MMA Board and Officers

Chairman
Dave Condon

Dave has been riding both off and on road motorcycles since the late 60’s, with a 20 year sabbatical to raise a family. He's been involved in motorcyclist’s rights since 2000, when he got involved as a result of a barroom bet. He swears he wasn’t drunk at the time, although now, he has his doubts. Dave started with ABATE of MA, as their Essex County Rep, then Executive Director, and Chairman of ABATE of MA PAC, before ABATE’S merger with the MMA in 2002. He has previously served as the MMA Essex County Rep, District One Rep. He is also the MRF Assistant State Rep for MA. Dave currently resides in Salem, and rides a 1998 Harley Davidson FXDS, Conv.

Join the MMA, Every Membership counts and goes a long way.

Vice Chairman
Dave Elias

Dave has been riding since he cobbled together a Sears Mini Bike at age 14. He then graduated to dirt bikes, which he enjoyed off road until he was old enough to get a license at which time he aquired his first street bike. Through the years, Dave road on and off road and saw countless trails and powerlines closed to riders. Adventures on the road saw rejection from parking lots, harassing stops for no apparent reason and out and out denial of entry just because he was on a motorcycle.  After he experienced discrimination first hand, and all the restrictive laws, Dave searched for an answer. The answer for him is the MMA. He volunteers his time, to help the MMA increase our membership, so we can better achieve our goals, for the benefit of all riders. "If you are a member, thank you, there is Power in Numbers, If you are not a member, become one and help us increase the Power of the MMA to get it done for you!"

 
Treasurer
Dave Kristal

 
Recording Secretary
Irv Evans

Irv has been a rider since the late 60’s. After a hiatus of several years to raise a family and change career directions a few times, three years ago he returned to his love of motorcycles. Irv spent over 25 years in high technology organizations, traveling throughout the U.S and western Europe. He now hopes to see that same US from the saddle of his bike. Contact Irv for information about the MMA, to discuss its benefits to the Bay State riding community as well as personal benefits to you.

Business Manager
Dave Elias

Dave has been riding since he cobbled together a Sears Mini Bike at age 14. He then graduated to dirt bikes, which he enjoyed off road until he was old enough to get a license at which time he aquired his first street bike. Through the years, Dave road on and off road and saw countless trails and powerlines closed to riders. Adventures on the road saw rejection from parking lots, harassing stops for no apparent reason and out and out denial of entry just because he was on a motorcycle.  After he experienced discrimination first hand, and all the restrictive laws, Dave searched for an answer. The answer for him is the MMA. He volunteers his time, to help the MMA increase our membership, so we can better achieve our goals, for the benefit of all riders. "If you are a member, thank you, there is Power in Numbers, If you are not a member, become one and help us increase the Power of the MMA to get it done for you!"

Safety & Education Director
Doc D'Errico

Doc has been an avid motorcycle rider and enthusiast for over 30 years. Proudly serving as the Director of MetroWest HOG since its inception, Doc recently shifted to serve as its Safety Officer and  a certified motorcycle instructor, an iron butt rider, and is certified in Advanced Accident Scene Management. Working over the years on specific issues concerning motorcyclists rights, Doc is particularly passionate about issues involving motorist & rider education which led him to accept nomination and appointment as Safety and Education Director of the MMA, with whom he is proud to serve. Doc is also a member of the AMA, MRF, and NRA. Doc proudly rides a Harley-Davidson CVO Ultra Classic and will ride with anyone who has a smile on their face. Doc believes the MMA is committed not only to assuring the individual freedoms of motorcyclists, but also to promote Motorcycling as a safe sport. If you share Doc's passion for Motorcycling, join the MMA.

Off Road Riding
Jim Sherman

Jim is the liaison between the New England Trail Rider Association (NETRA) and the MMA. He became active with motorcycle riding when his son, Robert began off road riding. He joined NETRA during the 90’s as his son became a proficient Junior Enduro rider. As the co-secretary of the Hoot Owls Scramblers Motorcycle Club he is a trail boss for their Junior Enduro events. Elected to the NETRA Board of Directors in '03, he took over as President in July '07 and is also the secretary of NETRA’s Competition Committee. Jim lives in Medfield, MA and maintains his business office in Columbus, Ohio, where he finances seniors’ housing, assisted living and long term care facilities.

 

Rick has been a motorcycle rider for many years and believes passionately in Freedom of Choice. Let those who ride decide isn't just a slogan on a T-Shirt, it's a way of life.

Rick is a Life Member of the Massachusetts Motorcycle Association and is Treasurer of the Massachusetts Motorcycle PAC (MassMotorcyclePAC.org).

Rick is also a Patriot Guard Rider and a US ARMY (4^th Infantry) Veteran.

 

Motorcycle Industry Affairs

oin the MMA! We are actively seeking passionate individuals, who would like to represent the MMA Membership in all aspects of legislative and safety- related initiatives. As a District Rep you will be expected to assist your District Manager, and help lead County Reps with the coordination of local meetings, lobby for, promote, and advance the Mission of the MMA, and recruit new members. If you are interested in this voluntary position, contact the Chairman. 

Public Relations
Irv Evans

Irv has been a rider since the late 60’s. After a hiatus of several years to raise a family and change career directions a few times, three years ago he returned to his love of motorcycles. Irv spent over 25 years in high technology organizations, traveling throughout the U.S and western Europe. He now hopes to see that same US from the saddle of his bike. Contact Irv for information about the MMA, to discuss its benefits to the Bay State riding community as well as personal benefits to you.

District 1 Manager
Richard Schofield

 Dick has been riding motorcycles since he first "borrowed" his brothers Honda 350 while he was in the Marine Corps, in the early 60's.  He eventually bought a $200 1963 Triumph which he used for many years to ride around the Malden area.  After a stint in the U.S. Army, Dick got married and put all thoughts of riding again off until his children were older.  Well the riding bug never really went away and he bought his first Harley in 1993, a Fat Boy, and resumed his love of riding.  Dick joined the MMA almost immediately upon resuming riding when he realized that many of the freedoms he enjoyed while riding in the 60's were slowly being taken away.  "When I was riding around as a kid, we didn't even have to wear a helmet" he says.  "The MMA is the only organization that is constantly diligent in protecting biker rights, which we are losing at an alarming rate".

 
District 1 Rep.
John Pecora

John began riding in the '60s, during a time when motorcyclists were free to ride without helmets. For many years, he only dreamed of riding while he served in the military, married and raised his children and established his business. During those years, the passion for riding remained strong, and in 1993, he purchased a used '88 Soft Tail. This time he never looked back! In 2000, he joined the MMA to get involved with protecting biker's rights and all rider freedoms. John has previously served at Middlesex County Rep. Get involved or
don't complain!

 
District 2 Manager

Join the MMA! We are actively seeking passionate individuals, who would like to represent the MMA Membership in all aspects of legislative and safety- related initiatives. As a District Manager you will be expected to lead District and County Reps with the coordination of local meetings, lobby for, promote, and advance the Mission of the MMA, and recruit new members. If you are interested in this voluntary position, contact the District Manager.

 
District 2 Representative

Join the MMA! We are actively seeking passionate individuals, who would like to represent the MMA Membership in all aspects of legislative and safety- related initiatives. As a District Rep you will be expected to assist your District Manager, and help lead County Reps with the coordination of local meetings, lobby for, promote, and advance the Mission of the MMA, and recruit new members. If you are interested in this voluntary position, contact the District Manager.

District 3 Manager
Deb Perkins

Deb first became interested in riding in 1999. Shortly after getting her learners permit, she enrolled in a safety riding course, and recommends a course to new and experienced riders. Deb is now a confident and experienced  biker regularly enjoying the roads of Worcester County and beyond.  She joined the MMA in 2002 at the encouragement of a friend, and immediately stepped up to take an active role in her district. Today, Deb proudly rides her 2003 Kawasaki Vulcan 800, enjoys organizing events in her as well as attending the annual Fall Round Up in neighboring D4. Please contact Deb if you are interested in serving as District 3 Rep.

 
District 3 Rep.
Open Position

 Join the MMA! We are actively seeking passionate individuals, who would like to represent the MMA Membership in all aspects of legislative and safety- related initiatives. As a District Rep you will be expected to assist your District Manager, and help lead County Reps with the coordination of local meetings, lobby for, promote, and advance the Mission of the MMA, and recruit new members. If you are interested in this voluntary position, contact the District Manager.

District 4 Manager

Tanker Griswold

Alan goes by the name Tanker.  He started with motorcycles at the age of 7 with his first Honda 50, and never looked back!  He took a little break from motorcycles when he was self employed as an owner/operator and while starting his family.  But now that the kids are grown, and he is in the construction business with normal hours, he and his wife love going for long rides in the country. Tanker got involved with MMA through his brother-in-law and liked what the organization stands for and represents. Tanker became the Hampshire Country Rep a few years ago, in 2008 joined the Board of Directors as the representative of Industry Affairs, and became District 4 Manager in 2009. 

 
District 4 Rep.
Stu Hazen

Rick has been riding since 1973, when he got out of the Coast Guard, and moved to Cape Cod in MA. He joined the MMA in '97 when, just by chance, while out riding his bike one night, he saw a bike show set up in a local parking lot, and stopped in to see what it was all about. Rick soon started talking with some some of the MMA members at the show and they invited him to a local MMA meeting. He liked what he heard and the rest is history.

Joe was recently dubbed "Road Kill" by his fellow riders. He received this dubious"honor" due to his habit of being targeted by cagers, and getting hit, not once but three separate times, by three different inattentive drivers. As you might guess, after getting the short end of the insurance settlement stick after the 1st crash, (never mind the 2nd and 3rd) he knew that he wanted to work to help correct the injustices that he, and other riders face daily. He joined the AMA after he heard about their national "Justice For All" campaign, and then to help on a more localized level, he joined the MMA,  initially to help getting a Right of Way bill passed in Mass. Joe says, "My wish is that every rider here in Mass will someday join the MMA and help us in our efforts?".

Bristol County Rep.
Kevin "Gunny" Moreira

Gunny's passion for riding started when he got a hand me down 1983 Honda CB650. Since that first Honda, the bike has changed, but the passion for the ride has gotten stronger then ever. Gunny joined the MMA while serving in Iraq in 2003 with fellow MMA Norfolk Co. Rep., Ray Pike. After speaking to Ray about what the MMA does, he knew that he wanted in. Gunny became the Bristol County Rep in 2007 after returning from his second tour oversea's. He currently lives in Raynham with his wife and three children. Gunny is also one of the organizers for Brian's Ride which is a spin off of Nelson's Ride from the north shore (www.massmsf.org). Lets all band together and let the Beacon Hill non-riders know that we will not stop until all our voices are heard. Ride on and Ride Safe.

Dukes County Rep.
OPEN POSITION

Join the MMA! We are actively seeking passionate individuals, who would like to represent the MMA Membership within their County, in all aspects of legislative, and safety related initiatives. As a County Rep you will be expected to assist your District Manager, and District Rep with the coordination of local County meetings, help lobby, promote, and advance the Mission of the MMA, and recruit new members. This is a Voluntary Position.

Essex County Rep.

Franklin County Rep.
Jay Kapsinow

Jay has been a rider since 1965, on a '57 Pan. Riding between stints as a farmer, archaeologist, and soldier for the IDF. Been active in the MMA since 1989; and Franklin County Rep since 1990. Retiring briefly in 1997 for two years following the death of his companion Terri Spofford, who helped with organizing efforts in both Franklin and Northern Berkshire County.

Hampshire County Rep.

Join the MMA! We are actively seeking passionate individuals, who would like to represent the MMA Membership within their County, in all aspects of legislative, and safety related initiatives. As a County Rep you will be expected to assist your District Manager, and District Rep with the coordination of local County meetings, help lobby, promote, and advance the Mission of the MMA, and recruit new members. This is a Voluntary Position.

Hampden County Rep.
Ed Stuck

I bought my first bike 15 years ago while I was in the Air Force stationed in Panama. That bike was waiting for me when I got home and I have not looked back since. For the last 5 years I have been working for an authorized dealer and have loved every minute of it. I am huge believer in safety education and freedom of choice.
My goal is to share my enthusiasm and help grow membership.

Middlesex County Rep.
Dana Melberg

I have been riding since 1975 on most Major Brands of Motorcycles and have been participating in MMA runs off and on since then. Now that my family all ride their own it's time help insure that right/privilage is preserved. I have been to most major bike rallies and enjoy the free spirited environment. Riding lets you focus on the task at hand and forget the past week.  New friends...New adventures...see you on the road.

Nantucket County Rep.
OPEN POSITION

Join the MMA! We are actively seeking passionate individuals, who would like to represent the MMA Membership within their County, in all aspects of legislative, and safety related initiatives. As a County Rep you will be expected to assist your District Manager, and District Rep with the coordination of local County meetings, help lobby, promote, and advance the Mission of the MMA, and to help recruit new members. This is a Voluntary Position.

Norfolk County Rep.
Ray Pike III

Ray first began motorcycling in the late 80s with his first bike, a 500cc Yamaha. He currently rides a '93 FLT Ultra Classic. About ten years later he joined the MMA because "it seemed like the right thing to do if (we) don't want to lose the rights (we) still have" in the State. As the Norfolk County Rep he works to promote safe and responsible legislation, retain current freedoms, and regain a few lost. "The MMA is not a *me* thing, it's a *we* thing...don't ever catch yourself asking another motorcyclists 'what are you guys doing about (motorcyclist rights)?" Even a simple action -- like calling the Statehouse instead of thinking the next guy will take care of that -- is greater than a pile of inactions and excuses!" Its a fact: more members = more voices (and votes) at the State House. Ride Safe and God Bless.

Plymouth County Rep.
Open Position

Join the MMA! We are actively seeking passionate individuals, who would like to represent the MMA Membership within their County, in all aspects of legislative, and safety related initiatives. As a County Rep you will be expected to assist your District Manager, and District Rep with the coordination of local County meetings, help lobby, promote, and advance the Mission of the MMA, and to help recruit new members. This is a Voluntary Position.

Suffolk County Rep.
Open Position

Join the MMA! We are actively seeking passionate individuals, who would like to represent the MMA Membership within their County, in all aspects of legislative, and safety related initiatives. As a County Rep you will be expected to assist your District Manager, and District Rep with the coordination of local County meetings, help lobby, promote, and advance the Mission of the MMA, and to help recruit new members. This is a Voluntary Position.

Worcester County Rep.
Dave Menard

Dave’s been riding for over thirty years, starting back in the early 70’s. Owned several bikes and then the kids came along and the bikes were sold as the priorities changed. Always in the back of his mind, was the day he and his wife could go back to riding. It came in 97 with the purchase of a new Roadking. That’s when they renewed their passion for riding and never looked back. Since then he’s owned an Ultra Classis and they’ve put on over 100,000 miles between his 2 bikes, discovering every back road in New England and earning the nickname Magellan. They met some really good friends with similar interests, and one of them heard about a meeting of the Modified Motorcycle Association at a local bar so they checked it out, liked what they had to say, and him and his wife both became members. He eventually became a board member representing District III. He is also a member of the AMA, and President of the Blackstone Valley Motorcyclists’ Survivors Fund.  Dave thinks it’s important for every rider in the state to become a member of the MMA. He is pictured here with his wife of 33 yrs. Cindy; they do everything together. 

        Other State-wide Officers         

Ex-Officio - Past Chairman
Jimi Ricci

Jimi started riding on 2 wheels when he got a Sears mini bike back in the mid 60’s. His 1st street bike was an old rigid Triumph 650, but due to life choices, he rarely rode that bike, as other things became way more important. When he did clean up his act, he bought an old FLH in the mid 80’s and started seriously riding again. It was in the mid 90’s when Jimi's introduction to motorcycle issues at the State House was born, when his State Rep told him about a bill pending that would have prohibited passengers under 16 from riding. Jimi says, "As a single parent, this got me off my ass and into the arena of motorcycle legislation".

Ex-Officio - Past Chairman
Kevin Griffin

 
Sergeant at Arms
Joe "Sarge" Komola

Sarge has been an active motorcycle enthusiast since 1980. His first bike was a used 250cc 2 stroke that he put 7500 miles on the first year.Between 40 years and 5 months of Active Duty and Reserve time, Sarge still managers to accumulate 17,000 mikes per year. One day after running into Jimi and Kevin at a Ronald MacDonald's Run, he realized the MMA was the place to help keep his passion alive and support the riders of MA, he joined the MMA. Sarge is a tireless fighter for motorcyclists rights and safety. Sarge began as a District Rep and is now the Director of Safety and Awareness and Vice Chairman of the MMA. Sarge is also the State Representative for the Motorcycle Riders Foundation. He is always there to help at any event that benefits riders in Massachusetts. He urges all of you to join, renew, and get involved.

Newsletter Editor
Paula McCallum

Paula McCallum of South Easton. is the President and Newsletter Editor for the Manomet Mystery Riders, a motorcycle riding group in Plymouth (she also served as their '07 President, '06 VP and their Newsletter Editor for 3 years). She is a member of the Massachusetts Motorcycle Association. For the past two years, she has volunteers her services for the Southeastern Motorcyclists' Survivors Fund who sponsor Brian’s Ride.

She holds a BFA from Emmanuel College and a business certificate from Mass College of Art. She is currently an Operations Manager for a small market research and consulting firm in Sharon, MA

She currently rides an '04 custom Sportster and has been riding her own bike for the past 6 years. Look for the Tootster riding around the South Shore this summer, you can't miss her, the bike is sweet.