WHO WE ARE
Staff
M. Jensen Didulo, Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-op Shop Manager (he/they)
Jensen grew up in Vancouver and was 2-1/2 when first imported from the Philippines. He got his first bike at 4 and has never been without one since. He welded his first bike frame in 1986 and has since built a variety including recumbents, tadpole trikes, tilting trikes, tall bikes, a pedal generator and various cargo machines including an 11 foot long delivery bike and a covered cargo trike capable of transporting several kegs of beer.
His CV includes 6 aimless years bouncing around science, political science and technical filmmaking, followed by careers that include vending machine tech, shipper/receiver, engraving shop supervisor, head of design and development, and since moving to London, running a small company that contracts bike assembly for local department stores.
He has volunteered for various multicultural events, university radio, a conference on bisexuality and gender, an eco festival, and of course Squeaky Wheel. When asked why he wants to be at Squeaky Wheel, he reportedly said, "I like people, and I love bikes."
Jensen has been SWBC Shop Manager since May 2022.
Annette Gilbert, Ride to Thrive Program Coordinator (she/her)
My name is Annette Gilbert and I am really excited to join the London Cycle Link community as Program Coordinator for Ride to Thrive.
While I’ve been a cyclist for years, it wasn’t until I embraced a Gazelle ebike that my all-season active transportation days started, almost 5 years ago.
Since then, my Gazelle has replaced my car, I’ve commuted over 30,000 km, and I’ve started to collect a fleet of bikes to serve different purposes. I retired as a TVDSB principal last June where students and staff know me as the principal who bikes everywhere.
It’s so important to model for kids (and adults) the joy and freedom that riding a bike guarantees.
Annette has been R2T Program Coordinator since April 2025.
Dani Quinones, Events Coordinator (she/her)
Hi everyone! I’m Daniella Quinones — most people call me Dani. I was born in Colombia and raised here in London, where I now live, work, and build community. Cycling has always been part of my life — from riding trails with my dad and brother growing up, to now hopping on my bike for fun, for wellness, or to get around the city.
I’m thrilled to be joining London Cycle Link as the new Events Coordinator! I applied for this role because I believe in the power of community connection — and I see bikes as a beautiful part of that. LCL’s mission to make London more bike-friendly aligns with everything I care about: equity, sustainability, and creating spaces where people feel they belong.
Can’t wait to meet you out at an event or on the path!
Dani has been Events Coordinator since June 2025.
Board of Directors
Mike Varanelli, Treasurer
Hi I’m Mike and excited to be part of London Cycle Link! I am looking forward to working with the current and new board members to promote cycling.
I have been involved with boards in the past, with this previous experience combined with my formal education I will be able to provide recommendations and guidance to further LCL.
Cycling is a great activity for all ages as it allows for different levels of athleticism. It has been an activity that I have enjoyed doing with my children. They were able to start at a young age while building their confidence and independence each year.
I’m looking forward to supporting and participating in future LCL events.
Alex Tritton, Vice Chair (he/him)
Originally from the county of Kent in England, Alex grew up near Pluckley, which holds the Guinness World Record for “Most Haunted Village,” and has lived in such mighty places as Bognor Regis and Splott before calling Canada home.
As a veteran utility cyclist, he cut his teeth on the mean streets of Toronto as a member-owner of Urbane Cyclist and as a board member at Bikesauce. Other volunteering includes time with Cycle Toronto, Sustrans, and The Biking Lawyer.
Alex works at London Bicycle Cafe as head mechanic. As a board member at London Cycle Link, he is hoping to use his industry and previous experience to help make London a truly multi-Modal city.
He also has a degree in Theology, but isn’t sure why.
Ganesh Raj, Secretary (he/him)
Hi, I’m Ganesh. I have been riding bikes since I was a kid, and continue to enjoy riding to this day, though I’m not brave enough to ride in the snow or winter months just yet. Rest of the year, you can catch me out for a leisurely ride along the Thames Valley Parkway, so be sure to say hi!
As a Londoner for more than 20 years, I have seen our city grow but without proper infrastructure for cycling in residential areas. I look forward to advocating for safer bike lanes, expanding existing infrastructure, as well as educating the next generation of cyclists. I am grateful and happy to be a volunteer for London Cycle Link.
Brian Shilton, Director (he/him)
I am happy for this opportunity to play an active role at London Cycle Link and to contribute to continuing successful efforts to make London a more pedestrian- and cycle-friendly city. Having lived in cities in Europe (Aachen, Germany, and Uppsala, Sweden), as well as Montreal, I know that the end result will be worth the effort: cities that emphasize walking, cycling, and public transit become much more pleasant, peaceful, and enjoyable for everybody. Another important factor in this regard is the growing presence of car-sharing as a means for people to access a “personal automobile” when necessary, but without having to make the financial and psychological investments of owning a car. Altogether, I believe that London Cycle Link, with its advocacy for cycling and cycling infrastructure, as well as providing practical means for acquiring and maintaining a bicycle (i.e., Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-op), is contributing to much more than cycling. Having more cyclists on the road will make London a better place for everybody!
Our family (my partner, Linda Bussiere, and our three children, Lucy, Zachary, and Beatrice) moved to London in 1998. I work at Western University and commute by bicycle year-round, using either the bike path along the river, or if it is very snowy, Colborne Street (which is especially nice with the new bike lanes). I also enjoy road-biking on some of the beautiful backroads and small highways around London and the county.
Vincent Lubrano III, Director and Ride to Thrive Program Representative (he/him)
When I retired and moved to London, I sought opportunities to volunteer and to ride my bike. LCL has been the perfect platform to fulfil both aspirations.
LCL’s mission to promote cycling through safer streets and public education resonates deeply with me, and I am committed to supporting the organization’s vision of encouraging more people to embrace cycling through public education.
Julie Ryan, Director (she/her)
I'm happy to be a volunteer for London Cycle Link. As a kid, we raced around the neighbourhood on bikes until the street lights came on. Today, I commute to work on my bike, and enjoy the beautiful Thames Valley Trail along the river for recreational cycling. Sometimes I feel like a kid again experiencing the joy and freedom that a bicycle brings.
I'm grateful for the protected bike lanes, and want our city to be safer and more equitable for all people who use our streets and sidewalks.
I work at a local charity, and have been a proud Londoner for more than 20 years, having immigrated from the US.
Sean McWatt, Director (he/him)
I’m very excited to be a London Cycle Link volunteer. Cycling is central to who I am and how I experience the world. I grew up north of Barrie, where I fell in love with mountain biking and racing, but I expanded my cycling onto the road and gravel after moving to Guelph for school, where I also learned bicycle repair and volunteered as a mechanic at the University of Guelph’s CSA Bike Centre. While in Guelph, I quickly became a regular fair-weather bike commuter, which continued after moving to London in 2017 and landing a job in Montréal in 2019, forcing me to split my time between the two cities.
I settled permanently in London with my wife and son in 2022. Inspired by the hardened Montréalise who commute in far worse weather than ours, I’ve evolved into a year-round bike commuter who actually enjoys riding through the snow more than on clear, dry pavement (most days).
As a director, I hope to bring together my diverse riding experience, passion for active transportation, interest in road safety, and first-hand experience with all-season riding in London to be a positive presence in the city’s cycling community and push back against car dominance on our streets.
Theo Heuthorst, Director
Hi, I'm Theo. My wife, Catherine, and I moved to London in 2020 after I retired from a 36-year military career. We chose the city because of its comfortable size, array of services, and proximity to the Great Lakes, where we often camp in our travel trailer (with a bike rack).
I have been a lifelong, although sometimes inconsistent, cyclist, riding bikes for both transportation and exercise. In the last decade of my career I turned to road cycling for fitness and extended that into commuting while living in Halifax and Toronto. Riding led me to bicycle repair and I became a certified bike mechanic after retiring. I had intended to work in the industry as a second career but have found my time as a volunteer at Squeaky Wheel to be much more rewarding.
As a director, my desire is to get more people on more bikes more often, whether for transportation, recreation, or fitness.
Sebastian Sierra, Director
Hi! I’m Sebastian. I’ve been cycling recreationally for most of my life, and recently I’ve started getting more into road cycling. In the summer, you’ll usually find me riding the county roads on weekends, and during the week I’m often out cycling (or running) around the city, especially along the TVP.
I was born and raised in Bogotá, Colombia, and have called Canada home for the past 18 years. I’ve spent most of that time in London, with some time in Waterloo and Toronto as well. Living in different cities has given me a broader perspective on what’s possible, and it’s sparked my interest in how we can make cycling safer and more accessible here in London, a city I believe has a lot of potential to grow its biking infrastructure.
I care deeply about giving back to the community and supporting initiatives that help people live healthier, more connected, and more sustainable lives. In my professional life, I work in the financial services industry, leading project and process improvement initiatives to help teams operate more efficiently and deliver strong results.
I joined London Cycle Link because I believe in and support its mission to make cycling a safe and realistic option for more people in the city. I look forward to contributing, learning from others in the community, and helping build a more bike-friendly London for people of all ages and abilities.
Hunter Joseph, Director
I’m a cycling advocate and hands-on bike tinkerer who’s passionate about helping people find what works best for them on a bike—whether that’s for practicality, comfort, or creativity. I was reintroduced to cycling a few years ago after hopping on my parents’ old 90s mountain bikes, which quickly grew into a deeper interest in maintaining, modifying, and customizing bikes to suit different needs and riding styles. I enjoy the process of taking older or overlooked bikes and turning them into something fun and functional—something that makes people actually want to ride and interact with more of what their city has to offer.
I care deeply about making cycling feel accessible and inclusive, especially for people who might not see themselves as “cyclists.” For me, it’s about removing barriers, sharing knowledge, and helping others build the confidence to ride in a way that works for them."
Past Board Members
Alex Bast | Andrew Leest | Michael Woodward | Laura Galvis Daza | Rick Ford | David Isaac | Joy Zhai | Jack Spence | Colleen Murphy | Andrea Loewen-Nair (Chair) | Janet McAllister (Interim Chair) | Andry Wasylko (Chair) | Ajith Rajesh | Jenn Gilbert | Corinne Marshall | Annie Legate-Wolfe | Brent Charlton | Greg Staeger | Luis Patricio (Chair) | Becky Ellis | Kevin Van Lierop | Steve Clark | Jonny Glenn-Lynes | Hailey Tallman | Molly Miksa | Rebecca Henderson | Trevor Dias | Benjamin Durham | Rebecca Minielly | Marna Fujimoto-Pihl | Bonnie Lee (Chair) | Greg Ilton | Susan Anthony | Shelley Carr | David Mitchell | Steve MacDouell | Henk Ketelaars | Graham Bird | Paul Seale