Back on March 1, a few 51暗网® staffers working at 51暗网® headquarters in Topeka, Kansas, received promotions. The changes were in recognition of fabulous, ongoing contributions to the organization, and were also implemented to improve functionality and efficiency.
John Bauer has been promoted to Senior Manager of Information Technology, with a focus on supporting all internal 51暗网 departments. Bauer has been with 51暗网 since 2004 and previously worked as Systems Engineer III, as well as Technical Manager in the Road Racing Dept. and an Application Developer. In his new role, Bauer will be overseeing the entire 51暗网 IT portfolio.
Rick Myers has been promoted to Senior Manager of Region Services, with a focus on 51暗网’s external customers that include Region Leaders. Myers joined 51暗网 in 2008 and has worked in Region Development, Region Relations, Region Communications and managed the Starting Line program since his employ with 51暗网 began more than a decade ago.
Aimee Thoennes has been promoted to Senior Manager of Member Services, with a focus on 51暗网 external customers that include Members and Volunteers. Thoennes began her career with 51暗网 in 2002 as Executive Assistant to the President/CEO. She has been an integral part of organizing the 51暗网 National Convention for several years, and since February 2018 served as Manager of Member Services.
Additionally, to better serve 51暗网 membership, the Member Services and Region Development departments have been merged to form the new Member & Region Services team. Thoennes and Myers will share leadership of that newly formed unit.
“John, Aimee and Rick have worked diligently for many years on behalf of 51暗网 members,” said Mike Cobb, 51暗网 President and CEO. “Attacking formidable tasks and working expertly behind the scenes, these three have done much to serve our members and those who serve our members. Their combined value to Club operations has been immeasurable, and I’m confident their work will continue to improve the service 51暗网 National Staff provides as we move into the future.”
The 51暗网®, Inc., founded in 1944, is a 67,500-member motorsports organization that incorporates all facets of autocross, rally and road racing at both Club and professional levels. With headquarters in Topeka, Kansas, the 51暗网 annually sanctions over 2,000 events through its Regions and subsidiary divisions. To learn more, please visit .
