The Mission
A global team of designers, engineers, and technologists have come together to realize the vision of Civilized Cycles. Our mission is to build the most ‘civilized’ ebikes in the world, for the world.


Zachary Schieffelin
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Zach is a lifelong rider, mechanic, and builder. Founder and CEO of Vespa Soho (largest Vespa dealer in the U.S. after 3 years of operation), he has twelve years experience in scooter, motorcycle, and bicycle retail sales, service and management.
He has eight years experience with ebikes and electric motorcycles and is a graduate of the NYU Stern School of Business. Zach is based in Portland, OR and NY, NY.

Marc Liu
Chief Revenue Officer
Marc Liu spearheads Civilized Cycles’ go-to-market strategy, overseeing all aspects of sales and business development. Marc brings over a decade of brand and marketing experience with brands such as Turtle Bay Resort, Stoli, UFC, and The Halal Guys.
Prior to Civilized Cycles, Marc Liu was Head of Strategy and Operations at ELMNTL, a creative agency serving hospitality, travel, spirits and lifestyle brands.
Marc holds an Master in International Affairs from Columbia University and Sciences Po Paris.

Mike Fritz
Director of Production & Engineering
Mike is considered by many to be ‘Father’ of American ebike industry. After 17 years as Director of Engineering at Schwinn Bicycle Company, Mike served as VP of Product Development at EV Global Motors, Lee Iaccoca’s Chrysler backed electric bike initiative in the early 2000’s. He later held similar roles at Ultramotor and WaveCrest, two of the most technically advanced ebike pioneers, and has spent the last 7 years as consultant to top brands. Mike will manage all aspects of production, supply chain, and quality assurance.
Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Marquette University, and a Master of Engineering Management from Northwestern University.

Zoltan Kiss
Design Engineer
Zoltan is an engineer with more than 10 years of experience, ranging from small gadgets to pure industrial products.
He believes in the harmony between the look and functionality and prides himself in creative solutions.
Zoltan holds an MSC in industrial design, and is based in Budapest, Hungary.