Meet Our 2026 Presenters!

LEAVE NO TRACE

As the director of Marketing and Communications for Leave No Trace I lead a team that implements marketing/communications strategies with individual constituents and a range of business-to-business partners. I also secure grants from family foundations, federal agencies, and donor-advised funding sources. I bring a background in journalism and communications, including senior leadership roles with national media companies and nonprofit organizations. I also have a full command of annoying marketing jargon.

TREK BIKES

Jed started his journey in the bike industry 12 years ago to pay for textbooks. And he never left. He has been managing Trek's paid social media efforts for the last 7 years. Jed has helped run ad campaigns for nearly every part of Trek's business including bikes, gear, retail, hiring, advocacy, races, and product research. He brings insight on audience targeting, optimization, testing, creative, and strategy.

52EIGHTY CREATIVE

Miles Ramsay is the Founder of the Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp & the Owner/Creative of 52Eighty Creative, a branding and marketing agency with a specific emphasis in the outdoor industry. In his career, Miles has worked with large, global brands like Meta, AARP, and Amazon. An award winning Creative Director, his project accolades include AVA and Telly Video Awards, multiple Radio Mercury Finalists, and an NAFB Creative Excellence Award, to name a few. Passionate about the great outdoors, in his free time, he enjoys paddling, mountain biking, hiking, and camping. 

ARIZONA STATE PARKS

With an extensive marketing background, Neil currently serves as the Program Administrator of Arizona State Park’s newly formed Office of Outdoor Recreation.

RIVER MANAGEMENT SOCIETY

Bekah Price brings a deep appreciation for rivers and the people who care for them to her role as Communications and Membership Coordinator for the River Management Society. She supports communications and outreach efforts with experience in mass communication, community engagement, membership development, editing, content creation, social media, and branding.

Before joining RMS, Bekah built a public relations program for a school district, worked as a newspaper reporter, and spent time as a raft guide. A passionate organizer, she has contributed to a range of teams and causes—as a jiu-jitsu instructor, Master Gardener, in civic clubs, and most recently with the Nolichucky Watershed Alliance.

SOUTHERN OFF-ROAD BICYCLE ASSOCIATION

Philip is the Executive Director of SORBA based in Knoxville, TN, and heads up the day to day operations of our organization. Growing up in the Metro Atlanta area, Philip began mountain biking on SORBA trails as a teenager in the 90’s on his fully rigid 26er. He has been a member of SORBA since 2011 where he helped to form a chapter in Alabama as the founding Vice President, later serving as President for six years.

OUTFITTER MARKETING PROS

Paul Wingfield is the founder of Outfitter Marketing Pros, a leading digital marketing agency dedicated exclusively to serving outfitters and tour operators. With 17 years of experience in the outdoor industry, Paul has worn many hats, from guide to owner, giving him unique insight into the challenges and opportunities faced by outdoor businesses.

MY VALLEY, HIS VICTORY PODCAST

Kenzie is a faith-driven outdoor educator, content creator and the Vice President of Responsible Stewardship. Through her online presence, Messages from the Mountain, and her podcast, My Valley His Victory, she helps others encounter God in the outdoors and encourages intentional stewardship of both the land and the body. With a background in backpacking and a passion for discipleship, Kenzie is dedicated to making the outdoors more accessible—especially for those who didn’t grow up exploring it—and to inspiring others to pursue lives of purpose rooted in Christ.

52EIGHTY CREATIVE

Jess is a passionate advocate for small businesses with extensive experience in business development and community engagement. With a rich background in storytelling through both marketing and theatre, Jess has a unique ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. By integrating storytelling into her approach, Jess shares her knowledge and practical advice in a way that is both relatable and impactful.

HOLLYWOOD RACKS

Sean somehow managed to turn his hobby into a career. He got into cycling while living in Europe as a teen and always dreamed of "making it big". When reality hit, Sean did the next best thing and started working in a bike shop. That turned into a rep gig and eventually into sales and brand management. He's done it all in the cycling space - and even in other outdoor markets!

CLOHZ

With years of experience in traditional advertising, social media, and digital advertising techniques and strategies, Chelsea Olsen teaches companies how to use LinkedIn to build a pipeline.

TRAIL BUILDER MAGAZINE

Sean Benesh is a multifaceted professional based in Portland, Oregon, with a diverse background in academia, mountain biking, and coffee. He oversees and teaches undergraduate courses in digital media and communications, covering subjects such as web design, social media, public speaking, research, and photography. An avid mountain biker, Sean serves as the communications director for a local trail-building advocacy non-profit and is the founder and editor-in-chief of Trail Builder Magazine. Additionally, he founded and runs Loam Coffee Roasters, combining his passions for coffee, bicycles, adventure, and photography. Through these ventures, Sean has successfully grown several brands via social media and helps others with social media, photography, and writing.

SOCIETY OF OUTDOOR RECREATION PROFESSIONALS

Rebecca is a designer, communicator, and problem-solver who helps mission-driven businesses stand out with clear, thoughtful branding and marketing. With a background in mass communications, an MBA, and multiple digital marketing certifications, she blends creative intuition with analytical strategy to deliver design that’s not just beautiful — but effective.

In 2021, Rebecca officially launched her own creative studio with the goal of helping more outdoor-focused organizations thrive. Since then, she’s partnered with groups like SORP, AORE, La Veta Trails, and others to bring their stories to life through thoughtful design and communication.

When she’s not working from her backyard she-shed studio in Colorado, Rebecca is most likely outside with her two kids, three dogs, and husband — hiking, camping, or snapping photos of plants she plans to draw later.

ROCK PORCH

Blending data-driven strategy with creative intuition, Martha is a seasoned marketing strategist with 15+ years of experience helping brands make meaningful connections with their audiences. Her expertise spans media planning, public relations, and brand development - but her current focus lies at the intersection of affiliate marketing and creator partnerships.

Martha has worked extensively with both B2B and B2C brands to identify the key drivers of influence across the customer journey, and build scalable, authentic programs that convert. She’s passionate about helping outdoor brands tap into the full potential of content creators - transforming partnerships into powerful performance channels.

ROCK PORCH

Elaine Rau is a globally recognized content strategist, educator, and founder of a multi-platform brand that has empowered thousands of women to launch and scale profitable online businesses. With a background in influencer marketing, affiliate strategy, and social media growth, Elaine has built an engaged online audience of over 300,000 followers and helped creators and entrepreneurs generate 5- and 6-figure incomes from their platforms.

Her expertise spans over 7 years in content creation, brand management, and creator economy leadership—most recently scaling operations at RockPorch, where she trains and activates top-tier outdoor and lifestyle creators for national campaigns.

TREK BIKES

BRAND & SOCIAL MEDIA EXPERT

CHINOOK LANDSCAPE

PROFESSIONAL TRAILBUILDERS ASSOCIATION

TRAIL DOGS DOCUSERIES

52EIGHTY CREATIVE

DESTINATION MANAGEMENT ADVISORS

MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION

THE HODGES PARTNERSHIP