend a weekend: hanging with my family Favorite travel destination: Caribbean Favorite sports team: Dallas Cowboys

Joy McCormack Guest of TOC Qualifier: Don McCormack Email Address: mccormackjoy@hotmail.com Hometown: Austin (but I feel like Houston) City you currently live in: Midland Name of college you attended: Texas A&M (WHOOP) Occupation & Employer: McCormack Family - household manage Relationship with TOC Participant: Lucky wife and co-fundraiser Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: YES, 10 rides in 12 years

If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team of friends If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Conoco Phillips What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing all our "old" friends that we miss since we moved out West, and oh yeah - our 11th anniversary What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I'm pretty vocal, don't people really know me? Actually, I am very uncomfortable with silence. Seems strange because I actively seek it out! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I always bring my kids a book home from each travel destination. What’s the last book you’ve read? THe Big Rich Favorite way to spend a weekend: At home with my kids and dog Nicki, but sleeping late would be nice too! Favorite travel destination: Anywhere there is water Favorite sports team: Aggies

South Central hosted five camps and two MS getaways for 533 individuals in 2010, offering fun-filled retreats at accessible locations where everyone could enjoy activities, regardless of ability.

John G. Meador Jr. Guest Cheryl Meador Email Address: jmeador@a1sp.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Occupation: Real Estate/Construction Employer: Pinnacle Alliance Fund,INc/A-1 Construct Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: Mackenzie 18 (Baylor), Morgan 18 (Baylor), Mason 17 (Memorial High School), Montana 13 (Memorial Middle) Name of college you attended: Texas Tech University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Team Kickin Asphalt How many years have you participated in TOC? 8 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The chance to meet new TOC individuals, the chance to get away from home and spend sometime with my bride. What is your connection to MS? Several of my friends have MS and I look forward to raising money to help find a cure. What motivates you? My four kids. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Nope but it is getting old. Time for a upgrade. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? None What is your favorite ride and why? Bluebonnet Express Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Running three businesses doesn't give me alot of time to volunteer. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I would love to own my own vineyard in Napa Valley someday. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Fine Cabernets from California What’s the last book you’ve read? The Creature from Jekyll Island Favorite way to spend a weekend: Sleep late, Workout, Spend time with the kids, and have a nice dinner at Nino's Favorite travel destination: Colorado, California, France, Italy Favorite sports team: Texas Tech Red Raiders

Sophia Menyhert Email Address: jzm@mindspring.com What city do you currently live in? Austin Hometown: Atlanta Occupation: Student Employer: Austin Montessori School Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: going into grade seven Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Team St. Davids How many years have you participated in TOC? 0 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? spending time with my Dad in Arizona. And climbing Camelback Mountain What is your connection to MS? Relative: Child of person with MS (my mother) What motivates you? So my Mom stays healthy Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Friend What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Spokes 'N Spurs, Rosedale Ride,

Peddle through the Pines What is your favorite ride and why? Spokes 'N Spurs. Because it supports the Spirit Reins program for children with disabilities. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Austin Pets Alive. (animal rescue) Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? friends posted my link on Facebook. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I rode my first MS 150 when I was eight years old, on my own bike; never SAGed, never walked! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Pointed shoes I've worn out! What’s the last book you’ve read? The House of Dies Drear Favorite way to spend a weekend: Spending time with my family on a picnic with our wonderful dog Rainbow. Favorite travel destination: Paris, France Favorite sports team: UT Longhorns

Steve (Phred) Menyhert Guest of TOC Qualifier: Sophia Menyhert Email Address: jzm@mindspring.com Hometown: Cincinnati, OH City you currently live in: Austin, TX Name of college you attended: University of Cincinnati Occupation & Employer: Software Engineer/Thomson Reusters Relationship with TOC Participant: Father Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Yes, rider If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a

team or with friends: Yes If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Team St Davids What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I look forward to spending time with my daughter. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Books What’s the last book you’ve read? Memoirs of U.S. Grant Favorite way to spend a weekend: Woodworking and spending time with my family Favorite travel destination: Paris or Budapest

Gerald Merfish Email Address: gmerfish@merfish.com What city do you currently live in? West University Place Hometown: Houston Occupation: business executive Employer: merfish pipe & supply--pipe exchange Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 30 & 28 Name of college you attended: University of TEXAS Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Anadarko How many years have you participated in TOC? 12

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Spendiogn time with friends that share a common goal! What is your connection to MS? Just someone that cares! What motivates you? 2 things--When I think of people I know that have MS and their physical decline--

and that it is my obligation, regardless of what I am fortunate to achieve, to make this a better world Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Well I would say BEVO but then it is bright orange not burnt orange--so how is "rubber down"? I know it is silly and corny! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Many training rides and recently the JDRF ride in Burlington, VT What is your favorite ride and why? BP MS 150 -- one cannot even compare the majesty of any other bike ride as compared to the BP MS 150! The energy is everywhere and the focus on making a difference is eveident to all! Besides, I need new t-shirts each year! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Yes, I am very active in many general community and Jewish community activites. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Nope just good old snail mail letters and hard work! What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I am really fairly shy? Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Just an inch a year in the wrong places unfortuantley as I age! Favorite way to spend a weekend: Cycling! Favorite travel destination: Boulder, Africa and Israel Favorite sports team: Astros (in agony this year)

Sherry Merfish Guest of TOC Qualifier: Gerald Merfish Email Address: smerfish@gmail.com Hometown: San Antonio, Texas City you currently live in: Houston, Texas Name of college you attended: UT Austin, USC, U of H Law Occupation & Employer: Community volunteer Relationship with TOC Participant: Spouse

Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: No

Shane Merz Email Address: smerz@alum.mit.edu What city do you currently live in? Houston, TX Hometown: Norman, OK Occupation: Consultant Employer: MRE Consulting, Ltd. Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: Jake - 13 Name of college you attended: University of Oklahoma Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Team MRE How many years have you participated in TOC? 8 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The MS Society (Lonestar Chapter) - catching up with friends and family!

What is your connection to MS? Relative: Mother What motivates you? Memory of Mary Ann Merz What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Ironman Texas, Leadville 100 MTB What’s the last book you’ve read? The Long Walk Favorite travel destination: Banff, Canada Favorite sports team: OU Sooners

Michele Merz Guest of TOC Qualifier: Shane Merz Email Address: mmerz@merzcpa.com Hometown: McAlester, OK City you currently live in: Houston, TX Name of college you attended: University of Houston, Rice University Relationship with TOC Participant: spouse Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Yes If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Yes If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Team MRE Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? French pottery Favorite way to spend a weekend: running, cooking, hanging out with the family! Favorite travel destination: France

Patti Miller Email Address: pm2tall@comcast.net What city do you currently live in? Albuquerque, NM Hometown: Albuquerque, NM Occupation: Dental Hygienist Employer: Dr Cloud, DDS Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: University of New Mexico Name of your bike team: Women Riding Well How many years have you participated in TOC? 9

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Learning more about managing a large team. New ideas, Getting motivated for next year! What is your connection to MS? Relative: Sibling of person with MS, my sister, Angie What motivates you? So many other people know of others with MS and have thanked me for starting the team, having my personal page, asking them to volunteer, etc so that they could be a part of the fundraising without having to start a team of their own. My sister, watching her in pain, dealing with the never ending changes, knowing I have a body that works. She would LOVE to have to work hard at riding a bike...if only she could. I DO IT BECAUSE I CAN! Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Tina (after Tina Turner) If she can still rock the stage at her age, I can rock the pedals! Saw her in concert with one other singer after she and Ike split up. Awesome! She continued to work hard and get better over the years, I want to do the same! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Iron Horse (Colorado) Hillsboro (New Mexico) Las Cruces Time Trial (NM) Tierra del Sol (NM) Adoption Exchange (NM) Time Trials, State, Record Challenge (NM) What is your favorite ride and why? Racing Iron Horse. It was the fastest time I've ever had, but the hardest thing I've ever done mentally and physically. I had a friend riding with me, I couldn't have done it without her and the photo of my sister to remind me that she would love to be able to suffer like I was instead of the way she does. My best friend and I have ridden the IHR for 4 years. She was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer 2 yrs ago. She died 1 week before the IHR this yr. Our whole team rode with her photo on our bikes. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Our coach and I formed an all womens bike riding club, starting with 4 people and now we have over 100! I belong to a dance clubs locally

(Country and swing) and used to compete, judge and teach on a national dance circut for 20 years. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I have posted on Facebook, but mostly I use my personal page on the MS Website. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I was selected two different times to be Queen at a Mardi Gras event, complete with reathered and jeweled headpiece, shoulder harness and 20 ft train! Wow, so heavy and HUGE! Very exciting to be in the procession in the ballroom with all the other costumes. What’s the last book you’ve read? Water for Elephants Favorite way to spend a weekend: Away at a beach where I can snorkle! Favorite travel destination: New Zealand

Jim Mills Guest Robbin Mills Email Address: jmills@houstonian.com What city do you currently live in? Missouri City Hometown: Beaumont, TX Occupation: Hotel General Manager Employer: The Houstonian Hotel, Club and Spa Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 22, 17 Name of college you attended: The University of Texas

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Houstonian Hammerheads How many years have you participated in TOC? 4 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing old friends, meeting new ones What is your connection to MS? I several Friends with MS What motivates you? Helping others What’s the last book you’ve read? The Cassandra Compact Favorite way to spend a weekend: Riding, cooking, puttering around the house Favorite travel destination: a beach

Barb Minx Email Address: bfminx@aol.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Milwaukee, WI Occupation: Mom Employer: n/a Marital Status: Brook Number of children and their ages: Colin (13), Mckenzie (11) Name of college you attended: University of Milwaukee Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Kickin Asphalt How many years have you participated in TOC? 11 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Riding in a place I have not been What is your connection to MS? Several friends and now a family member have MS What motivates you? Friends and now a family member who have MS. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? No What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? None What is your favorite ride and why? The Montgomery Ride – Beautiful Terrain

Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Tony’s Prostate Cancer Research (TPCR). Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? NO Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? no What’s the last book you’ve read? The Girl with the Dragon Tatoo Favorite way to spend a weekend: With my Family Favorite travel destination: Africa Favorite sports team: Green Bay Packers Allison Stephan Guest of TOC Qualifier: Barb Minx Email Address: Allison@boernefamily.net Hometown: Houston Occupation & Employer: mom Relationship with TOC Participant: Friend Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: No What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Time Away Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? No Favorite way to spend a weekend: With Family and Friends Favorite travel destination: Anywhere

Steve Moskowitz Email Address: moskose@swbell.net What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Occupation: Facility Manager Employer: ConocoPhillps Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 31, 28, 22 Name of college you attended: Rice University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: ConocoPhillips How many years have you participated in TOC? 8 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Mostly, I'll be looking forward while on the bike... I'm also looking forward to seeing the usual great cast of characters, meeting the new TOC riders and riding and relaxing with a GREAT group for 4 days! What is your connection to MS? Many friends or friends of friends with MS and hundreds, no, make that thousands of wonderful riders dedicated to the cause of fighting MS. What motivates you? Sharp objects, mean dogs, my beautiful wife, friends in need and thousands of riders aligned around a common goal. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? My doesn't need a nickname - my name is on it four times - you have to see it to believe it! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Livestrong Challenge, Tour de Pink, Pedal Palacios, Independence Ride What is your favorite ride and why? BP MS150 - Three months of excellent training rides with a few thousand of my closest cycling buddies followed by two wonderful days riding to Austin with plenty of riders, support and fqamily/friends along for the weekend. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Int'l Facility Mgmt Association Brotherhood of Temple Emanu El

Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No - I use the direct email appeal and my patented Procrastinator Fee Program. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Like Sandy Koufax, I'm left handed, bat right handed and don't play baseball on Rosh Hashonnah or Yom Kippur. Like Lance Armstrong, I'm a Texas Cancer survivor missing some very sensitive anatomy. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Books, music and kisses from my wife! What’s the last book you’ve read? I mostly just read picture books... Favorite way to spend a weekend: #1 - With my family, #2 - BP MS150, #3 - Livestrong Challenge Favorite travel destination: Santa Monica/Los Angeles or Austin Favorite sports team: ConocoPhillips Bike Team Robbie Moskowitz Guest of TOC Qualifier: Stephen Moskowitz Email Address: robbiegm@aol.com Hometown: Houston, TX City you currently live in: Houston, TX Name of college you attended: University of Texas/Austin Occupation & Employer: Teacher/Alief Independent School Distric Relationship with TOC Participant: Wife Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Volunteer If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? ConocoPhillips Bike Club What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Visiting with all the wonderful people I have met over the past years. Also, seeing my sister who lives in Tempe. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? --In 1965 I saw the Beatles, live, in concert at the Sam Houston Coliseum. I won the ticket from a contest on the radio. I went by myself because I couldn't find anyone else to take the other ticket. (I was trying to win a different prize) --In the 4th grade I crashed on a friend's bike and had stitches in my chin. I didn't get on a bike again for over 50 years. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Comics that pertain to my life/family What’s the last book you’ve read? ROOM by Emma Donoghue Favorite way to spend a weekend: Visiting with family, Catching up on sleep and chilling at home, Snuggling with Stephen, when he is not out on a bike ride. Favorite travel destination: Los Angeles & Austin to see our children Favorite sports team: ConocoPhillips Sports Team

Michael E. Navolio Email Address: mike_navolio@swn.com What city do you currently live in? The Woodlands, TX Hometown: Libertyville, IL Occupation: Petroleum Seismologist Employer: Southwestern Energy Marital Status: Married Name of college you attended: University of California at Berkeley Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: SWN Riders How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Getting away What is your connection to MS? I have a Friend or Co-worker with MS What motivates you? Serving the Lord What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Bluebonnet Express

What is your favorite ride and why? BP MS 150: good exercise, energy, and fun Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Child Legacy, Aid Sudan, Compassion International Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Yes, Facebook What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I just climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania to raise funds for repairing broken water wells in Malawi, Africa. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? succulent plants What’s the last book you’ve read? Kissing Kilimanjaro Favorite way to spend a weekend: Exercise, dinner with Jennifer, and worshiping the Lord Favorite travel destination: Any place in Africa

Jennifer Navolio Guest of TOC Qualifier: Michael Navolio Email Address: menavolio2@comcast.net Hometown: Walnut Creek, California City you currently live in: The Woodlands, Texas Name of college you attended: University of California, Berkeley Occupation & Employer: Homemaker Relationship with TOC Participant: Spouse Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: No What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Going to a new place. Spending time with my husband.

What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I have owned a horse twice in my life and have been "horse crazy" since I was a little girl. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Yes,cat figurines What’s the last book you’ve read? The Hole in our Gospel Favorite way to spend a weekend: Dinner with friends, attending church Favorite travel destination: Africa Favorite sports team: None

Jonathan Novitsky Email Address: jonathan.novitsky@petrochina-usa.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Apalachin, NY Occupation: Vice President Employer: PetroChina International (America) Inc Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 0

Name of college you attended: University of Scranton Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Houstonian Hammerheads How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Riding in the desert What is your connection to MS? I have a Friend with MS What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? none What is your favorite ride and why? I dont really have a favorite ride. What I like is the quiet time a bike ride gives me to get my head around whatever issue(s) I am dealing with in daily life. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? The Brookwood Community Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No, I use email and good

old fashioned arm twisting! What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I am an avid fisherman. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I am a stamp collector. What’s the last book you’ve read? Tough Calls From The Corner Office Favorite way to spend a weekend: On our boat with friends Favorite travel destination: Any place near the water Favorite sports team: Texans

Karen Sachar Guest of TOC Qualifier: Jon Novitsky Email Address: ksachar@ksachar.com Hometown: St Louis, MO City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: UC Santa Barbara / UT Austin Occupation & Employer: Photographer Relationship with TOC Participant: Wife Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Volunteer

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Being with my husband. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I am funny... Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? my husband woud say "yes" What’s the last book you’ve read? Crazy, Sexy Diet Favorite way to spend a weekend: In the arms of my husband Favorite travel destination: Some place I have not been

Rachel Partridge Email Address: rachel.partridge@bp.com What city do you currently live in? Houston, Texas Hometown: Denver, Colorado Occupation: Reservoir Engineer Employer: BP Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: University of Texas at Austin

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Team BP How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I have never been to Arizona, so I am most looking forward to exploring a new city and state with a great group of people! What is your connection to MS? A good friend of my family has MS. What motivates you? I am motivated by a desire to help others, to succeed personally, and to get the most out of life. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? No nickname yet... I'll have to start thinking... What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Conoco Phillips Training Series, Tour de Donut, Tour de Pink, Bike for Mike, Columbus Rolling Hills Challenge What is your favorite ride and why? My favorite ride is the Houston-to-Austin MS 150, hands down - the energy along the route is just incredible! Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I used Facebook to reach out to friends and family and raise awareness of MS, the MS Society, and the MS 150. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I have a twin sister! What’s the last book you’ve read? "A Stolen Life", Jaycee Dugard

Favorite way to spend a weekend: I love to travel, so one of my favorite ways to spend a weekend is to hop on our motorcycle with my husband and take off, with no plan or agenda, and discover new places to explore. Favorite travel destination: Sailing the British Virgin Islands Favorite sports team: Denver Broncos

Stuart Partridge Guest of TOC Qualifier: Rachel Partridge Email Address: stuart.partridge@bp.com Hometown: Garmouth, Scotland City you currently live in: Houston, Texas Name of college you attended: Elgin College Occupation & Employer: Subsea Intervention Specialist, BP Relationship with TOC Participant: Husband Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Yes, as a rider If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team

If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Team BP What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I am most looking forward to meeting other people as passionate about cycling and fundraising for the MS Society as I am. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? In 2006, I hiked 100 miles across the Scottish Highlands to raise money for the United Leukodystrophy Foundation. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I am a photography buff and collect camera equipment. What’s the last book you’ve read? DOS For Dummies Favorite way to spend a weekend: My favorite way to spend a weekend is exploring the countryside by bike or motorcycle. Favorite travel destination: British Virgin Islands Favorite sports team: Celtic Football Club

Dorothy Paterson Guest Karen Nakfoor Email Address: dspaterson@comcast.net What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston (I'm a native, one of the few!) Occupation: retired geologist; Community Volunteer Employer: Chevron; Marathon Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 23 and 25 Name of college you attended: UT - Austin for Bachelors and Masters Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Marathon Oil

How many years have you participated in TOC? 10 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Spending time with my "pedal partner" Karen Nakfoor, and enjoying the most amazing reunion of incredible people! What is your connection to MS? I ride in honor of Karen, my 'pedal partner' and life-long friend who has boldly and gracefully battled MS for more than half her life. It gives me great pleasure to use my legs as the power behind giving Karen a sense of crossing the finish line. What motivates you? I wouldn't be able to ride the 180 miles without Karen's encouragement as my number one cheerleader - and her inspiration! When I rode my first year on Team Marathon in 2002

(thinking it was a one-time thing!), I nervously wondered if I could even do it at all. The incredible support from family and friends has been a major factor in motivating me to continue. It is addictive for me to see how such support 'lights up' Karen's life, making her feel so lifted up and celebrated. She is an incredible person who is much-loved by many - including ME!!!! This year, we surpassed the QUARTER-MILLION MARK in our fundraising!!!! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? ZERO! I had surgery in Feb. for a broken ankle. uggh! What is your favorite ride and why? Besides the MS 150 itself, the Tour de Pink ride at Prairie View A&M because of all the PINK out there! I tip my hat to Margaret Shelton who has given her time and talent as Ride Director extraordinaire since the first Tour de Pink in 2005! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Susan G. Komen for the Cure Pink Ribbons Project What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I travelled all over the world as a geologist for 21 years, THEN quit my job 10 years ago and travel all over the world as a volunteer (My husband says I am "UNgainfully employed"!) I serve as International Race Ambassador for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure breast cancer organization, expanding the Race for the Cure series globally and spreading the life-saving message that early detection truly saves lives. Most recently, the new ISRAEL Race in Jerusalem last October. What a joy it was for me serving along with Arza Funk, the perfect bridge for success in Israel!!! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? rock and sand samples from around the world, most recently from the Dead Sea (yes, extra baggage fees are worth having these samples!) What’s the last book you’ve read? UltraPrevention by Mark Hyman

Phil Pauzé Email Address: ppauze@comcast.net What city do you currently live in? The Woodlands, TX Hometown: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Occupation: Retired Marital Status: Linda Number of children and their ages: 46, 44, 43, 39 Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: ExxonMobil

How many years have you participated in TOC? 7 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Renewing friendships with a great group of people. What is your connection to MS? None What motivates you? I want to see a cure for MS found in my lifetime. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Gran Fondo: Texas TMCO and various recommended rides. What is your favorite ride and why? BP MS150. The callenge and fun experience. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Gran Fondo: Texas TMCO Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? In 1966, I crossed the equator on a Navy ship and went through the initiation to become a "Shellback". Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I collect memories. What’s the last book you’ve read? Scorpion of the Sea by Peter Deutermann Favorite way to spend a weekend: Ride a bike, watch my grand daughter play volleyball, hang out with my wife. Favorite travel destination: Wyoming Favorite sports team: Auburn University football team

Sylvia Perez What city do you currently live in? Houston, TX Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: ExxonMobil Cycling Team

Juan Pinzon Email Address: pinzonja@hotmail.com What city do you currently live in? Katy TX Hometown: Bogota, COLOMBIA Occupation: Drilling Engineering Team Leader Employer: OXY Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 2 Name of college you attended: Universidad de America Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: BP How many years have you participated in TOC? 8 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Share our histories and listen team members

efforts in raising funds to help the cause; enjoy the beauty of Arizona with my wife. What is your connection to MS? Relative: Sibling of person with MS What motivates you? The progress in research and new oral medications for MS patients. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? my FUJI What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Tour de Pink What is your favorite ride and why? Santa Fe, New Mexico; the weather and culture is fantastic! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Society of Petroleum Engineers, American Asociation of Drilling Engineers Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Yes, I got the opportunity to promote the 2011 MS150 Bike Tour and share my personal experience in this great event at: 1. Channel FOX 26, Interview at TV Show "Hola Houston" and 2. Mega 101 Latin Radio Station What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I play guitar and love dancing SALSA. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Good Memories on video/pictures What’s the last book you’ve read? "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho Favorite way to spend a weekend: BBQ & music, with the kids at the pool! Favorite travel destination: Greece Favorite sports team: Barcelona Club (Soccer Team Spain) Gloria Lazaro - Pinzon Guest of TOC Qualifier: Juan Pinzon Email Address: gloria_lazaro_03yahoo.com Hometown: Bogota Colombia City you currently live in: Katy TX Name of college you attended: Universidad Industrial de Santander Occupation & Employer: Production Efficiency Team Leader / BP Relationship with TOC Participant: Wife Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Fundraiser (Juan's Marketing Manager) What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Join Juan's commitment on his "movement" What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Love music (Michael Buble)

Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Michael Buble's CDs! What’s the last book you’ve read? Dynamic Communications... Favorite way to spend a weekend: Relaxing in the pool with my family Favorite travel destination: Italy Favorite sports team: My son's baseball team

Bob Pohl Email Address: bob@funoftx.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Occupation: Partner, General Manager Employer: Furnishings Unlimited Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 18 and 15 Name of college you attended: Sam Houston State University

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: ConocoPhillips How many years have you participated in TOC? 8 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing friends and having a good time. What is your connection to MS? Relative: My mother had MS. What motivates you? The memory of my mom and her struggles. I have friends that have MS and I want to help them with a cure or better science.? What is your favorite ride and why? Fayetteville; friendly place and beautiful scenery. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Sam Houston Business alumni, Delta tau Delta, Knights of Columbus and my neighborhood board of Directors. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Facebook; only as an information and updates on my rides and adventures. I think this is a great way to ask for donations without asking directly. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? That I was shy in elementary school. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? old books What’s the last book you’ve read? The Center must Hold, by Harry Turtledov Favorite way to spend a weekend: Dining out, a good bottle of wine and relax in the pool. Favorite travel destination: The Carribean Favorite sports team: Notre Dame Football

Eric Powell Email Address: espowell@att.net What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Tularosa, NM Occupation: Tax Attorney Employer: ExxonMobil Marital Status: Married Name of college you attended: New Mexico State University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: ExxonMobil Cycling Team How many years have you participated in TOC? 8

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Sharing good times with with fellow cyclist and people interested in finding a cure to MS. What is your connection to MS? Close friend has MS.

What motivates you? Since my first MS150 in 1998, there have been so many advances in the medical options for MS patients. This shows that what we do makes a HUGE difference. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? I help organize the Gran Fondo Texas TMCO, which supports not only the Texas Medical Center Orchestra but the NMSS. What is your favorite ride and why? Riding with friends that ride at my level, it is a great social activity. Favorite way to spend a weekend: Travelling. Favorite travel destination: Colorado and Arizona Favorite sports team: Astros (when they win!!)

Joe Powers Email Address: powers@powersbrown.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Austin Occupation: Architect Employer: Powers Brown Architecture Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 19 and 21 Name of college you attended: (Southwest) Texas State University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Houston Builders How many years have you participated in TOC? 1

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Cool bike ride and socializing with everyone. What is your connection to MS? I have acquaintances with family members with MS. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Tri-County Hill Hopper; Columbus Challenge What is your favorite ride and why? MS 150 Houston to Austin - It is the ride that got me into road biking and it is also a lot of fun in LaGrange and Austin; and all for a good cause to boot! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Architecture Center Foundation, Houston, American Institute of Architects, NAIOP; SIOR; ACRP; HOLBA, Houston Beekeepers Association, Houston Area Road Runners Association, Houston Masters Sports Association, Lakewood Yacht Club Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I like gardening. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Stories. Favorite way to spend a weekend: Hanging out at the house. Favorite travel destination: Italy Favorite sports team: Houston Dynamo

Chris Powers Guest of TOC Qualifier: Joe Powers Email Address: czinnpowers@gmail.com Hometown: Denver, CO City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: Univ. of Colorado and UT Occupation & Employer: graphic designer, The Jung Center Relationship with TOC Participant: Husband Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: rider and volunteer If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: yes

If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Houston Builders What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I am looking forward to meeting lots of great people! What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I am planning on - some day - getting certified to be a yoga teacher. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss Favorite way to spend a weekend: Traveling to Austin or Lubbock to see our boys. Favorite travel destination: Colorado Rocky Mountains Favorite sports team: Houston Dynamos

John Putnam Email Address: jputnam@pinoakinterests.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Occupation: Construction Manager Employer: Pin Oak Interests Marital Status: Married - Deborah Putnam Number of children and their ages: 23 & 25 Name of college you attended: Sam Houston State University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Gardere How many years have you participated in TOC? 4

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Would it be too much of a stretch to say "COOL WEATHER?" What is your connection to MS? Several aquaintances with MS. What motivates you? The strength I see in those who suffer from MS. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Tour de Pink, Tour de Houston and many of the supported rides leading up to the BP MS 150. What is your favorite ride and why? BP MS 150 --- the event is incredible & the effort is worth it. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Archway Academy Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? If its really interesting I do not want them to know, just keep them thinking. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? If one were to look in my garage the answer would be "junk". I tend to think of it as things I might need in the future & hope I can find it in my garage. What’s the last book you’ve read? Anything by James Patterson.... Favorite way to spend a weekend: Anywhere with my wife at my side, dogs under feet and my golf clubs close at hand.... Favorite travel destination: Colorado Favorite sports team: UT Football In a year as economically challenging and as difficult as 2010 was, South Central’s Financial Assistance Program was a lifeline for providing help to maintain personal health, safety and independence for people living with multiple sclerosis. When they had critical needs that could not be met through their own means or other community resources, 1,101 individuals and families living with MS turned to the Society and were served by this program through nearly $363,000 in financial assistance.

Lisa Rainey Email Address: blrainey2@sbcglobal.net What city do you currently live in? Houston, TX Hometown: Horton, MI Occupation: Communication and Process Leader Employer: Sysco Marital Status: Married - Bart Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: Michigan State University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Houstonian Hammerheads How many years have you participated in TOC? 4 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? A chance to get away and ride! What is your connection to MS? I have a Friend or Co-worker with MS What motivates you? The success of my team! Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? She doesn't have a nickname, but it is a girl bike. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Lots of riding in Houston, inside the city. What is your favorite ride and why? I love the Columbus Rolling Hills Challenge. Great route, great community and love the burgers at the finish! What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I have a really fun part-time job - I teach spinning four times a week at the Houstonian. Favorite way to spend a weekend: Cooking and watching movies. Favorite travel destination: California Favorite sports team: Any Michigan State team! Bart Rainey Guest of TOC Qualifier: Lisa Rainey Email Address: blrainey2@sbcglobal.net Hometown: Horton, MI City you currently live in: Houston, TX Name of college you attended: Michigan State University Occupation & Employer: Sentinel Trust Company Relationship with TOC Participant: Husband Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Rider If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Houstonian Hammerheads

In 2010, the South Central Scholarship Program supported a record 53 college scholarships for outstanding students in Texas and Louisiana, and 13 scholarships in Oklahoma and Arkansas. Thirty-one scholarships were renewed and 37 new scholarship applications were awarded, totaling $131,000. This program assisted families and individuals affected by MS by financially supporting educational goals, and, in turn, helped engage young people – including many up-and-coming doctors and researchers – in the ongoing work of the National MS Society.

Cherri Rapp Email Address: cherri@rapp-lcc.com What city do you currently live in? Cedar Park Hometown: Cedar Park Occupation: QuickBooks Consultant Employer: Self Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: Wayland Baptist & University of Texas Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: GLO

How many years have you participated in TOC? 10 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The people are the most fun on the TOC trip. I enjoy all of the MS personnel that run off the event, as well as meeting fun people that have raised so much money to help people with MS. What is your connection to MS? I didn't know anyone with MS when I started riding in the BPMS 150. I did it as a challenge to see if I could ride all of the way from Houston to Austin. Since then I have learned that I know people who have MS, that I never knew before. What motivates you? Competition Motives me, as well as helping other people. I played basketball and tennis in high school, went to college on a basketball scholarship, and was lucky enough to play on many United States basketball teams and travel over ther world. I love to compete, and once I learned I could raise money for MS with this ride, and always setting a goal, and working hard to meet it. This year I added a GOLF TOURNAMENT to my fun raising. Join me next year and play golf in Austin. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? No, but that is a good idea. I think I'll name it. Maybe after this trip, I'll have a name. Anyone want to suggest names? What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? For some reason this year, I didn't particiapte in any of the rides. I usually do a bunch of the training rides, but my schedule and my friends’ schedules didn't conincide and I don't like to ride along. I plan to do the Hotter'n Hell Hundred in August. What is your favorite ride and why? The BPMS 150 ride is my favorite by far, because of the people and the fun I have raising money. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? I am active with my QuickBooks Consulting, and belong to business groups related to that. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Yes, for the first time, but I didn't really have time to learn how to use it effectively. Maybe some of the people on the trip can help me. Next year I want to do a lot better job at this. I did get extra donations that I wouldn't have gotten had I not use Facebook. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? That I like photography, also old classic movies. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? No. I already have too much stuff in my house. I have collected lots of stuff from my parents and grandparents - and have old antiques things in my house that remind me of family. What’s the last book you’ve read? Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival Favorite way to spend a weekend: With friends and/or family - really doesn't matter what we are doing. Favorite travel destination: Italy Favorite sports team: No team really, I love to watch Golf More than 3,400 persons attended weekly assisted physical training sessions in our Dallas and Fort Worth offices. These sessions kept people moving with multiple one-hour small group personal training sessions.

Jan Rapp Guest of TOC Qualifier: Cherri Rapp Email Address: jsrht@sbcglobal.net Hometown: Estelline, Texas

Sylvia Rodriguez Guest Martin Rodriguez What city do you currently live in? San Antonio Name of bike Team: Valero Events in which you participate: 2010 Valero Alamo Ride to the River

Franelle Rogers Email Address: Frogers899@aol.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Beaumont, Texas Marital Status: Divorced Name of college you attended: University of Texas Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Hammerhead How many years have you participated in TOC? 9 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Having fun and to see friends. What motivates you? I enjoy serving others What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you?

I have written 5 songs. My passion is wine. And I love to share great bottles of wine. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Wine Favorite way to spend a weekend: Having a dinner party and drinking wine. Of course to have a great work out. On Sundays going to church at St. Martin's Favorite travel destination: Carmel cal. and Italy Favorite sports team: Texans

In 2010, nearly 2,700 individuals engaged their bodies, minds and spirits by taking part in 33 ongoing South Central wellness programs in yoga, Pilates, Tai-Chi, aquatics, physical training, therapeutic horseback riding and art therapy.

Michael S. Parmet Guest of TOC Qualifier: Franelle Rogers Email Address: mparmet@pcm-cpa.com Hometown: Kansas City City you currently live in: Bellaire, Texas Name of college you attended: Rice University Occupation & Employer: CPA - Parmet, Chapman & Madsen, P.C. Relationship with TOC Participant: Friend - fellow wine drinker Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer? I ride!! If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends? Team of friends! If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Houstonian

Hammerheads What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Scottsdale wonderfully arid climate, wonderful hills and daily camaraderie! Particularly looking forward to the evening socials (It’s a rowdy city, go to the Spotted Donkey!). Great biking town - ABC (Arizona Bike Club) are great friends to ride with! What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Even after 6 years on the TOC, I still have TOS (ton of secrets) and I've never slept with a Giraffe. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Wine, lots of wine. Good wine, too much wine, and we are now drinking it! What’s the last book you’ve read? Delivering Happiness Favorite way to spend a weekend? Biking, Dining with Friends with a great wine (not just going out to eat!) Finding a new avante garde restaurant that will let us bring a bottle in to match their great food. Favorite travel destination? Lake Lugano (Swiss/Italian border) Favorite sports team? Cubs (until the Astros field a team)

Mike Sailor Email Address: mike_sailor@adp.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: St. Louis, MO Occupation: Sales Employer: ADP Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 3 Name of college you attended: St. Lous U., Washington Univ.

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: N/A How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The bike ride and spending time with my wife. What is your connection to MS? Relative: Spouse of person with MS What motivates you? Faith in God. My family and friends. Making a difference in this one,short life we have on earth. Stretching myself physically. Learning and experiencing new things. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Old School (it's a 30 plus year old steel bike that's been rebuilt multiple times) What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? None What is your favorite ride and why? BP MS 150 Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I did not, but my wife leverged her Facebook page. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I have my pilot's license. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Nope. What’s the last book you’ve read? Unbroken

Favorite way to spend a weekend: Relaxing with my wife, doing yard work, and getting some exercise. Favorite travel destination: Ireland Favorite sports team: Football

Lisa Sailor Guest of TOC Qualifier: Mike Sailor Email Address: lisasailor626@gmail.com Hometown: Louisville, KY City you currently live in: Houston, TX Name of college you attended: Southest Missouri State Occupation & Employer: Reality TV Expert Relationship with TOC Participant: Spouse Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as

a rider or volunteer: Captain of the Cheerleading Squad If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: I ride a wheelchair instead of a bike What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? A drier climate! I also look forward to putting a face on MS and talking with those that ride just for the sake of riding a bike. I want them to see in a real and personal way what MS is about and how it has impacted my life. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I love to cook and wish I had become a chef. I've just become an Ambassador for the MS Society. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Crosses, I have a 100 hanging on a wall in our home and Santas, I have over 100 of those too. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Help, Digital Cameras for Dummies Favorite way to spend a weekend: Visiting one of our 3 grown children, a nice dinner, and pool parties in our backyard with family and friends. Favorite travel destination: Prague, Chech Republic and Rome, Italy Favorite sports team: Very Easy, St. Louis Cardinals

David Sambrooks Email Address: david.sambrooks@nfrenergy.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Los Angeles, CA Occupation: Engineer Employer: NFR Energy Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 25 and 28 Name of college you attended: U of Texas & U of Houston Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: BHP Billiton How many years have you participated in TOC? 3 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Riding in a new location What is your connection to MS? Trying to help What motivates you? working towards the end of MS Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Communities in Schools Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? nope Favorite way to spend a weekend? biking or fishing Favorite travel destination? no one favorite Favorite sports team? Astros

Lisa Sambrooks Guest of TOC Qualifier: David Sambrooks Email Address: lsambrooks@energyxxi.com Hometown: Houston City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: University of Houston Occupation & Employer: Engineering Technician, Energy XXI, Inc. Relationship with TOC Participant: married Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: no If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: no

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Great sightseeing and fun events What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Maybe that I was a tomboy growing up Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I'm too much of a neat freak to collect things that may clutter my house, but I do like to get a postcard from every place I travel to. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Decision Maker Favorite way to spend a weekend: Hanging out down at our bay house in Galveston Favorite travel destination: So far it's Bora Bora Favorite sports team: Houston Astros

Larry Sanders Email Address: larry.sanders@cggveritas.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Dexter, Iowa Occupation: CPA Employer: CGGVeritas Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 2 Name of college you attended: University of Houston Clear Lake

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio Name of your bike team: CGGVeritas How many years have you participated in TOC? 2 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Never been to Arizona. What is your connection to MS? I have a Friend or Co-worker with MS What motivates you? The ability to help charities. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? ConocoPhillips Cycling Series What is your favorite ride and why? Cat Spring - Rolling Hills and not too hard. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? TSCPA Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Facebook Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Junk What’s the last book you’ve read? Can't remember Favorite way to spend a weekend: With a cold beer in hand and good company. Favorite travel destination: Puerta Vallarta Favorite sports team: None

Kim Sanders Guest of TOC Qualifier: Larry Sanders Email Address:knacol35@yahoo.com Hometown: Palastine, Texas City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: Sam Houston State Occupation & Employer: GM's Assistant Relationship with TOC Participant: Spouse Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Volunteer If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? CGGVeritas What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Getting Away Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Shoes and Purses Favorite way to spend a weekend: Shopping Favorite travel destination: Bahams Favorite sports team: Jaguars

Christopher Shaw Email Address: cshaw@shawsystems.com What city do you currently live in? Katy Hometown: Houston Occupation: Operations Executive Employer: Shaw Systems Associates Marital status: Married Number of children and their ages: 10 and 7 Name of college you attended: University of Houston Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio

Name of your Bike Team: Shaw Systems Cycling How many years have you participated in TOC? 6 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The commeraderie that always exists on this trip! While there are some people from years' past that will not be there this year, there are also new attendees that will be fun to engage as well. The rides are always great but talking to and visiting with people on this trip that share my passion and desire to do something for their fellow man is what really motivates me! What is your connection to MS? I had no connection and couldn't tell you what MS was when I did my first Bike to the Beach MS 150. Now I know so many people who say thank you to me for my efforts but actually it is the other way around. THANK YOU for enriching and changing my life!!! What motivates you? I think at times we all wonder what life is all about and what our purpose is?, why we weren't born into different circumstances?, why we are so lucky?, why not me?,etc. While I don't have any of those answers, my motivation comes from an understanding that I am indeed very fortunate and that perhaps my real purpose is to help other people that can't quite help themselves. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? What!? :-) What is your favorite ride and why? All of them are. Riding is like life: It has its ups, its flats and downs and headwinds, crosswinds, tailwinds. It makes you reach for a higher gear and struggle to be better and then spin to take a breath and admire what's around. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No, but need to. I do worry that this gets overused though. I think we need to be mindful that multiple requests every week tend to make all of them get ignored. When you have several Facebook friends all involved (which we all do) it can fill the news feed quickly What's one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I can (could) play the bagpipes? Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Memories

Favorite way to spend a weekend? Wife, kids, bike, grill, tenderloin and a big fat cabernet. Favorite travel destination? Crested Butte, Colorado Favorite sports team? San Antonio Spurs

Alison Sparer Email Address: alison.sparer@gmail.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Las Vegas Occupation: Interior Designer Employer: Paradigm Design Group Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: University of Colorado at Boulder Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Consolidated Graphics How many years have you participated in TOC? 0

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I'm looking forward to meeting and networking with other top fundraisers and exploring Scottsdale! What is your connection to MS? I was diagnosed with MS in early December of 2009. What motivates you? I'm motivated by those with MS who are less fortunate than me. I'm determined to keep moving and raising money so that others can live life without limits. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? No, but maybe it should! Suggestions? What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? I participated in the Pedaling The Prairie in Hempstead and trained with the Conoco Phillips Bike Club. What is your favorite ride and why? I love/hate riding in Chappell Hill. It's such a challenege, but I always feel so accomplished once I've made it to the top of that massive climb. I also love riding in Fayetteville. Orsak's is a must! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? I am a member of Because We Can (Cyclists with MS) and I'm a committee member for Walk MS: Houston. I am also a part of NEWH, which is a networking organization for professionals involved in the hospitality design industry. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Yes, I used the Facebook app and I received multiple unsolicited donations because of it! What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? My middle name is Zee. Isn't that weird? What’s the last book you’ve read? The Scorch Trials Favorite way to spend a weekend: A nice bike ride or a good run, some much-needed sleep, and fun times with friends Favorite travel destination: Everywhere I haven't yet been! Favorite sports team: Anything Colorado or Houston related

In 2010, we also showed what good neighbors we are. South Central provided dynamic initiatives such as the Day of Service and Neighbor to Neighbor programs, engaging volunteers to help persons with MS with household chores, home maintenance and yard work.

Mark Stevens Guest Hailey Stevens Email Address: mstevens@houstonian.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Abilene TX Occupation: Hospitality Management Employer: The Houstonian Hotel, Club and Spa Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: Other...20 Name of college you attended: Abilene Christian University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Houstonian Hammerheads How many years have you participated in TOC? 3

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Opportunity to enjoy some fellowship with some wonderful people. What is your connection to MS? Supported the MS as a volunteer for 6 years and then finally accepted an invitation to ride. The day before my first MS150 ride, a very dear and good friend of mine called and said thanks for riding as he had been diagnosed with MS 6 weeks ago. What motivates you? For my own personal health and for Dwight Wood! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Bike For Mike, Tri Pearl Triathlon What is your favorite ride and why? MS150 Houston to Austin. It is just enjoyable to be on the rode with 13,000 others all in support of the same mission, having a good time, enjoying the outdoors Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Fellowship of Christian Athletes, The Periwinkle Foundation , Young Life Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Harley Davidson T-Shirts and Sports Memorabilia What’s the last book you’ve read? Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh Favorite way to spend a weekend: With my wife working out and then louging the afternoon away at our pool Favorite travel destination: Hawaii Favorite sports team: Dallas Cowboys

Pat Sullivan Guest Velesa Sullivan Email Address: pat.sullivan@nov.com What city do you currently live in? Katy Hometown: San Antonio Occupation: Product Line Director Employer: National Oilwell Varco Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 27/24 Name of college you attended: University of Texas Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: NOV How many years have you participated in TOC? 5 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? relaxing with my wife What is your connection to MS? I have a Friend or Co-worker with MS What is your favorite ride and why? River Road outside of New Braunfels Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Facebook What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I have a music collection that covers Hari Krishna to Led Zeppelin Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Beautiful wives. Only found one so far!

What’s the last book you’ve read? Has to be a movie. Favorite way to spend a weekend: Playing Frisbee with my friends and Honky Tonkin Favorite travel destination: Jasper National Park Alberta Canada Favorite sports team: Edmonton Oilers

David Tumino Email Address: dtumino@hal-pc.org What city do you currently live in? Katy TX Hometown: Bethpage NY Occupation: Petroleum Engineer Employer: Anadarko Petroleum Corporation Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 1 Name of college you attended: United States Air Force Academy Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio

Name of your bike team: BAMS [Band Against MS] How many years have you participated in TOC? 1 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? the camaraderie What is your connection to MS? I have a friend with MS What motivates you? the ability to make a positive difference. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? various organized group rides, weekend rides with friends, riding solo What is your favorite ride and why? the one with good road surface, great scenery, cool weather, no wind/rain... no flats. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Habitat for Humanity, Ready When the Time Comes, Society of Petroleum Engineers, other Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? just email What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I am originally from the planet Krypton. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Memories What’s the last book you’ve read? The Pillars of the Earth Favorite way to spend a weekend: With my wife Kelly and son Logan. Fishing, golfing, photographing Favorite travel destination: just about anywhere

JD Villaseňor Email Address: jd.villasenor@gmail.com What city do you currently live in? The Woodlands Hometown: The Woodlands Occupation: Sales Employer: Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Marital Status: Married - Rhonda Number of children and their ages: 7,4,2,newborn Name of college you attended: Texas A&M Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Donate a Smile

How many years have you participated in TOC? 1 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Meeting more folks that are committed to helping find a cure for MS What is your connection to MS? Relative: Child of person with MS, brother of person with MS

Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? POS on the hills and Betsy Lou on the flats What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Katy Ram Challenge, Continental Ride, Blubonnet ride What is your favorite ride and why? MS 150 Houston to Austin, just a giant party for a great cause Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Yes, Facebook. Not very successful What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Not very interesting Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Children, I have 4 boys What’s the last book you’ve read? Whitefeather Favorite way to spend a weekend: Working around the house or out playing with the boys Favorite travel destination: Europe Favorite sports team: Aggies

Stephen Martin Guest of TOC Qualifier: JD Villasenor Email Address: stephen.c.martin@shell.com Hometown: Spring City you currently live in: The Woodlands Name of college you attended: Texas A&M Occupation & Employer: Shell Oil Products US Relationship with TOC Participant: Friend

Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: No, but I will starting in 2012 If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: friends What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing the scenery and meeting a lot of new people. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I've been to Disney World with my kids for the last 5 years. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I'm a borderline hoarder but nothing official. I used to actively collect Baseball cards, but haven't done that in over 10 years. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Carrot Principle Favorite way to spend a weekend: Relaxing, swimming with the kids or playing a round of golf. Favorite travel destination: Disney World Favorite sports team: Houston Astros

Lisa Williams Guest Arthur Williams Email Address: lwilliams@dow.com What city do you currently live in? Houston, TX Hometown: Houston, TX Occupation: Planning Leader Employer: Dow Chemical Marital Status: Married, Arthur Williams Number of children and their ages: 13 Name of college you attended: Prairie View A&M University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: Team Dow How many years have you participated in TOC? 1 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Meeting other TOC attendees and sharing experiences.

What is your connection to MS? I am the team captain for Dow and have been affiliated with the team for 10 years. What motivates you? Seeing riders with MS, seeing supporters with MS, and recognizing in the face of their courage and spirit I could never dream of complaining about my life. I know that our efforts are making a difference in their lives. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? No. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? None. What is your favorite ride and why? The Houston to Austin is the only ride I've done so far, and am excited about trying new rides this year and in 2012. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Yes. Delta Simga Theta Public Service Sorority, Inc. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Yes, absolutely! I primarily use Facebook to connect with friends from past and present all over the world. This year, my largest donations came from supporters in Horgen, Switzerland and Mumbai, India. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I LOVE ALL THINGS FOOD, WINE, AND SPAS! Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? No. What’s the last book you’ve read? The New Supply Chain Agenda Favorite way to spend a weekend: Anywhere with my husband. :) Favorite travel destination: Beaches and Spas! Favorite sports team: None

Brian P. Wing Guest Shane Marchand Email Address: brian.wing@poweradvocate.com What city do you currently live in? The Woodlands Hometown: The Woodlands Occupation: Business Development Employer: PowerAdvocate Marital status: Married Number of children and their ages: 3 Name of college you attended: Univ. of Colorado; Rice Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your Bike Team: Donate a Smile How many years have you participated in TOC? 1

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Trying out my new bike! What is your connection to MS? I have friends of the family with MS. What motivates you? The people along the ride are amazing. Seeing them hold the signs is pretty darn inspiring. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? The Impaler Are you active in any other organizations? MD Anderson, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? yes......Facebook for fundraising. Told people I would keep them up to speed on Twitter as the ride went on. What's one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I used to be in good shape. What's the last book you've read? Decision Points Favorite way to spend a weekend? watching football with my sons Favorite travel destination? Aspen, Co Favorite sports team? NY Football Giants!!!!

Pieter Wybro Email Address: pieter.wybro@gmail.com What city do you currently live in? Katy, Texas Occupation: Retired Marital Status: married - Barbara Number of children and their ages: 29, 31 Name of college you attended: University of Virginia, University of Ha Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin

Name of your bike team: ExxonMobil How many years have you participated in TOC? 1 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I look forward to meeting with other like-minded people and to do some bike riding in a new and unfamiliar territory, and to experience Scottsdale for the first time. What is your connection to MS? I have friends with MS. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? no nickname What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? I participate in many one-day rides in the Houston area. The last one was the Katy Flatlands in July. What is your favorite ride and why? MS150 Houston to Austin. I have done this 4 times, and I enjoy everything about the ride. First is that it motivates me to train hard, and the overnight in Lagrange is neat experience that I always look most forward to. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? No, just word of mouth and email. Favorite way to spend a weekend: As I am retired, my "weekend" is seven days per week, and I do things that I enjoy: travel, sailing, biking, skiing, being outdoors and with my family and friends. Favorite travel destination: Croatia Barbara Montagnino Guest of TOC Qualifier: Pieter Wybro Email Address: bmontagnino@gmail.com Hometown: Baton Rouge City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: Northeast Louisiana University Occupation & Employer: R.N.-TX Children's Hospital Relationship with TOC Participant: wife Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: no What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Spending time relaxing in Scottsdale and socializing with my husband and other MS 150 riders/guests. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I have traveled to a number of foreign countries as a surgical nurse with a non-profit volunteer organization- IVUmed. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Brass bells. I have a collection of over 120 bells --many are from foreign countries. What’s the last book you’ve read? Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand Favorite way to spend a weekend: Entertaining friends and family in our home or on our sailboat. Favorite travel destination: New Zealand Favorite sports team: don't have one More than 100 Self-Help Groups connected regional residents with others in welcoming environments. To meet the various physical needs of their attendees, these informative support groups were available in-person, online and by phone.

Ellen Yarrell Email Address: ellen@eayatty.com What city do you currently live in? Bellaire, Texas Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas Occupation: lawyer Employer: self Marital Status: Divorced Number of children and their ages: Tom 31 and Emily 28 Name of college you attended: Tulane, UT Austin, UT Austin- law Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Bike Barn How many years have you participated in TOC? 5

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing good friends, enjoying Arizona, cycling in the desert. What is your connection to MS? 2011 was my tenth Houston to Austin ride; my total fundraising is in excess of $100,000.00. What motivates you? Helping others that cannot always help themselves. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Red Hot Momma What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Just Houston/Austin What is your favorite ride and why? I love being outside riding anywhere when the weather cooperates and the traffic behaves! Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Many State and Houston Bar activities Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? only email What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I have climbed Mount Kilimanjara 19,340 feet; Grand Paradiso,tallest mountin in Italy; Mount Rainier,over 14,000 feet; Mt Whitney in California, tallest mountin in the lower 48; and Mount Elbert 14,450 ft. tallest mountin in Colorado. What’s the last book you’ve read? Forget Me Not by Jennifer Lowe-Ankar Favorite way to spend a weekend: Running, riding, hiking--just being outside- Favorite travel destination: Out of Houston! Favorite sports team: really don't have one Joan Bremner Guest of TOC Qualifier: Ellen Yarrell Email Address: joan@trifecta-properties.com Hometown: Naperville City you currently live in: Houston Name of college you attended: Texas Tech Occupation & Employer: Realtor; Trifecta Properties Relationship with TOC Participant: Friend Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as a rider or volunteer: Rider If you are a cyclist in one of our events, do you ride on a team or with friends: Team If you are on a team, what is the name of your team? Bike Barn What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Spending time with girlfriends in beautiful Arizona What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Nothing Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Yes - Children - Currently, I have 4 What’s the last book you’ve read? The Secret Knowledge Favorite way to spend a weekend: Time outdoors; Grilling out with friends Favorite travel destination: San Francisco/Napa Favorite sports team: Any team my kids are on

Karla Zielke Email Address: karla.zielek@ihs.com What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Lake Jackson, TX Occupation: Sales Consultant Employer: IHS Inc. Marital Status: Widowed Number of children and their ages: 15 month old yellow lab! Name of college you attended: Texas A&M Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Kickin' Asphalt

How many years have you participated in TOC? 3 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? I like spending time with other top fundraisers whose passion and commitment inspire and touch me. Every year I have enlarged my circle of friends and I always end up with a fun group. I'm looking forward to seeing what this year brings! What is your connection to MS? I have MS, I was diagnosed 3 months after I signed up for my 1st MS 150. I'm also in a clinical trial and benefiting from MS research. What motivates you? I am motivated by seeing how the MS Society and the funds we help raise impact the MS community. I never tire of hearing about the statistics and the outstanding achievements our Chapter is responsible for. I'm happy to be a part of the driving force to create a world free of MS. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? Surprisingly, no. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? The Gator Ride, Continental Classic, Tri County Hill Hopper, Bluebonnet Express, Gran Fondo, RAGBRAI, Hotter 'n Hell Hundred. What is your favorite ride and why? Hmmm... Gator Ride because of the ride across the Fred Hartman bridge. But also the Bluebonnet Express because it's my gut check ride to see if I'm ready for the MS 150. And the HHH metric century through the Air Force base is pretty cool. Then there's RAGBRAI... Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Because We Can - a group of active cyclist who have MS., Caring Critters - providing Animal Assisted Therapy to clients in medical and long term care facilities., Dock Dogs - an outlet for my young lab's energy! Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? I used Facebook to post my progress and make others aware of my MS diagnosis. I updated my status with events, training rides and goofy pictures to keep everyone engaged. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I love photography and in my fantasy world I am a nature photographer for National Geographic. My favorites are macro photography (extreme cloe-ups of bugs!) and astro-photography. I'm just getting into astro-photography and can't wait to see what I can do. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Heart shaped rocks and cobalt blue glass. I rarely come home from a trip without a rock in my pocket. What’s the last book you’ve read? Saving Max Favorite way to spend a weekend: Either conquering an adventure or sleeping all weekend on the sofa! One can only have so many adventures before you must hibernate and recharge. Favorite travel destination: anywhere I can explore Favorite sports team: Dallas Cowboys (don't be a hater!) Through the Society’s Information and Resource Center, we served more than 5,000 members and generated nearly 12,000 interactions, providing immediate professional assistance for up-to-date information about MS, programs and referrals to local community resources.

Staff Brenda Buchanan Email Address: brenda.buchanan@nmss.org What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Occupation: Non-Profit Employer: National MS Society Marital Status: Engaged Number of children and their ages: 1 year old Name of college you attended: University Of Houston Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin Name of your bike team: Staff How many years have you participated in TOC? 8

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Collaborating with our top fundaisers and finding out how else we can support them as we work together to find a cure for multiple sclerosis! What is your connection to MS? Sister-in-law has MS What motivates you? Seeing what I do helping make difference in people's lives. What’s the last book you’ve read? Kids books, parenting magazine, etc. Favorite way to spend a weekend: Spending time at home with my beautiful daughter and her daddy! Favorite travel destination: Sunny and warm destinations

Kelli Dreiling Email Address: kelli.dreiling@nmss.org What city do you currently live in? The Woodlands, Texas Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio Occupation: Vice President, Houston Development Employer: National MS Society Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: Dylan, 9 and Alison, 4 Name of college you attended: The Ohio State University

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin How many years have you participated in TOC? 8 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Seeing old friends, making new acquaintances, and enjoying camaraderie with all the fabulous people who support the MS movement. What is your connection to MS? Working at the Society has given me the opportunity to meet many wonderful people who live with MS. In 2000, my sister was diagnosed with MS but thankfully she's doing very well. I do not believe in coincidences; there is a purpose for everything. What motivates you? Ever since I was a little girl I have wanted to figure out my purpose and make a difference. As an adult, I've figured out that I am just a piece of clay on a potter's wheel, being molded and shaped every day. Sometimes I get inpatient and I want to get off and do my own thing. It's not easy to sit still and be molded. I've learned that it's not about pleasing myself or pleasing others that counts. I desire to be motivated to serve others. Does your bike have a nickname? If so, what is it? In 1999, someone walked into the Society office and donated an unusual hybrid bike to me called "the Hop." I rode that bike to Austin in 2004 and turned lots of heads! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? NONE! What is your favorite ride and why? The Houston to Austin ride is TBDBRITL. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? I support and pray for children living at Casa Aleluya in Guatemala. www.casaontherock.org Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? Last year my social media network consisted of Sylvia Perez who helped me reach my goal of $1,000 for Walk MS presented

by KBR! The staff team is called Team in Motion and Cammy Lopez Hazim is the Walk Manager. Our goal is to grow the Houston area walks so that we're the biggest walk in Texas! We've got our sites on you, Dallas Walk MS! :) What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? My father was a public servant and proudly served as the Mayor of Englewood, Ohio, a small town outside of Dayton in the mid-70's. He performed several weddings in our living room as my sisters and I giggled in the other room. I wore a styrofoam hat that said "Boltz for Mayor" on his election campaign trail as I strolled the neighborhood with him. Every year he had a party on New Year's Day where he served homemade ribs and kraut with mashed potatoes, a tradition I plan to continue in his honor. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? I'm helping my son collect bottle caps (mostly Blue Moon, Shiner, and St. Arnold's root beer). What’s the last book you’ve read? The Shack Favorite way to spend a weekend: watching college football, laughing with my kids, spending time outdoors, going to church, and taking a nap on Sunday afternoon. Favorite travel destination: Spain, Colorado, Guatemala, Ohio Favorite sports team: The Buckeyes and the Reds

Clarissa Horner Email Address: sc_toc@nmss.org What city do you currently live in? Austin, TX Hometown: Dallas, TX Occupation: Partner, Event Planner Employer: Two Chic Event Productions Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: Our baby girl is due 12/30/11 Name of college you attended: The University of Texas at Austin How many years have you participated in TOC? 3 What is your connection to MS? My best friend’s dad has MS, and since I’ve been planning the TOC trip, I’ve met many amazing people with MS. What motivates you? Doing for others, my family, my friends and my faith

Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? Austin Humane Society Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Sounds old fashioned, but I’ve started collecting vintage tea cups -- my grandmother had a collection as well. Other than that, I don’t really care for nick nacky things (clutter). What’s the last book you’ve read? The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and The Painted House Favorite way to spend a weekend: Spending time with friends and family, gardening, spending time outdoors, going to concerts, going to the lake Favorite travel destination: Spending relaxing weekends at Lake LBJ. I’d love to visit Italy for our next big trip. Favorite sports team: The UT Longhorns and the Dallas Cowboys

Taylor Mallia Email Address: taylor.mallia@nmss.org Hometown: Houston Occupation/Employer: National MS Society Name of college you attended: Texas A&M University How many years have you participated in TOC? 3

Barb Metyko Email Address: Barbara.Metyko@nmss.org

Employer: National MS Society

Mark Neagli Email Address: mark.neagli@nmss.org What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Bellaire Occupation: Regional Executive Vice President Employer: National MS Society Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: Robert 30, Taylor 25, Kaitlyn 24, Cameron 19 and Connor 18 Name of college you attended: Stephen F. Austin Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Sam's Club, Frisco to Fort Worth, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio, Bike MS: Louisiana

How many years have you participated in TOC? 12 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Spending quality time with great people and continuing to build friendships. What is your connection to MS? No direct connections to MS but have many firends living with MS. I have volunteered or worked for the National MS Society for over 25 years. What motivates you? Being with people that want to help others. What other non MS rides have you participated in this year? Good Old Summertime Classic in Fayettville, Katy Flatlands What’s the last book you’ve read? Ray Miller's Houston Favorite way to spend a weekend: Relaxing with the family, catching up with friends, working out and riding. Favorite travel destination: Almost anywhere

Tony Ralf Email: tony.ralf@nmss.org Hometown: San Antonio, Texas Occupation: Vice President, Development, Lone Star/ Rio Grande Employer: National MS Society Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Sam's Club, Frisco to Fort Worth, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio

Lisa Dannenbaum-Shaw Email Address: lisa.shaw@nmss.org What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Houston Occupation: Teams Manager Employer: NMSS Marital Status: Married Number of children and their ages: 2 Name of college you attended: UofH Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio Name of your bike team: BP MS 150 How many years have you participated in TOC? 4

What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Visiting with everyone! What is your connection to MS? I first got involved for the challenge and stayed because of the wonderful people. What motivates you? Wanting to make a difference! What other non MS rides have you participated in this year?, Texas State Time Trial, Gruene Time Trial, Frost Bite 55 What is your favorite ride and why? Texas State Time Trial is my favorite ride because I can clear my head and I do my personal best. Did you use social media in your fundraising efforts this year? If so, how? YES! Facebook What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I have 6 other siblings (all very close) and I am a certified Firefighter. Favorite way to spend a weekend: On a bike, boat or in the pool with family and friends. Favorite travel destination: Any where with water Favorite sports team: San Antonio Spurs!!!

Frank Timmons Email Address: frank.timmons@nmss.org Guest of TOC Qualifier: NMSS Staff Hometown: Oklahoma City, OK City you currently live in: Sanger, Tx Name of college you attended: Baylor University Occupation & Employer: National MS Society Relationship with TOC Participant: MS Society Staff Do you also participate in the Bike MS or MS150 Bike Rides as

a rider or volunteer: MS Society Staff What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? Forming deeper relationships with our top Bike Fundraisers. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? Lived in Montana and raised Buffalo. Also rode my Harley to TOC from Dallas. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Harley Davidsons What’s the last book you’ve read? Bible Favorite way to spend a weekend: Riding my Harley Favorite travel destination: Southeast Asia Favorite sports team: Oklahoma Sooners

Nicole Townley Email Address: nicole.townley@nmss.org What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Lubbock Occupation: Development Employer: National MS Society Name of college you attended: Texas A&M University Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin, Bike MS: Sam's Club, Frisco to Fort Worth, Bike MS: Valero Alamo Ride to the River, San Antonio, Bike MS: Louisiana

What motivates you? I work with an amazing group of people that all have the same mission and work together as a team towards reaching our goal of a cure for MS. Are you active in any other organizations? If so, which ones? For A Day What’s the last book you’ve read? Freedom Favorite way to spend a weekend: Spending time with friends and family Favorite travel destination: Italy! Favorite sports team: Aggies

Barry Turner Email Address: barry.turner@nmss.org What city do you currently live in? Houston Hometown: Jasper, TX Occupation: Development Director Employer: National MS Society Marital Status: Single Number of children and their ages: 0 Name of college you attended: Stephen F. Austin State University

Events in which you participate: BP MS 150, Houston to Austin How many years have you participated in TOC? 10 What are you most looking forward to on this TOC? The air conditioning and time in the pool! Seriously, and as with all previous TOC events, I'm looking forward to spending quality time w/ old friends and making new ones. What is your connection to MS? I began my experience w/ the event as an Official Bike Store employee in 1994, became a participant in 1996 and have been a NMSS employee since January of 2000. I also have a cousin by marriage with MS. What motivates you? The opportunity I have on a daily basis to make a real difference and a positive impact in the life of an individual and family affected by MS. Does your bike have a nickname? No, but my bike has a nickname for me, it's Howdy Stranger. What is your favorite ride and why? The BP MS 150 because I feel fortunate to be part of such a world class event and because we're blessed to have such a great team of support event partners from all areas of the community. What’s one interesting thing most people might not know about you? I would like to own my own business one day. I'm not exactly sure what type of business it would be at this point but I know I want to experience the adventure of business ownership. Are you a collector of anything? If so, what? Matchbooks from restaurants, bars and other places of interest. Knowledge of wines, especially red wines. What’s the last book you’ve read? The Abs Diet Favorite way to spend a weekend: Visiting w/ family and friends, exercising, enjoying good food and wine, taking in a good drama or comedy, listening to live music, taking a roadtrip, going to Sunday school and church, being outdoors, going to the beach or lake. Favorite travel destination: Southern California Favorite sports team: Dallas Cowboys

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