Welcome to the Buffalo Triathlon Club

The Buffalo Triathlon Club (BTC) was founded in January of 1997, in Buffalo, New York. The goal of the BTC is to support and promote the multisport community in Buffalo and Western New York. We have members of all abilities and skill levels and offer events that everyone from beginners to veterans can enjoy and benefit from. Whether you are a veteran of many races, or someone who is just thinking about trying one, this club is for you!  The BTC is open to anyone wishing to join and abide by our club by-laws. We try to create a friendly community where new and beginner members won't feel intimidated and free to learn and train at their own pace with the help of other members.

The BTC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and has historically donated to various charities throughout the year. 

2025 Board of Directors & Officers

The BTC board of directors consists of 11 members that are elected annually by the membership. The board meets monthly to guide the overall direction of the club and vote on key issues. The four officers are elected by the board at the beginning of each year. Each board member is assigned to one or more of our four committees to focus on specific roles and responsibilities.

Below is a list of Board members and Elected officers within the club along with email contact information for each.

2025 Board of Directors - Elected Officers

Email: boardmembers<at> buffalotriathlonclub.com

PRESIDENT - Carol Novak

USAT Age Group: 50-54

Hobbies:  People have other hobbies? 

VICE PRESIDENT - Alisha Gannon

Hobbies: Herpetology, painting

SECRETARY- Andrea Pecoraro 

USAT Age group: 40-44

Hobbies: Hiking, SUP'ing, Adventuring, dog owner 

TREASURER - Jon Panetta

USAT Age Group: 30-34

Hobbies: Guitar, going to the movies, Milwaukee Bucks

Tom Piwtorak

USAT Age Group: 35-39

Hobbies; Homebrewing (Beer, wine, cider), Kayaking & SUP'ing, baseball/hockey dad, dance/theater dad, raquetsports

Dave Shapiro

USAT Age group: 60-64

Hobbies: Travel, photography, blogging, reading, overseas medical missions


David Federspeil

USAT Age Group: 55-59

Hobbies; listening to music, camping, pushing the sport boundaries of myself and helping others realize their own potentials and accomplishing their dreams

Michelle Nitsche

USAT Age Group: 35-39

Hobbies: hiking, paddleboarding, adventuring, coaching soccer, raquetsports

Amy Benedict

USAT Age Group: 45-49

Hobbies; working on the World Majors, fan of all things Disney and Harry Potter, reading, crocheting, paint/do art in a variety of mediums (favorite being painting ornaments for friends)

Deanna Giordano

USAT Age Group: 55-59

Hobbies; Owner of Studio Sophia Fitness Club, Personal Trainer, Pilates & Yoga Instructor, loves to Crochet and read 

Kelsi Linton

USAT Age: 25-29

Hobbies; Rock climbing, traveling to national parks, camping, hiking, dog mom

Club Officers

Events Committee

Planning and coordination of club workouts, club events, and other training opportunities.

Membership Committee

Maintains the membership database/roster. Responsible for new member welcoming and inclusion.

Partnership Committee

Maintains club partnerships and arranges partner-lead special events.

Communication Committee

Club communications such as weekly & monthly email newsletters. Maintains the club website.

Other Teams & Contacts

Tent & Flag Coordinator

Coordinates the storage and loaning of our two 10'x10' pop-up BTC tents and smaller road flags. Members are welcome to borrow them for events.

Bike Box Coordinator

Receives and coordinates bike box reservations.

Apparel Coordinators

Coordinates apparel orders, deliver orders, & hold inventory.

Technical / Web 

Maintains the technical aspects of running the club's IT/online presence such as the website, email, 3rd party services, etc....


 

Newsletters

Check out some of our prior newsletters to see what the BTC has been up to.

Charities & Giving

Since the BTC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, we have historically donated to various charities throughout the year.  

Our 2025 charity is 

Sloan Comfort Care

Providing Erie County with a Community Home for the Dying

With Peace.

With Comfort.

With Dignity. 

Here are some of the charities BTC has donated to in prior years