organization and seen many changes through the years. As we continue to meet the demands of our members, sponsors, and fans it is important that we continue to commit resources to ensuring that we stay at the forefront of the sport. Hiring Alex as the Managing Editor of the BMXer will expand the staff of the magazine and help us produce a better product. We are excited that Alex has agreed to join us and look forward to the changes to come.”
Kienlen has been active in journalism for the last 20 years, including publication of freelance news and feature articles for various publications from his Conway, Arkansas, home. He took up BMX racing shortly after completing the Journalism MA program at the University of Arkansas in Little Rock 11 years ago, and continues to race BMX weekly at area tracks, as well as participating in regional and national BMX competition. He has acted as a track operator of an ABA-sanctioned track, and continues to volunteer his time operating a local track, Bonzai BMX in North Little Rock, Arkansas, with roles including mentoring and resource management.
“Best sport in the world,” Kienlen said, about his involvement in BMX. “What BMX does for people, for families, and at the same time just being flat-out fun, is an absolute joy.”
Kienlen has assumed managing editor duties beginning with the publication of the August edition of BMXer.
The American Bicycle Association announces new Managing Editor of BMXer magazine
Aug 20, 2010
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The American Bicycle Association (ABA) announced its appointment of Alex Kienlen as Managing Editor of its BMXer magazine. Kienlen, long time BMX racer, track volunteer, and columnist for the magazine will move into this new role overseeing production and content of BMXer . The magazine is produced monthly by the sanction.“I’m honored, excited and absolutely stoked for this opportunity to increase my contribution to the BMX community, and to do so as a member of the ABA team,” Kienlen said. “BMXer has always been a touchstone for myself and my family for all things BMX, and to be able to move into the Managing Editor role is a great opportunity and honor.”
“The BMXer has been a part of the ABA from the beginning”, BA Anderson, ABA CEO said. “The magazine has grown with the
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