Staff
Eric Peters
Director of Operations
Email: eric.peters@gbaso.org
“My skateboarding journey started in 2016 when my son Isaiah and I started learning how to skate together at GBASO. GBASO was such a welcoming and encouraging place that we caught on quickly and felt right at home. After riding for a year or so I started to teach others that were just getting started. This led to my role as a skate coach and eventually to the head skate coach position.
I enjoy teaching kids who are stepping on their boards for the first time. Witnessing how skateboarding helps kids build confidence and self esteem, one fall at a time, is the most rewarding! I love GBASO because of its inclusivity and how it acts as a safe haven for a lot of kids and adults in our community.”
Scott Sawinski
Director of Fundraising
Email:
Bio coming soon
Nikki Fierek
Customer Service Manager
& Volunteer Coordinator
Laiyah Lee
Front Counter & Skate Coach
Email:
Bio coming soon
Dominick Pierce
Front Counter & Skate Coach
Email:
Bio coming soon
Mike Haasch
Front Counter & Skate Coach
Email:
Bio coming soon
Andrew Ross
Skate Coach (Volunteer)
“I have been skateboarding for the majority of my life and in that time, I have learned how beneficial it can be, especially for someone’s mental health. Skateboarding promotes focus and creativity and provides a sense of pure freedom and enjoyment. Because of that, I enjoy coaching and building confidence in individuals of all ages.
Outside of skateboarding, I enjoy spending time with my wife, Nicole, and my two boys, Joey and Oliver. Additionally, I enjoy playing pool and attending racing events at the track.”
Colin
Front Counter & Skate Coach
“I’m 15 years old and have been skateboarding for around 3 years. GBASO has helped show me dedication through skateboarding, along with how kind people can be. GBASO’s mission for developing the youth has truly impacted me as a person and has changed me for the better.”
Casey Rentmeester
Web & Social Media Coordinator
Email: marketing@gbaso.org
For more than 10 years, Casey (he/him) has been an active part of the GBASO community, supporting the park through volunteer work, creative storytelling, and a deep passion for its mission. You may have seen some of his work on the KickTalesGB YouTube channel or on Instagram.
Now serving as Web & Social Media Coordinator, Casey manages GBASO’s online presence—developing content, keeping the website up-to-date, and engaging the community across digital platforms. He continues to contribute behind the camera as well, creating photo and video content that captures the spirit and energy of the park.
Board of Directors
Jason Bartanen
GBASO Board President
Shea Nimocks
GBASO Board Secretary
Paul Fruzyna
GBASO Board Treasurer
Mike Pierce
GBASO Board Member
Nicole Von Holzen
GBASO Board Member
Stephanie Albrecht
GBASO Board Member