Motorcycle Council Reelects Three Board Members
Ashmore Ellis, Paul Langley and Zach Parham keep their seats on the Motorcycle Industry Council board of directors.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Motorcycles
Members of the Motorcycle Industry Council reelected Ashmore Ellis, Paul Langley and Zach Parham to the MIC board of directors. The three incumbents won in a six-candidate race for three aftermarket and allied trades positions.
Why it matters
The MIC board sets direction for the motorcycle industry trade group, and the vote keeps experienced aftermarket and allied trades representatives in place. Continuity on the board can shape industry priorities for the coming year.
Six candidates contested three aftermarket and allied trades seats on the 15-member MIC board. The reelected members will serve on the board for 2027.
The players
Motorcycle Industry Council
The Motorcycle Industry Council is the trade association representing motorcycle manufacturers, distributors and aftermarket companies in the United States.
Derek Brooks
Derek Brooks is the chairman of the MIC board and senior manager of Motorsports Business Management at Yamaha Motor Corp.
John Hinz
John Hinz is the vice chairman of the MIC board and represents KTM North America.
The details
Ellis is affiliated with Babes Ride Out and Babes in the Dirt, Langley with LeMans Corporation, and Parham with Comoto Family of Brands. Derek Brooks chairs the MIC board and John Hinz serves as vice chairman.
Timeline
The reelected board members will serve on the MIC board for 2027.
Roadmap
The MIC board, which spans manufacturers and aftermarket suppliers, guides shared industry positions across the U.S. motorcycle sector. Keeping incumbent aftermarket representatives in place preserves the current balance between suppliers and brand-side members.
Riders and shops rely on the MIC for industry standards and advocacy, so board composition can affect product and policy decisions. The reelected members will guide those priorities through 2027.
The takeaway
Stability on the MIC board signals continuity in aftermarket representation for the coming year. Motorcycle buyers and industry watchers can track board activity as the 2027 term begins.
Further reading
Explore more coverage in Motorcycles for industry context on the trade groups shaping the sector.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Powersports Business.
