The People Behind the Pedals: Meet Our Trustees & Our Strategy
- Emma Prach
- Jun 13
- 3 min read
At The Bike Station, we believe that bikes are powerful tools — for connection, for climate action, and for community change. As we launch our new strategy for 2025–26, we want to introduce the people helping steer that vision forward: our Board of Trustees.
Our board brings deep experience across climate, transport, engineering, communications, community development and the circular economy. Together, they provide the strategic leadership that helps us stay rooted in our values while responding to the opportunities and challenges ahead.
A Strategy That Moves With Purpose
Our new strategy sets out a clear, ambitious mission:
To support more people to travel by bike — whether that’s to work, to school, or simply for the joy of it
To increase confidence, skills and long-term behaviour change
To extend the life of bikes and reduce waste through reuse, repair and refurbishment
To unlock the potential of cargo bikes as alternatives to cars
To centre community needs and voices in everything we do
This work isn’t happening in isolation. It’s shaped by — and contributes to — a range of national and regional priorities, including:
Scotland’s Climate Change Plan and Net Zero targets for 2045
Public Health Priorities and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (which in 2024 was incorporated into Scot’s Law)
Regional transport strategies in Edinburgh, Perth, and across the SESTran and TACTran areas
From climate action to reduced inequalities and healthier communities, our strategic aims are tightly aligned with Scotland’s long-term vision — and our trustees are instrumental in ensuring that alignment is purposeful and impactful.
Meet the Board
For full board profiles visit the 'Board and Strategy' page of our website.
Thomas (Chair)
Thomas brings over a decade of experience in active travel and climate policy. From Sustrans to his current role leading the NetZeroCities mission across Europe, he ensures we remain bold and forward-looking in our ambitions.
Kim
Kim joined the board in 2012 and brings a deep understanding of cycling culture and advocacy. As the founder of the Edinburgh Festival of Cycling and a Pedal on Parliament campaigner, his vision helps us stay grounded in community and movement-building.
Andy
A mechanical engineer and renewable energy leader, Andy combines technical expertise with strategic oversight. His early experience refurbishing bikes in a local shop gives him a unique perspective on the potential of reuse and repair.
Sean
With over a decade in marketing and communications, Sean brings a sharp eye for engagement and impact. He’s passionate about behaviour change and making climate action relevant at a local level.
Matt
Matt works at the intersection of cycling, sport and strategy. From his role at Edinburgh Leisure to his work as a UCI Riders’ Agent, he champions inclusive cycling pathways and active lifestyles.
Paul
Paul is Finance and Administration Manager at the Poverty Alliance, with over 15 years of experience managing finance in the third sector. He’s also worked in the private sector and local government, bringing a breadth of financial insight to our board. Outside work, he’s an enthusiastic (though self-described novice) cyclist — and a community champion, serving on the boards of his local after-school club and bowling club.
Our board’s collective knowledge, insight and experience ensures we don’t just keep the wheels turning — we keep moving in the right direction. As we roll out our strategy across 2025–26, their leadership will be crucial to shaping a future where bikes aren’t just part of the journey — they’re part of the solution.
