Evan Solida: Industrial Designer specializing in Kayak Design and Rotomolded Products in Grand Junction, Colorado

Noteworthy projects include: • Redesigned bicycle (CitiBike) used in rental programs in major metropolitan areas • Designed Blue Competition Cycles Triad SL triathlon frame and AC1 aero-road frame • Designed multiple kayak models that allow paddler to lay in prone position and use webbed gloves rather than a paddle • Designed other kayaks and accessories, including the Emotion Envy 11 and Spitfire 8, which are both available at REI

• Managed complete design of the WattBox, including software and all design (packaging, graphics, enclosure, instructions, certification from FCC, etc.), as well the supply chain. • Responsible for successfully launching updated Revolution indoor trainer to be 11-speed compatible and quieter. • Coordinated production levels and managed inventory of Revolution, Watt Box, and bicycle components (Time USA)

•Invented the Cerevellum Hindsight 35, the world’s first cyclometer with rearview camera and accident recording. U.S. Patent #8,643,722 ”Rear-View Display System for Bicycle,” issued in 2014. •Generated formal business plan which resulted in receiving grant from SC Launch, loan backed by Michelin Development and capital investment from UCAN (Upstate Carolina Angel Network.) •Managed electronic hardware and software development with Aeronix; designed all graphics, plastics and packaging.  •General business management including sales forecasts, customer service, accounting, financial reports, etc. •Hindsight 35 introduced at Interbike 2011, named “Product of the Show.” First units delivered to customers in 2012

Developed innovative and easy-to-manufacture products such as automobile ice-scrapers and aftermarket consoles for big-box retailers. Created entire line of trailer wiring products with new visual brand language and unique features for the market. Brought some passionate design to an otherwise bland product.