EXECUTIVE BOARD
The NAMOA executive board consists of motorcycle officers located throughout the Pacific Northwest and Canada. Their primary goal is to ensure the mission of the North American Motor Officers Association succeeds. They also oversee the annual training conference and provides guidance for the annual conference committee.
Meet our Board
Presidents Message
The North American Motor Officers Association (NAMOA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing training and professional standards for police motorcycle operators.
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Founded over 30 years ago as the Oregon Motor Officers Association, NAMOA has grown into a strong, enduring organization. While membership is open to officers from any agency worldwide, most members serve in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and British Columbia.
NAMOA is grounded in the belief that high‑quality training is essential to motor officer safety. Motor officers face elevated risks due to both the inherent dangers of police work and the complexities of operating a motorcycle in dynamic environments. Through consistent professional training, NAMOA has contributed significantly to reducing injuries and saving lives.
We extend our appreciation to our members for their commitment, to agency leadership for supporting motor training, and to our sponsors and partners whose contributions make our mission possible. Our conferences rely on the combined efforts of host agencies, vendors, and community partners to achieve the high level of success for which they are known.
Our organization exists to support all members. Successful training requires not only effective planning but also skilled instructors. Our “Red Hat” cadre plays a critical role in ensuring safe, structured, and effective training throughout each NAMOA event.
For some agencies, the NAMOA conference is the only motor training available. Agencies with additional training resources are encouraged to use them fully and consider assisting departments with fewer opportunities. Sharing expertise strengthens the profession and promotes safer, more capable motor officers across the region.
NAMOA remains committed to providing meaningful, relevant training. Our expectation for each host agency is straightforward: deliver training that benefits the membership and supports our mission.
The 2026 NAMOA Conference will be hosted by the King County Sheriff’s Office at Marymoor Park in Redmond, Washington. The venue offers excellent facilities and multiple training courses suitable for riders of all skill levels.
As president, I am honored to witness the dedication demonstrated throughout the organization—from the Executive Board’s adaptability to the extensive efforts of host agencies, to the continued engagement of our members. Your participation sustains more than three decades of professional training, collaboration, and camaraderie among motor officers past and present.
Stay safe, be vigilant, and focus on the purpose of our profession.
Sgt. Nate Pieske
President, NAMOA
