Patty Nilsen
President + Merchandise Director
Patty founded this team. Her childhood nickname “Petunia” found its way into Petunia Mafia. As a professional designer, Patty creates each and every year’s kits and accessories.
Valerie Elliott
Ride + Team Snap Director
Leading blue road and gravel rides for the past two years, Valerie empowers women to reach their potential both on and off the bike.
Kyla Claudell
Sponsor + Happiness Director
If you haven't met Kyla yet, you'll get to soon! She's our hostess with the most-est organizing all our Petunia events.
Michelle Dickson
Treasure + Office Director
Michelle keeps the rubber side down as our greenie leader queen and is now helping keep our books upright and oh-so-organized.
Kristen Ditsch
Marketing Director
A lover of pastry shop rides and the camaraderie of riding with Petunias, Kristen joins our board to lead all things marketing!
Ride Captains
Ride Captains help coordinate and support our amazing ride leaders and rides, Petunia Mafia trips, and beyond.
Caitie Sweeney
Road + Gravel Captain
Caitie is dedicated to inspiring cyclists of every skill level to enjoy the thrill of biking, whether it's leisurely happy hour rides or challenging epic adventures and races.
Liz Russell
Mountain Bike Captain
Elizabeth rides all the bikes - road, gravel, fat and mountain, but riding the trails by mountain bike is her favorite!
Romy Purshouse
Cross Boss
Romy leads rides on road and gravel, but found a new love in cyclocross. After a state championship in 2024, she is excited to lead cyclocross rides and clinics!
Sara Bates
Zwift Boss
Sara leads road, gravel, and mountain bike rides, but during the winter, you're more likely to find her in her basement on the trainer. She organizes Zwift meetup rides and helps Petunias stay connected during the off season.