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Pedego Appoints Brian Stech as Chief Executive Officer

Pedego, an award-winning brand and the largest chain of electric bike stores in North America, announced the appointment of Brian Stech as its new Chief Executive Officer. Stech joins the company with over 20 years of leadership experience in the consumer electronics, mobile, gaming and consumer packaged goods industries with successful global consumer companies such as Vinci Brands, Incipio Group, ZAGG Inc, SteelSeries, Motorola, Mobility Electronics and Ralston Purina Company. 

Most recently, Stech served as CEO of Vinci Brands, a global leader in consumer tech protection, carry and power solutions, where he led the transformation of the business while growing distribution, share of voice, sell-through and market share. Prior to Vinci Brands, Stech served as CEO of Incipio Group, President of ZAGG Inc, and President of SteelSeries, a pioneer in esports and leading manufacturer of gaming peripherals and accessories.

“Growth in the electric bike and micromobility space has been remarkable, and I am thrilled to be joining a pioneer of the industry,” said Stech. “I’m inspired by Pedego’s loyal following and deep relationships with consumers and local communities, made possible by providing differentiated products with an exceptional brand and service experience through their impressive footprint of locally owned stores. I am ecstatic to join Pedego during this exciting time to work with our incredibly talented team, partners, and board to maximize the massive opportunity in front of us,” said Stech. 

Stech is taking over the company’s leadership from Pedego’s co-founder, Don DiCostanzo, who decided to retire from day-to-day responsibilities after 15 years as CEO. “I have spent more than 15 years building Pedego from the ground up and it is time for me to take a step back and make way for the brand to flourish in the next step in its journey. I believe Brian is the perfect person for the job, with his decades of leadership experience across various consumer businesses, and I’m delighted to hand the baton to him. I am grateful for my partners at Verlinvest and the outstanding Board we have assembled. While I’m looking forward to spending time on other projects, I will continue to serve on the Board and support Brian in our collective mission to be the best e-bike brand in the world.” 

Verlinvest Senior Advisor, and member of Pedego’s Board of Directors, Marc-David Bismuth added: “we want to thank Don for all he has done to build Pedego into the outstanding business that it is today, and we’re thrilled that our partnership will continue at the Board level. Brian is a strategic, results-oriented leader with an excellent track record in assembling high-performing teams, growing sales, and scaling brands, and we couldn’t be more excited about what he will bring to Pedego during this next phase of growth.”

About Pedego

Pedego® is an award-winning brand and the largest chain of electric bike stores in North America. These locally-owned stores carry Pedego’s complete line of over 20 electric bike models and accompanying accessories, and are known for offering outstanding customer service through sales, rentals, tours, and maintenance. Backed by an industry-leading 5-year warranty, Pedego’s e-bikes are engineered to provide a superior riding and ownership experience. 

About Verlinvest

Verlinvest is an international, family-backed evergreen investment company. We partner with visionary entrepreneurs who are driving consumer revolutions and building the next generation of category-defining brands that will have a positive impact for years to come. Established in 1995, with offices in Brussels, London, New York, Mumbai, and Singapore, Verlinvest focuses on investing in growth-stage companies in the FMCG, health, consumer technology and lifestyle categories. The company counts brands such as Oatly, Vita Coco, Tony’s Chocolonely, BYJU’s and Hint among our portfolio, alongside alumni Chewy.com, Vitaminwater and Remy Cointreau. For more information: www.verlinvest.com and LinkedIn.

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Pedego, the #1 EBike Retailer in America, Releases the Brand New Electric Avenue https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/press/pedego-the-1-ebike-retailer-in-america-releases-the-brand-new-electric-avenue%ef%bf%bc/ Tue, 06 Sep 2022 18:17:06 +0000 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/?post_type=press&p=98209 Pedego Electric Bikes, the #1 electric bike retailer in America with sixteen unique models and over 220 brick and mortar stores across North America, released a brand new addition to their lineup of electric bikes.

Offering a contemporary, minimalist design; yet, built for maximum utility, the new Pedego Avenue is simplicity, electrified.

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Fountain Valley, CA (September 1, 2022) – Pedego Electric Bikes, the #1 electric bike retailer in America with sixteen unique models and over 220 brick and mortar stores across North America, released a brand new addition to their lineup of electric bikes. 

Offering a contemporary, minimalist design; yet, built for maximum utility, the new Pedego Avenue is simplicity, electrified. With its balanced frame geometry and integrated battery, the Avenue feels just right – relaxed yet responsive. The whisper quiet 500-watt motor delivers breathtaking power that gives the rider everything they need to get up those pesky hills while never feeling like it’s heavy or too much to handle. 

The Avenue is introduced by Pedego as their sleek, versatile, value-priced bike which is available for purchase at Pedego dealers with a best-in-class introductory price of $1995. Boasting Pedego’s industry-leading 5-Year warranty, including anti-theft protection, the Pedego Avenue offers everything the rider needs and nothing they don’t.

“I’ve always had a vision for Pedego to release a low-priced bike without compromises, and after 10 years of iterations– I am proud to release the Pedego Avenue,” remarks Pedego’s Chief Product Officer, Paul Auclair. “It is packed with thoughtful features and has the ability to be fully customizable based on the rider’s everyday needs. It really is simplicity, electrified.”

The Pedego Avenue is available in both Classic and Step Thru 28” models with colors ranging from Crocodile Green to Caribbean Blue, depending on the rider’s preferred style. MAG wheels and a long range battery option are also available for purchase. Later this year, Pedego is set to release a complete line of accessories for the Pedego Avenue which will allow riders to fully personalize their electric bike. From front suspension to carrying bags and racks, no detail was forgotten when designing these custom add-ons.

The Pedego Avenue’s minimalist styling, entry-level pricing, and versatility rounds out Pedego’s ebike product lineup and reasserts Pedego as the commuter’s choice. The Avenue is now available at Pedego dealers across North America. To test ride the Avenue or learn more, please visit your local dealer.

About Pedego® Electric Bikes

Founded in 2008, Pedego® is the leading brand of electric bikes in North America. Pedego is famous for premium quality, five-star local service, and an industry-leading five-year warranty. A complete line of 16 electric bike models are available at over 220 locally-owned Pedego stores that offer sales, rentals, tours, accessories, and service. Visit www.pedego.com to find a store and try a Pedego.

Media Contact

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PEDEGO STORE IN BOULDER PARTNERS WITH IMAGINE! FOUNDATION TO HELP LOCAL COMMUNITY https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/press/pedego-store-in-boulder-partners-with-imagine-foundation-to-help-local-community/ Wed, 02 Feb 2022 01:26:19 +0000 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/?post_type=press&p=95444 Pedego Boulder BOULDER, Colo. (February 2, 2022) - Pedego Electric Bikes, an award-winning national electric bike company with over 200 stores globally, partners with the Imagine! Foundation by donating an electric bike and two Best of Boulder Bike Tours in support of Imagine!’s 21st Celebration Gala.

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BOULDER, Colo. (February 2, 2022) – Pedego Electric Bikes, an award-winning national electric bike company with over 200 stores globally, partners with the Imagine! Foundation by donating an electric bike and two Best of Boulder Bike Tours in support of Imagine!’s 21st Celebration Gala.

Pedego Boulder, which opened in June of 2018, provides e-biking access to over 300 miles of biking trails in the surrounding area. The store offers e-bikes for rental and purchase, as well as multiple unique guided bike tours focusing on a wide variety of scenery and activities. The e-bike and two Best of Boulder Tour Pass donations by Pedego Boulder offer new avenues for Imagine! to provide fun and healthy leisure activities to the members of the community that stand to benefit the most from these services. 

Imagine! is a private, nonprofit organization based in Colorado that offers services focused on integrating people with developmental, cognitive, and physical challenges into the fabric of their local communities. Established in 1963, the organization supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities from birth through their lives with therapeutic services, job training and placement, recreation and leisure activities, opportunities for community living, behavioral health services, technology solutions, and support for families.

Pedego riders cycling through Boulder, CO.
Pedego riders cycling through Boulder, CO.

“We at Pedego Boulder are very excited to support the efforts of Imagine!,” said Tina Moses, owner of Pedego Boulder. “Thanks to our success since opening in 2018, we have developed a strong community of dedicated Pedego owners who are willing to support our store and our affiliations with local initiatives like Imagine! Moving forward we hope to continue to give back to this phenomenal organization that has done so much for our local community.”  

While electric bikes have been designed as a leisure tool, the operating modes have been deemed effective as a mobility rehabbing tool. Stroke victims, spinal cord injuries, MS, leg surgeries or individuals born with different motor function abilities may be able to improve their symptoms and mental well-being with motor-assisted biking. These rehabbing claims are supported through many brain studies such as this Science Daily study and the Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology at Oxford. While physical ailments can rely on the motor-assisted exercise for healing, users can also expect lower blood pressure, more energy, increased balance and flexibility and an overall better mood.

“We are delighted to see the evolution of e-bikes support people with disabilities and we are most grateful that Pedego Boulder donated an e-bike we can auction at our Imagine! Celebration,” said Patti Micklin, Executive Director of the Imagine! Foundation.” “The funds raised from the Imagine! Celebration will support Imagine!’s programs and services, helping to create a world of opportunity for people of all abilities.”

For those interested in supporting Imagine!, their 21st Annual Imagine! Celebration Virtual Gala with KBCO’s Bret Saunders will take place on Saturday February 5th from 6:30-8:00pm. Registrants will be able to take part in the event from the comfort of their own home, and enjoy meals by Red F Restaurant Group delivered right to their door. For more information about this event, please visit the link here.

About Pedego Boulder 

Pedego Boulder is located at 2512 Broadway in Boulder, CO, 80304, and is independently owned and operated by Tina Moses. Located near the Boulder Creek Path, the store is perfectly positioned to serve the biking community of Boulder. Pedego Boulder is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 5pm.

About Pedego® Electric Bikes

Founded in 2008, Pedego® is the leading brand of electric bikes in North America. Pedego is famous for premium quality, five-star local service, and an industry leading five year warranty. A complete line of 19 electric bike models are available at over 200 locally-owned Pedego stores that offer sales, rentals, tours, accessories, and service. Visit www.pedego.com to find a store and try a Pedego.

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PEDEGO STORE IN TUCSON EARNS TOP AWARDS FOR 2021 & 2022 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/press/pedego-store-in-tucson-earns-top-awards-for-2021-2022/ Wed, 02 Feb 2022 01:09:46 +0000 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/?post_type=press&p=95441 Pedego Tucson wins multiple awards at Pedego's annual dealer conference.

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Tucson, AZ. (January 25, 2022) – Pedego Electric Bikes, an award-winning national electric bike company with over 200 stores globally, provided their Tucson store with two of the company’s top awards at its annual Worldwide Dealer Conference today. For both 2021 and 2022, Pedego Tucson earned a Founders Circle award, recognizing the top 10 stores for total sales income. They also earned a Quality Store award for 2021 for the 3rd year running, which is given to the top 10 stores ranked in terms of total sales, quality service, and aftermarket support.

Pedego Tucson owners, James and Rachele Lorentzen, with Pedego Vice President of Operations, Tom Bock.
Pedego Tucson owners, James and Rachele Lorentzen, with Pedego Vice President of Operations, Tom Bock.

“We set another lofty goal for 2021 and kept our nose to the grindstone in executing across all fronts; ebike sales, rentals & tours, service and accessories, and our hard work paid off,” said James Lorentzen, Pedego Tucson Co-Owner and Manager.

The annual conference, dubbed Pedego FUN-ference, is the largest concentration of ebike dealers in the world, as it recognizes its North American dealers. There were  over 430 people representing 95%+ of all branded stores represented this year. Dealers came together to network, learn about the newest biking industry happenings and see the latest Pedego technology unveiling.

“James, Rachele, and their team at Pedego Electric Bikes Tucson do an outstanding job serving their customers across all of Southern Arizona,” said Dave Parry, President/CEO of Oro Valley Chamber. “From their assistance with ride safety, the sharing of maps and the sale and rental of electric bikes – even, seasonally, on the top of our Santa Catalina Mountains — Pedego Tucson is a full-service partner for electric bike riders and an excellent example of how to do business. Relationships matter at Pedego Tucson.”

About Pedego® Electric Bikes Tucson

Founded in 2018, Pedego Tucson is the 114th store in the brand to open, service the Tucson metro area in Pedego sales, service, accessories, and rentals (including guided tours of Urban Tucson and Saguaro Nat’l Park, East). They are strategically located near Tucson’s “Loop” shared-use path in St Philips Plaza, at the SE corner of River and Campbell Rd in Tucson.

About Pedego® Electric Bikes

Founded in 2008, Pedego® is the leading brand of electric bikes in North America. Pedego is famous for premium quality, five-star local service, and an industry leading five year warranty. A complete line of 19 electric bike models are available at over 200 locally-owned Pedego stores that offer sales, rentals, tours, accessories, and service. Visit www.pedego.com to find a store and try a Pedego.

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A PEDEGO STORE OWNER IN ST. LOUIS SHOWS LIFESTYLE COMMITMENT BY COMPLETING A YEAR WITH NO CAR https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/press/a-pedego-store-owner-in-st-louis-shows-lifestyle-commitment-by-completing-a-year-with-no-car/ Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:08:22 +0000 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/?post_type=press&p=95438 Pedego St. Louis, co-owner, Bill Sauerwein, commits to completing a year with no car and uses a Pedego for transportation.

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ST. LOUIS, Miss. (January 13, 2022) – Pedego Electric Bikes, an award-winning national electric bike company with over 200 stores globally, continues to change people’s lives for the better. Bill Sauerwein, co-owner of Pedego St. Louis, pledges his commitment to using his electric bike for transportation and recently completed 1 year using only his Pedego.

Shortly after opening Pedego St. Louis, Bill began explaining to some customers how they could commute, save money, and live their lives on an electric bike. After several months, he decided to walk the walk. Bill stopped driving his car and started using his electric bike to commute to the store every day, run short errands, shop, and exercise. With the intensity of the four seasons in St. Louis, he thought it would be impossible. It wasn’t, and Bill rode each day last winter, saving thousands of dollars on gas, insurance, and maintenance, as well as reducing his carbon footprint tremendously.

Pedego St. Louis co-owner, Bill Sauerwein, on his Pedego electric bike.
Pedego St. Louis co-owner, Bill Sauerwein, on his Pedego electric bike.

Many find it hard to envision this change in lifestyle, but the reality is most people live their lives locally. Without a highway commute, and with many people working-from-home due to COVID, most errands are short distances. The grocery stores and markets most people frequent, as well as the pharmacies, schools, work, and service providers they select are generally close to their homes. Bill starts and ends each day with a bike ride. Before electric bikes became ubiquitous, he frequently rode his bike 12 miles one way to work, but was always exhausted upon arriving. 

“Had electric bike technology existed at the time, I would have commuted that distance every day and arrived refreshed,” said Bill Sauerwein, co-owner of Pedego St. Louis. “Now, the freedom of an electric bike has enabled me to make trips like this easily, as well as stay healthy and live a more eco-friendly lifestyle.”

This story is a very specific representation of a larger trend, namely the overall increase in biking infrastructure and the amount of people biking within the U.S. For example, the city of San Diego has committed to building over 1,000 miles of biking infrastructure by 2030, with over 400 miles already built (Anderson, 2021). One of the main reasons for this overhaul is safety. A study done by researchers at the Universities of Colorado Denver and New Mexico discovered that cities with clear and separate biking infrastructure had 44% fewer deaths among bikers, automobiles, and pedestrians than cities without it (Marshall & Ferenchak, 2019). With statistics like these, it is no surprise that more and more people and cities are taking a serious look at the benefits of biking.

About Pedego St. Louis 

Pedego St. Louis is located at 801 South Holmes in St. Louis, MS, 63122, and is independently owned and operated by Bill and Carla Sauerwein. Located near the Gravois Greenway and Grant’s Trail, the store is perfectly positioned to serve the biking community of St. Louis. The store is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm.

About Pedego® Electric Bikes

Founded in 2008, Pedego® is the leading brand of electric bikes in North America. Pedego is famous for premium quality, five-star local service, and an industry leading five year warranty. A complete line of 19 electric bike models are available at over 200 locally-owned Pedego stores that offer sales, rentals, tours, accessories, and service. Visit www.pedego.com to find a store and try a Pedego.

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A PEDEGO STORE IN NEW BRAUNFELS SHOWS THEIR COMMITMENT TO THEIR COMMUNITY WITH LATEST BIKE DONATION https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/press/a-pedego-store-in-new-braunfels-shows-their-commitment-to-their-community-with-latest-bike-donation/ Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:21 +0000 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/?post_type=press&p=95435 Pedego New Braunfels helps a local in need by donating an electric bike.

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NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas (January 6, 2022) – Pedego Electric Bikes, an award-winning national electric bike company with over 200 stores globally, is also very well known for its community involvement. One locally owned store in New Braunfels is no exception, and recently donated an e-bike that changed a man’s life for the better. 

Brandon Knight is a man that lives in the downtown New Braunfels area. Due to an unfortunate accident, Branded was left with right-sided partial paralysis. Despite this, Brandon made a living running a delivery service for some of the downtown businesses, using his trike as his main source of transportation for work and pleasure. However, due to the Texas heat and the large number of hills in the area, Brandon began riding less and less, severely affecting his job and income.

It was around this point in time that Brandon met Kristen Pokky, who goes by her nickname “Pokky,” at a local Farmers Market. After becoming close and hearing Brandon’s story and struggles, she found that she could not sit idly by, and fortunately for both parties, she had the means to help. Pokky is the store owner of Pedego New Braunfels, and as such was uniquely positioned to help Brandon with his transportation problem.

Owners of Pedego New Braunfels, Kristen and Eliza Pokky, with new Pedego Owner, Brandon Knight.
Owners of Pedego New Braunfels, Kristen and Eliza Pokky, with new Pedego Owner, Brandon Knight.

Pokky petitioned Pedego headquarters on Brandon’s behalf, and was able to secure a Pedego electric trike to replace the non-electric one Brandon currently owned. Pokky, the Pedego New Braunfels team, and Brandon’s mom were able to give him the trike on October 10th, three days prior to his birthday. The reason for the date they chose is that on his birthday, Brandon typically rides into downtown to see all of the vendors that know him. He greets them all, hangs out with each of them for a while, and they in turn give him birthday gifts in the form of free donuts, lunch, and even a haircut. This year, Brandon was able to make that trip with the ease, joy, and fun that can only come from riding a Pedego. 

“After getting to know Brandon and hearing his story, there was no way I could sit idly by and do nothing,” said Pokky, owner of Pedego New Braunfels. “Thanks to my position as a store owner, and the aid from Pedego headquarters, Brandon is now able to get around more easily and continue his work downtown, with the added fun bonus of riding a Pedego.”

Brandon is not the only person who has benefited from New Braunfels efforts. In a similar vein, George, who also has had partial right-sided paralysis from birth, was given a bike to supplement his work. When Pokky saw George walking to his job in the heat, she immediately set about securing a bike for him. Now, George uses his Pedego to get around, including to his job at Dos Rios, a local Mexican restaurant in the area.

Kristen “Pokky” is a registered nurse with years of experience in a community with mobility issues and physical challenges. She herself has a muscle disease, and as such an active person was continually disheartened by her inability to do everything she wanted to. It was this that ultimately led her to buy an e-bike, allowing her to find a new freedom. This new freedom meant so much to her that she eventually quit her nursing job during COVID and opened a Pedego store.

About Pedego New Braunfels 

Pedego New Braunfels is located at 231 Landa St. New Braunfels, TX 78130. Their business hours are 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM Wednesday through Sunday. To learn more about Pedego’s full-range lineup of electric bikes and try one for free, contact pokky@pedegonbtx.com or call (830)312-704. 

About Pedego® Electric Bikes

Founded in 2008, Pedego® is the leading brand of electric bikes in North America. Pedego is famous for premium quality, five-star local service, and an industry leading five year warranty. A complete line of 19 electric bike models are available at over 200 locally-owned Pedego stores that offer sales, rentals, tours, accessories, and service. Visit www.pedego.com to find a store and try a Pedego.

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A PEDEGO STORE IN TUCSON INVESTS IN BIKE RACK TO HELP ONE HAPPY CUSTOMER https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/press/a-pedego-store-in-tucson-invests-in-bike-rack-to-help-one-happy-customer/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 23:50:30 +0000 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/?post_type=press&p=95430 Pedego Tucson helped a customer, John Collins, secure his Pedego Electric Bike with a new bike rack at his apartment complex.

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TUCSON, Ariz. (December 15, 2021) – Pedego Electric Bikes, an award-winning national electric bike company with over 200 stores globally, is also very well known for its high level of customer service. One such store in Tucson went the extra mile to ensure that a prospective owner had all of the necessary pieces to make owning a Pedego the best experience possible.

John Collins was a prospective Pedego owner who wanted a bike as his main means for transportation rather than the bus. However, John lived in a 2nd floor apartment, and quickly realized that he would not be able to get the bike up and down the stairs with ease. James Lorentzen, co-owner of Pedego Tucson, suggested locking the bike up downstairs while keeping the battery in his apartment, but that too had some problems as the apartment manager refused to allow using the property infrastructure (pool railings, sign posts) to lock up the bike.

Pedego Tucson customer, John Collins with his Pedego Electric Bikes
John Collins from Tucson, AZ

It was at this point that James, along with his wife and fellow co-owner Rachele, proposed that the apartment complex build a bike rack in the apartment common area, offering to take care of the expenses as a community favor. The couple proposed that Pedego Tucson would pay ⅔ of the cost for a 5-bike rack, while the apartment complex would pay the remaining ⅓. This was finally approved, but not before John himself, as eager as he was to own a Pedego, offered to put $100 in to complete the project.

“This was an example of not giving up on someone’s dream,” said James, co-owner of Pedego Tucson. “We feel very privileged to have been able to make this happen, and the smile on John’s face made the money and time spent to get the rack set up more than worthwhile.”

James and Rachele Lorentzen have been co-owners of Pedego Tucson since January of 2018. Prior to owning a Pedego store, James had over 30 years of experience in aerospace sales and business development, he is also a licensed pilot. His wife Rachele also has extensive business and management experience, managing a $2M budget at a USA Swim Club, among quite a few other positions. The couple met on a blind date in Orange County, and have been married for over 32 years, with two fully grown children aged 29 and 26. 

About Pedego® Electric Bikes

Founded in 2008, Pedego® is the leading brand of electric bikes in North America. Pedego is famous for premium quality, five-star local service, and an industry leading five year warranty. A complete line of 19 electric bike models are available at over 200 locally-owned Pedego stores that offer sales, rentals, tours, accessories, and service. Visit www.pedego.com to find a store and try a Pedego.

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PEDEGO OPENS NEW STORE IN NORTH CAROLINA’S LAKE NORMAN REGION https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/press/pedego-opens-new-store-in-north-carolinas-lake-norman-region/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:54:33 +0000 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/?post_type=press&p=95427 Pedego Lake Norman opens in Cornelius, North Carolina!

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CORNELIUS, N.C. (October 27, 2021) – Pedego Electric Bikes, an award-winning national electric bike company with over 200 stores globally, opened a new store in North Carolina’s Lake Norman region. The Pedego Lake Norman store is located in the Antiquity Shopping Center at 19911 Zion Avenue Suite D3, Cornelius, NC 28031, and is independently owned and operated by Tom and Grace Kennedy.

Pedego Lake Norman will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its grand opening at 1:00 pm on Saturday, October 9th. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce will be in attendance, as well as representatives from the Town of Cornelius Board of Commissioners. The public is invited to help celebrate the opening of Pedego Lake Norman and learn more about their electric bikes.

Owners of Pedego Lake Norman, Tom and Grace Kennedy, with Ray Liebert of Pedego HQ.

Pedego is thrilled to introduce itself to the Lake Norman community. Located in the Antiquity Shopping Center in Cornelius, the store is adjacent to the beautiful Antiquity Greenway, which is part of the Carolina Thread Trail. Old Town Cornelius, Main Street in Davidson, the gorgeous Rocky River Greenways, Caldwell Station Creek Greenway, and Bailey Road Park are all easily accessible from the store’s front door.

Tom Kennedy, who spent 25 years working in various sales positions for Dole Fresh Fruit, was ready for a change in scenery when he learned that a former associate of his was opening Pedego storefronts in his previous sales territory. After doing some research into Pedego and their store locations, Tom discovered that Pedego was devoid of stores in the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas. With his experience in sales, this seemed like the perfect opportunity for Kennedy. 

Tom’s background in sales was not the only reason opening a Pedego store felt like the right move for the Kennedy’s. Tom’s wife, Grace, has spent the last 13 years working in marketing and communications for various nonprofit organizations. With Tom’s experience in sales, along with Grace’s background in marketing, the pair were perfectly suited to have a successful new venture into the world of first-time entrepreneurs opening Pedego Lake Norman.

“This is our first experience as entrepreneurs in the retail space and every day has been a learning experience,” said Grace, co-owner of Pedego Lake Norman. “The other business owners and bike enthusiasts in our community have been beyond supportive and welcoming, and this has been an incredible opportunity for our children, ages 9 and 11, to see entrepreneurship and the rewards of hard work firsthand.” “We are the only Pedego dealer in the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas,” said her husband Tom, “and we are excited to provide the service and quality Pedego is known for in the community we call home.”

“We are excited to continue to bring the joy of Pedego to communities all around the nation, and Lake Norman is no exception,” said Pedego CEO Don DiCostanzo. “Tom and Grace are amazing people, and their connection to the Lake Norman community makes them perfectly suited to spread the fun of Pedego as a family-owned business.”

About Pedego® Electric Bikes

Founded in 2008, Pedego® is the leading brand of electric bikes in North America. Pedego is famous for premium quality, five-star local service, and an industry leading five year warranty. A complete line of 19 electric bike models are available at over 200 locally-owned Pedego stores that offer sales, rentals, tours, accessories, and service. Visit www.pedego.com to find a store and try a Pedego.

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PEDEGO MADISON, NJ CELEBRATES NEW STORE OPENING WITH RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/press/pedego-madison-nj-celebrates-new-store-opening-with-ribbon-cutting-ceremony/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:38:14 +0000 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/?post_type=press&p=95424 Pedego Electric Bikes opens in Madison, New Jersey!

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MADISON, N.J. (October 14, 2021) – Pedego Electric Bikes, an award-winning national electric bike company with over 200 stores globally, opened a new store in New Jersey’s Madison region. Pedego Madison is located at 82 Main Street, Madison, N.J., and is independently owned and operated by Debbie Benjamin, a resident of Madison.

Debbie spent 21 years working a corporate job while raising her two older daughters as a single mother. After remarrying and giving birth to twins, she concentrated her time over the last 12 years raising the twins and getting involved at their schools. Debbie has long had the spirit of an entrepreneur and was eager to find a product that would encourage people to get outside, exercise, and most importantly have fun. With this in mind, Pedego seemed like the perfect fit for her entrepreneurial spirit. 

Owner of Pedego Madison, Debbie Benjamin

“We’re excited to establish a Pedego Electric Bike store in this community,” said Debbie.  “With the opening of Pedego Madison, we hope we can bring adventure and fun to people’s lives in a new way.”  The area surrounding Madison is very bike friendly and has a wide variety of bike trails within the vicinity of the store.

Pedego Madison held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its grand opening on Friday, October 1st. Mayor Robert Conley was in attendance, as well as several members from the Madison Chamber of Commerce, and over 70 Pedego enthusiasts and customers. The Madison store raffled off a Pedego electric bike at the ceremony, raising almost $3,000 for the Interfaith Food Pantry in Morristown which serves Morris County residents in need by providing access to food, education, and other resources.

Don DiCostanzo, Pedego CEO, founded Pedego Electric Bikes in 2008 out of the desire to combine quality and style in the E-bike category. 

“The Benjamin’s are an incredible family and we are very excited to have them representing Pedego,” said Don. “They are very passionate about what Pedego stands for, and all of the many ways owning a Pedego store can positively affect the local area, and we wish them all the best.”

About Pedego® Electric Bikes

Founded in 2008, Pedego® is the leading brand of electric bikes in North America. Pedego is famous for premium quality, five-star local service, and an industry leading five year warranty. A complete line of 19 electric bike models are available at over 200 locally-owned Pedego stores that offer sales, rentals, tours, accessories, and service. Visit www.pedego.com to find a store and try a Pedego.

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PEDEGO STORE IN BEND, OREGON CELEBRATES 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH PALOOZA EVENT https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/press/pedego-store-in-bend-oregon-celebrates-10-year-anniversary-with-palooza-event/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:24:38 +0000 https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/?post_type=press&p=95421 Pedego Bend celebrates their 10-year anniversary with a Palooza celebration complete with Pedego CEO, Don DiCostanzo, in attendance.

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BEND, Ore. (September 2, 2021) – Pedego Electric Bikes, an award-winning national electric bike company with over 200 stores globally, today announced the 10th anniversary of their Bend, Ore. location. The independently owned Bend store is located at 25 NW Minnesota Ave, #6, Bend, OR 97703. The branch hosted their first ever Pedego Palooza event as a celebration of their 10 year anniversary. 

The Palooza event, which featured live music, food and drinks, giveaways, as well as guided mini history & river tours on Pedego brand electric bikes, celebrated the store moving into their 11th year of being open. This was a monumental event as it is one of the first Pedego stores to open after the company was founded in 2008. “It was such a blessing to be able to celebrate the success of not only our store, but of Pedego as a whole and the ways in which this company has changed people’s lives,” said Pedego Bend owner, Kevin Rea. The CEO of Pedego, Don DiCostanzo, and Director of Business Development, Cynthia Newcomb, were in attendance and celebrated the occasion along with 100 members of the Pedego Bend community. Local news channel KTVZ was also in attendance to report on the event and interview Don. 

Pedego CEO, Don DiCostanzo, with owner of Pedego Bend, Kevin Rea.

Being tucked away in the heart of downtown Bend, the store has serviced over 2,000 customers each year since it first opened in October of 2010. With 19 models to choose from, Pedego attracts clients from all walks of life, many of which rely on their Pedego as a daily necessity. Dr. Shawn Taylor, a medical doctor, has found a unique and helpful use for her Pedego. Using her “City Commuter” model, Dr. Taylor has been able to conduct house calls to various members of her local community, before and during the pandemic. 

Dr. Taylor is not the only member of the Pedego Bend community who has discovered the various uses of a Pedego. Nora Miller, a registered nurse and a dedicated member of the Pedego community, uses her “City Commuter” as a means of transportation for both work and pleasure. Nora has been an advocate for the Bend store for years, sponsoring Pedego trips with friends such as riding around the rim at Crater Lake. Nora was also featured in the very first video made by the Bend team several years ago. David Swanson, a valued member of the Pedego community, has also found the pleasures that a Pedego can bring. Swanson, an American hero and ex-fighter pilot, jokes that while his Platinum Boomerang model does not give quite the same adrenaline rush as being in a fighter jet, it still provides him with a fun (and much safer) way to feel the wind on his face. 

“This mile-marker achievement for the Bend location deserved the celebration to match,” said Pedego CEO Don DiCostanzo. “Owning a Pedego is all about having fun, and this palooza offered the perfect opportunity for both current and prospective Pedego owners to have fun celebrating their local store’s success while learning more about what it means to be a part of the ever-expanding Pedego community.”

About Pedego® Electric Bikes

Founded in 2008, Pedego® is the leading brand of electric bikes in North America. Pedego is famous for premium quality, five-star local service, and an industry leading five year warranty. A complete line of 19 electric bike models are available at over 200 locally-owned Pedego stores that offer sales, rentals, tours, accessories, and service. Visit www.pedego.com to find a store and try a Pedego.

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