GA Chain Gang

A special thanks to our 2009 Crew:
Awesome Bosses: Albert Bodine and Debra Priest
Loyal Crew: Jason Allison, Warren Bruno, Christi Condra, Frank Fuerst, Chuck Murphy, Marshall Priest, David Rossetti, Melanie Zinger 

Introducing our 2010 Crew:

Crew Chiefs: Warren Bruno, Jane Eastham

Crew: Tammy Addison, Mark Engemann, David Gluck, Dave Payne, David Rossetti, Marshall Siler, Caroline von Fluegge

Warren Bruno

Over the past thirty five years, Bruno has owned and operated twelve restaurants in the Atlanta Community, including Aunt Charley’s, Groundhog Tavern, Mike and Angelo’s and Atkins Park Restaurants.  The newest addition, Ormsby’s, has just opened on the West Side at 14th and Howell Mill.
 
Warren is a Cancer Survivor.  In 2005 he was diagnosed with Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.  With six months of chemotherapy and the love and support of his family, Warren recovered and was in remission for four years.  Unfortunately the cancer has returned and he is currently in for a second round of treatment.  Through cycling Warren has worked to give back to those who have supported him.  For the past three years he has participated in the two-day, 200 mile, Pan Mass Challenge raising over $19,000 for Cancer Research.  He is a member of Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Team in Training and has participated in the Claxton Century raising an additional $3,000 for research.
 
Warren is a returning crew member from the successful 2009 RAAM ride.  He is always ready for adventure and has volunteered to be Crew Chief for the Georgia Chain Gang in 2010.  Warren brings a wealth of experience, a positive attitude and a quirky sense of humor to the effort.  Having participated in the 2010 RAAM he knows the importance of a strong support team and is working to recruit, train, and manage a diverse yet cohesive Crew.
 
Warren is excited about the active role that Leukemia Lymphoma Society Team in Training is taking in this years ride and hopes to bring the Georgia Chain Gang fundraising efforts to a new level! 

Jane Eastman

Jane’s interest in road cycling began in 2004 when she first joined the Team in Training program as a participant in the Lake Tahoe Century. Having always been a casual runner, she wanted to do something different. TNT provided the opportunity to support a cause near and dear to her, having lost both a young cousin and her grandfather to blood cancers. Since then, she has participated in 26 Team in Training events (centuries, ½ and full marathons, and triathlons) and raised over $70,000 to help in researching cures for these diseases. 

One of Jane’s greatest adventures was a 2008 cycling trip that followed the final week of the Tour de France. Following each stage and then personally riding up the Alpe d’Huez and the Col de Galibier increased her appreciation for the training and endurance required to ride day after day for thousands of miles. By supporting the Georgia Chain Gang, she is looking forward to the first-hand opportunity to help a team complete an incredible cycling feat such as the Race Across America. 

A native of Indianapolis and a graduate of Purdue University, Jane has lived in the Atlanta area for the last 8 years. She has worked for Kimberly-Clark Corp. in a variety of supply chain management roles for over 20 years. 

Jane personally believes that finding a cure for blood cancers will eventually lead to advancements in the cure for all cancers. Her mission is to continue fundraising and being actively involved in Team in Training until that day arrives. “I participate in memory of my niece, Lara, who lost her battle against Leukemia at age 15, and in honor of my mom, who has beaten cancer twice, as well as many other family members, friends and acquaintances, who are always in my heart and never far away in thought.” 

Tammy Addison

Tammy is excited join as a crew member for the Chain Gang in 2010. The race to find a cure for blood cancers such as Leukemia and Lymphoma has held a very special place in her heart since 2004. That was the year her daughter, Amber, was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. She fought this horrible disease for 18 months, but unfortunately lost the final battle. Tammy saw first-hand what these diseases can do to the ones we love. Her hope is that in the very near future no one else will have to endure the pain and horror experienced by her daughter and entire family. 

Even though Amber is gone, her spirit is very much alive in Tammy, encouraging her to move forward and lend a hand to help others in any way she can. The kindness, generosity and passion of the people Tammy met during her daughter’s ordeal have inspired her to give back through participation in events such as Team in Training. She cherishes the experiences she had through training for and completing two half marathons with TNT in San Francisco and Nashville.
Tammy looks forward to providing support and encouragement to the team as they dedicate themselves to raising money to help fund a cure. She knows her daughter, Amber, will be there too, cheering them on!!! She looks forward to the challenge, the camaraderie, and all the priceless memories that will be made during RAAM 2010! 

Mark Engemann

Mark’s role on the Chain Gang is twofold:  His first role will serve the team as a crew member and mechanic.  He second role is serving as the primary alternate rider if needed prior to the start of RAAM.   He will be training alongside the Chain Gang and assisting team rider Dave Armento with strength training and rebuilding his endurance after his injury, such that he can finish the race that he set out to do last year.

Mark’s passion for cycling was ignited by two great friends from Louisville, who asked him to participate in an MS150 ride.   Since that event he has completed four additonal MS150 rides, 5 triathlons, numerous centuries, and even won his first criterium race in 2009.  This was a proud moment for him and an accomplishment achieved by his commnitment to losing over 50 pounds via cycling and proper diet.   Mark enjoys being an active advocate for Atlanta’s cyclists through many organizations and you can find him working weekends at Atlanta Cycling.

Mark has served his country honorably through the United States Marine Corps during the Desert Storm War.  He truly believes, “Once a Marine,  Always a Marine” and he carries this honor with him when performing any activity.  To Mark, the Race Across America is a small way  to contribute back to those who suffer from blood cancers.  He will carry the mission of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society with honor and respect to all those deserve a cure for their disease.  As he performs his different roles with The Georgia Chain Gang, he will “never” give up training or diligence to keep the team going.

David Payne

Dave participated in his first Team in Training event in 1999.  Since then he and his wife have continued to train, coach, and raise money to help the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society defeat blood cancers.  Although Dave didn’t have a personal connection to blood cancer victims when he started, over the last 10 years he has met many patients, survivors, and families that have been affected by these cancers.  He truly appreciates the day to day difference that the money raised makes in these peoples life. 

With a strong background in both professional and amateur motorsport teams and in bicycle racing and mechanics, Dave is excited to be part of the Georgia Chain Gang.  He is also determined to help the team meet their 2010 fundraising goals. 

David Rossetti

54 Years old, married for 29 years to Linda, three children; Sarah 24, Brian and Patrick 22. My wife and I have our own company that sells payment services. Hobbies are reffing lacrosse and basketball, woodworking, fly fishing, bike riding, and golf. 

David was a member of the Georgia Chain Gang’s crew in its rookie year – 2009. He brings a wealth of knowledge from that experience. We look forward to his help getting to the finish line again! 

 Marshall Siler

Marshall has been living in Asheville NC for the past ten years with two wonderful daughters and providing a variety of consulting services for schools and mental health organizations who serve behavior disorder populations. Prior to that, he spent 15 years in Atlanta. Our crew chief Warren was lucky enough to marry one of Marshall’s best friends from high school and college and one of the reasons he originally came to Atlanta (maybe Warren’s bar, Atkins Park, was somewhere on that list as well!). Currently Warren and family provide a literal home away from home for Marshall as his work takes me back to Atlanta regularly.

For the past 5 years, Marshall has also shared with Warren a growing passion for road biking. He has witnessed fist hand the tremendous positive spirit that Warren has produced in his fight against lymphoma, which has been an inspiration to Marshall. A highlight for him was participating with Warren in the 2008 Pan-Mass challenge which to date has raised close to $300 million for cancer research. “As a cyclist I am amazed at what these four guys are going to accomplish in the RAAM ride. As a friend and admirer of Warren, I want to contribute as much as I can as a crew member but more importantly I want to be a part of doing something to help fight this disease by raising money and awareness towards funding research and finding a cure.” …Plus, it’s kinda hard to say no to Warren!

Caroline von Fluegge 

Dr. Caroline von Fluegge, founder of Balance Atlanta Family Chiropractic in Atlanta, has been in practice for over 11-years. Her commitment is to empower patients towards optimal health by combining a specialty of family and sports chiropractic with nutrition, yoga, and neuromuscular therapy. The Balance Atlanta clientele includes pregnant moms, athletes, children, parents, business people, as well as celebrities in the entertainment industry. In addition, Dr. Caroline frequently contributes to fitness magazines, produces corporate wellness programs, and makes guest appearances on national television and radio. See her in action at www.balanceatlanta.com.

When she was little and had pig-tails, Caroline rode her bike – flowered banana seat and all – around her neighborhood. Then she rode a green Schwinn clunker around Central Park in NYC. She graduated to carbon fiber and rode the double century Pan Mass Challenge to support the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Later, she became Forrest Gump on a bike and rode from Seattle to NY . Shortly after registering for the TNT Tucson century, her mom was diagnosed with lymphoma. A few years later, her dad found out he has CLL. Dr. Caroline’s purpose is to touch the lives of many by focusing on the positive, enhancing more of what is working right, igniting the inner mojo of awesome-ness, and keeping mind and body on the same page thereby carrying on the spirit of her amazing mother.