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Dive into authentic conversations with our guests, exploring their journeys, triumphs, and the moments that defined their love through motorcycles. We also highlight the rising stars ready to lead the next generation. Whether you’re a rider or just curious, our stories will inspire and connect you to some of the most amazing people of our industry.
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Politics, Passion & the Power of Advocacy with Scott Schloegel | One Gang Worldwide Ep 123
Scott Schloegel is the Senior Vice President of Government Relations for the Motorcycle Industry Council, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America, and the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association. He’s spent his career walking the fine line between politics and passion, making sure the rider’s voice is heard in the halls of Washington, the states, and beyond.
In this episode, we take a powerful journey through Scott’s early roots, how he found his way into the world of powersports advocacy, and the pivotal career steps that shaped his ability to influence policy at the highest levels. From there, we dive straight into the real battles happening right now with tariffs, PFAS regulations, state-level challenges, federal roadblocks, and the economic weight the powersports industry carries across the country.
Scott opens up about:
- Why the industry desperately needs strong representation
- How the wrong policies can cripple riders, dealers, and manufacturers
- The wins he’s helped secure and the fights still ahead
- Why collective advocacy is more important now than ever
This is a rare behind-the-curtain look at the person who ensures motorcycling’s voice is heard in the rooms where decisions are made.
If you ride, if you sell, if you build, or if you simply care about the future of this industry, this is an episode you cannot afford to miss.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:44 Rapid Fire Questions
08:40 Early Life and Influences
12:51 College and Early Career
15:10 Capitol Hill Experience
22:08 Transition to Power Sports
26:14 Current Role and Responsibilities
33:59 Challenges and Priorities
38:34 Engaging Lawmakers: Strategies and Impact
39:33 Economic Impact of Outdoor Recreation
42:50 Challenges and Rewards of Leadership
46:53 Trending Topics: Term Limits, Pay Suspensions, and Lobbying
57:05 Future of the Power Sports Industry
01:00:09 Advice for the Next Generation of Leaders
01:02:45 The Importance of Advocacy and Community Engagement
01:09:25 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
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