Mark Nadeau, Co-managing Partner at DLA Piper LLP, is serving as Executive Chairman for the 2011 Phoenix Tour de Cure, the signature cycling event of the American Diabetes Association. Nadeau slowly progressed from the purely recreational cyclist to become (at the behest of his insane friends) a rider on the Century circuit having completed the Triple By-Pass in Colorado and El Tour de Tucson. In doing so he vastly improved his health and enjoys riding with many friends in Arizona and Colorado. He is applying his dedication and commitment to the cause of the American Diabetes Association, to lead a corporate recruitment effort for the Tour de Cure. 
“Every company and every family is touting wellness and healthy eating along with physical exercise,” said Nadeau. “Little did anyone appreciate the ADA has been teaching this for decades. I am a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes in waiting. And many of us are. For me, the bicycle brings along the benefits of friendship, community, excitement with life, and a healthy focus on eating and weight control. It is an honor to work with the ADA and our firm is proud to be one team riding in the Tour de Cure.” 
He explains “Our business morale is improved when we sponsor and participate in this ride. Our people become one and are not separated by the artificial cubicles in the office. We have shared some great laughs and smiles pedaling down the road. At the same time, we know we must take this disease seriously and work to eradicate it.” 
Bring a team and join Mark at the 2011 Tour de Cure on Saturday, March 12, at REACH 11 Sports Complex.  With routes from 8 to 62 miles, there is a ride for every cyclist.   To register or learn more about the event, visit http://main.diabetes.org/gotophoenix. For more information on riding or forming a team, call 602.861.4731 X 7093 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .