Who We Are

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Gnocchi

Gnocchi is 8. A Double Doodle.
He’s the quiet heart behind all of this.

He’s more than a service dog.
He rides because he wants to.
He waits without question.
And he stays when it matters.

Kids trust him right away.
Adults… feel him.

He doesn’t know he’s brave.
He just shows up.

And somehow—he changes lives.

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Max

Max Orsini—Massimiliano—is the founder of Ride4LifeNW.

He was born in Italy.
Life brought him here… and gave him a second chance more than once.

He’s a two-time kidney transplant recipient.
A cancer survivor.
And someone who decided not to waste that.

Ride4LifeNW came from that place—
turning the road into something that matters.

Not just awareness.
Real conversations. Real connection.

He rides with his dog, Gnocchi, most of the time.
Because this isn’t about standing on a stage—
it’s about showing up where people are.

Before all this,

This is personal.

His belief is simple:

Life isn’t owned.
It’s borrowed.

And what matters is what you do with it…
and what you leave better behind.

Contact me max@Ride4LifeNW.com

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David

Vice President of Marketing & Development – Ride4LifeNW

David Woods serves as Vice President of Marketing & Development for Ride4LifeNW, where he helps transform vision into movement. A natural connector and builder, David brings ideas to life by forging partnerships, amplifying the mission, and creating meaningful opportunities for growth.

He leads brand development, sponsor engagement, and national visibility efforts—ensuring that Ride4LifeNW’s message of organ donor awareness and “No Dog Left Behind” reaches communities, corporations, and hearts across the country. His energy, creativity, and relentless drive help turn purpose into impact.

Contact me at david@Ride4LifeNw.com

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Sara

Sara Mairs is the Fundraising Manager at Ride4LifeNW, and main reference for "No Dogs Left Behind " where she leads relationship-driven fundraising to support organ-donation awareness, patient services, and community connection. Guided by a belief in storytelling and human connection, she works with donors, sponsors, healthcare partners, and community organizations to build sustainable support through individual giving, corporate partnerships, and grants. With heart and integrity, Sara helps turn compassion and shared purpose into meaningful impact for patients, families, and programs like No Dog Left Behind.

Please contact me at Sara@Ride4LifeNW.com

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Kevin

Director of Logistics & Expedition Operations – Ride4LifeNW

Kevin Sivertson serves as Director of Logistics & Expedition Operations for Ride4LifeNW, overseeing all travel planning, route coordination, and on-the-ground execution for the organization’s awareness runs and national expeditions. He is responsible for managing schedules, safety protocols, equipment readiness, and multi-state coordination with partners, hospitals, and sponsors.

With a disciplined operational mindset and a calm presence under pressure, Kevin ensures that every mile traveled supports the mission of organ donor awareness and the “No Dog Left Behind” initiative—turning vision into precise, reliable execution.

Contact me at kevin@Ride4LifeNW.com

Nick

Director of Strategic Alliances – Ride4LifeNW

Nick Trombetta serves as Director of Strategic Alliances for Ride4LifeNW, where he transforms authentic relationships into powerful national partnerships. Soft-spoken yet deeply driven, Nick builds trust the old-fashioned way—through integrity, clarity, and showing up when it matters most.

An avid ADV rider with a true love for the open road, Nick understands that every mile tells a story. He connects brands, riders, and community leaders to a mission bigger than any single journey—advancing organ donor awareness and championing the “No Dog Left Behind” initiative.

Grounded, genuine, and relentlessly committed, Nick doesn’t chase attention—he builds momentum. His leadership ensures that every alliance is rooted in purpose, adventure, and lasting impact.

Contact me at nick@Ride4LifeNW.com

Jamie

Jamie Orsini is the Event Coordinator and Co-Founder of Ride4LifeNW, where she plans and executes the events, journeys, and community engagements that bring the organization’s mission to life. She oversees logistics, partner coordination, and on-site execution to ensure every event is safe, welcoming, and meaningful for patients, families, and supporters. As a co-founder and the steady heart behind Ride4LifeNW, Jamie’s dedication, compassion, and behind-the-scenes leadership are essential to the organization’s impact and growth.

Please contact me at admin@Ride4LifeNW.com

Joy

Joy Bunde is the PR Manager at Ride4Life A lifelong communicator, community advocate, and business professional with a diverse background spanning journalism, marketing, human resources, and public relations. Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Joy grew up in a family deeply involved in sprint dog mushing, helping care for and train a dog lot of 52 sled dogs from an early age. Her dedication and competitive spirit led her to become the Junior World Champion in the three-dog sprint class multiple years in a row.

Joy graduated from Robert Service High School in Anchorage before earning her Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Public Relations from the University of Alaska Anchorage. She began her professional career in broadcast journalism, working as a news anchor and reporter for KTVA Channel 11 in Anchorage and later as Assistant News Director, main anchor, and producer for KIMO Channel 13. She continued her media career in Sacramento, California, working in a top-20 television market as a news desk assignment director.

After transitioning from broadcasting, Joy built a successful career in marketing and advertising, including owning a social media marketing agency in Anchorage. Her passion for helping organizations grow and connect with people eventually led her into the field of Human Resources. As a SHRM-CP certified HR professional, Joy has served as an HR Director for large corporations, overseeing compliance, recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and mentorship programs for workforces of up to 650 employees.

Today, Joy resides in Redmond, Oregon, where she remains actively involved in her community and local nonprofit efforts. She is proud to serve as the Public Relations representative for Ride for Life, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness and support for organ donation. Inspired by the organization’s mission and the life-changing impact of organ donation, Joy is honored to help share the stories, advocacy, and hope that Ride for Life brings to individuals and families everywhere.

Contact me at Joy@Ride4LifeNW.com