An Important Message from Our Board of Directors
As the needs of our community evolve, we are constantly exploring ways to better serve the needs of our diverse stakeholders. Principally, as our network of non-profit beneficiaries has grown, we believe one of those needs is to provide opportunities for them to engage through a nationally structured and scaled platform leveraging our 15 years of success. As a result, Bike to the Beach as an organization has evolved into the The ADD Impact Network with our signature event remaining Bike to the Beach, looking to build upon the success of our charity cycling events while providing expanded resources for local non-profit providers.
The ADD Impact Network is a non-profit organization devoted to providing support, tools, and services for organizations that are actively involved in the Autism and Developmental Disabilities community. Through educational materials, networking resources, and a signature event, Bike to the Beach, we strive to create a dialogue between non-profits and various stakeholders to increase awareness and funding opportunities for individuals, families and organizations within the community. We are committed to fostering collaboration, advocating for change, and championing the unique needs of the Autism and Developmental Disabilities community.
As a result, we have asked Hector Garcia to join The ADD Impact Network as our new Executive Director, reporting to the Board of Directors. Hector brings 35 years of non-profit management experience to our organization including roles as CEO, Executive Director, Executive VP, and COO. He managed the Red Cross’ on the ground response to 9/11, has completed Ironman triathlons, and he is the proud parent of, now, a teenager who is on the autism spectrum. Hector will drive our mission of providing exponential growth for non-profits where they need it the most across funding, operations, capacity, and providing a network they can rely on.
Robby Walsh will continue to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors of The ADD Impact Network. Separately, Ben Dalley will continue to serve as our Director of Operations leading our signature Bike to the Beach events. Carl Sylvester will continue to work closely with Ben on all Operational matters. A special thanks to ADD Impact Director, Greg Furst, for leading the search committee to identify Hector.
Please join us in congratulating Hector on his new role during this exciting and momentous occasion for The ADD Impact Network.
Thank you for the continued support of our mission,
The ADD Impact Network Board of Directors
Connect with Hector Garcia
Hector Garcia, Jr. has been a highly experienced leader in the non-profit sector since 1988. He has extensive expertise in multiple disciplines such as operations management, planning, sales, communications, marketing, finance, business development, human resources, diversity/equity/inclusion, and creating cohesive teams.
With a personal connection to autism spectrum disorder, Hector is inspired by the programming and outreach offered by ADD Impact Network. He is also an accomplished triathlete, having completed over 126 events.
There will be several opportunities to meet and connect with Hector in the upcoming weeks. Until then, connect with him on Linked-in:
