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OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM

The Manitoba Karting Association is governed by a group of hard-working, elected individuals that make up a Board of Directors. Their dedication to the sport and ongoing effort to improve the club and help it grow are the what make them the backbone of the MKA.  

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Brett Keilback

President

Brett is in his 3rd season as President of the MKA. As a racer himself with experience in both snowmobile racing and karting, he has a deep passion for motorsports and is dedicated to the growth of the club and it's members.

Email Brett
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Jeff Sobetski

Vice-President

Jeff has an extensive background in racing both snowmobiles and go-karts, with two kids who have grown up doing both. His daughter currently races Senior Grande.

Email Jeff
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Martin Dobson

Treasurer

Marty is in his second season as the club's treasurer, but has been a member for many more. As a racer in Senior Grande, he splits his time between burning laps and balancing the books.

Email Marty
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Monica Brooks

Secretary

Monica is starting her 3rd term as Secretary for the club. Her background in Marketing has been vital in helping boost the club's exposure. Her stepson, Colton currently races Senior Briggs.

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Blanca Stelmachowich

Director/Volunteer Coordinator

Blanca is in her second year as Director with the MKA. She's a full-time teacher who shares a love of racing with her son Fernando, who currently competes in Senior Briggs.

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David Van Dassealaar

Director

David keeps busy as the "crew chief" for not one, but two young racers. His son and daughter, who are in the Junior 1 and Kid Kart classes share a love of the sport and all things racing.

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Guy Budel

Director

As Past-President of the club, and Dad to long-time member Alexis who races in Senior Briggs, Guy spends countless hours trackside mentoring new drivers and sharing his extensive knowledge in the sport.

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Andreas Huber

Director

As a new member of the Board this season, Andreas and his family joined the club a few years back when his son Gustav (now J2) was a J1 . They soon fell in love with the sport and have been big supporters of the club ever since. 

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Dave Evans

Head Flagger

Dave has been a pillar to the MKA community for many years. You can find him on race days at the start/finish line, waving that green flag with the same passion that he has for the sport and this community.

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Tristan Baessler

Race Director

Tristan raced go-karts competitively for many years, and has since reignited her love for the sport by getting involved from an official's point of view. These days you'll find her in the Director tower on the track.

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TBA

Technical Inspector

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