TR needs a T-shirt saying 'Be more Amber'. Such an effective communicator and force of positivity.

— Listener Alistair White via YouTube

Wow, I'm blown away! This is a shining example of science communication, which is notoriously difficult to nail. Thank you for taking the time to provide a display of critical thinking and empower all athletes to be able to look at the research themselves and apply it.

— Listener Collin Drake via YouTube

I wanted you all to know I’ve been having the new sales folks at work listen to Amber’s retro [retrospective podcast]. It’s so good and really relates to where they are in their careers. “I know what to do” is our new motto. Thank you all so much for this interview. It hits home.

- Listener via Direct Message on Instagram

These interviews usually aren't my cup of tea, but I gave a listen because it’s Amber. This was such an eloquent and honest interview. Really well done. Thank you for sharing.

- Listener @Abidingdude via TrainerRoad Forum

Everyone wants Amber on all the time!

- Listener @benmcduff via TrainerRoad Forum

I have Amber’s voice in my head. ‘Just be kind to yourself’. It’s like the best piece of advice ever.

- Listener @grawp via TrainerRoad Forum

The addition of [Amber] to our community is incredible. Her experience, perspective, and input is priceless. Her input is truly next level, and I can’t wait to hear more. I woudl [sic] love to hear more.

- Listener @Motomystic via TrainerRoad Forum

Thank you. I have learnt more in the first 35 mins of this podcast than I have in the last 3 years of cycling combined. That was amazing!

I wish I had Amber as a teacher/lecturer at university when I was younger. I would of [sic] understood a whole lot more!

- Listener @averageroadie via TrainerRoad Forum

I just want to say that Amber is hands down the most inspiring person I’ve ever heard in [sic] your podcast. Her voice, her enthusiasm, her openness to being vunerable [sic] just shone through. I’m just back in from a 6 hour ride and she makes me want to go back out for another one. Love it!

- Listener @Unrelentinghate via TrainerRoad Forum

I love Ambers high EQ input and the tips on self talk.

— Listener Josh Worley via YouTube

Amber's piece on self-criticism was so, so useful---please make it a clip! And, in general, please feature more from Amber about supporting yourself through sustainable, curiosity-based approaches to training.

— Listener Ellen Muehlberger via YouTube

Amber cares deeply people for the people around her, a characteristic that came across right away when I met her though NAA. She humbly and graciously shares her knowledge and confidence with athletes of all skill levels and backgrounds. Her grounded nature rubs off on everyone around her and she is an absolute honor/joy to work with.

What sets Amber and NAA clinics apart is her inclusive approach to building community. Amber sets a tone of "you're good enough, you belong here, and I welcome you"-- key principles to make a lasting impact on the athletes she mentors. It sounds simple, and in a way it is, but this kind of culture is often absent in athletic mentoring! Amber gets right to the point of human growth and connection which is where the magic happens.

— Kristin Motley, Co-Director @ Rooted Vermont

Working with Amber through NAA has been a profound and valuable experience. Amber is a visionary and a kind soul. Most notably, I feel like Amber was doing impactful inclusion work, in the communities we had access to, before the world started telling people/brands/organizations that this work needed to be done. Through that experience, I've grown in my own community interactions, networking, and mentoring. My experience with Amber as a personal mentor helped shape how I lead as an event director, clinic instructor, and VP of Community Development with my nutrition brand. I am very grateful that I was part of NAA and had the opportunity to learn from the best!

— Jessica Cerra, VP Product & Community Development @ Alete Active Nutrition

Working with Amber at events through NAA was rewarding in several capacities. Athletes received incredible benefits and valuable connections through NAA. From networking with other women in business, not only were career paths and social ventures affected for the better, but lasting friendships were also formed. Amber has an uncanny ability to not only make a project, mission or company succeed, but to elevate each individual on a personal level as well. Any organization would be lucky to have Amber on board.

One of Amber's greatest strengths is to see what is missing in a space and using this void to create change. She's done this with NAA and #BeAGoodWheel. Amber saw what was missing for the advancement of athletes--specifically women--and formed an organization to change the trajectory. She's done so successfully. If we want to see this world move forward better, faster and stronger, we need an Amber in every corner.

— Kathryn Bertine, CEO @ Homestretch Foundation

From our early days as teammates on the US National Team to working with Amber through her non-profit, Network for Advancing Athletes (NAA), I have had countless opportunities to confirm that Amber is uniquely talented and an amazing human being. Amber can seemingly do it all: exceptional attention to detail, master of logistics and operations, creator of meaningful networking and mentorship opportunities, and hosting events that are both impactful and foster community growth. During my time organizing events for my business, numerous clients came from the NAA community; Amber volunteered her time to support my events; and NAA members grew from individuals seeking mentorship to being mentors, coaches or pros. Incredible results right there.

— Janel Spilker, Director of Business Development @ Hustle Fund

Amber, quite simply, is a marketer's dream. I've been working directly with professional cyclists - both men and women - since 2004, and she is one of, if not the easiest and best riders to work with. Aside from her exceptional athletic ability, she is extremely intelligent, understands the business and media aspect of professional cycling, and always acts in a professional and ethical manner - on and off the bike. My only regret is that I only got to work with her for one season. Hopefully, I'll have the opportunity to work with her again in the future.

— Jeff Sobul (formerly) Communications and Marketing Consultant @ Team TIBCO Pro Cycling

The Tour de Nez Outreach brought Amber in on a couple occasions to help promote our company’s presence in the cycling world and as a mentor to local students. She also raced in the Tour de Nez bike race, won it, and became the unofficial spokesperson of the race. She inspired the heck out of everyone she came in contact with. She lives her life with great enthusiasm and finds great success in her endeavors. That is very evident in her presentations and work. We felt that it was a great privilege for us to have Amber work with us.

— Tim Healion, (formerly) Executive Director @ Tour de Nez Outreach

We are always extremely pleased to have Amber speak at CCAP events. She does a remarkable job of captivating our audiences through her passion and confidence. The clarity and conciseness of her speeches also makes it easy for everyone to follow her message. Most importantly, she adds tremendous value by helping our audiences truly connect with, understand, and feel motivated by our cause.

— David Hoyle, (formerly) Executive Director @ Connecticut Cycling Advancement Program

I teach a sportswriting class in the journalism department at the University of Connecticut. At the suggestion of a friend, I invited Amber Pierce to talk to my students about her athletic career, including her swimming years and how and why she turned to cycling. The students were enthralled with her candidness, humor and energy as she spoke to them about her life. In fact of all of the speakers I have had she ranks among the most evocative. The stories the students turned in based on their interaction with her were among the most lively and complete I have had in many semesters and I attribute this to her presentation. I cannot wait to her have her back again in subsequent semesters.

— Terese Karmel, (formerly) Instructor and Advisor @ University of Connecticut