#211 – Team Volkswagen
Sponsored By:
Volkswagen of America (others pending)
Mercedes Lilienthal
Driver
Occupation:
Freelance journalist and PR/marketing consultant
Residence:
Portland, Oregon
Favorite Quote:
“She who dares ... will conquer.” - Mercedes Lilienthal
Fun Fact:
I'm a dual citizen German American and have family in the U.S., Germany, and New Zealand. My parents emigrated from Germany in the 1960s via job opportunity to start their own shop with welding, fabrication, and blacksmithing.
Prior Years Competed:
2018 (Team Free Range Dames)
Awards Achieved:
Emily Winslow
Navigator
Occupation:
Project Manager
Residence:
Puyallup, WA
Favorite Quote:
"Speak your mind, even if your voice shakes.” - Maggie Kuhn“She was never quite ready. But she was brave. And the universe listens to brave.” - Rebecca Ray
Fun Fact:
My love of Navigation started early on with family camping trips where we always had a box of maps or an Atlas in the car. Using open windows across the country to stay cool and enjoy the view while I fought and laughed with my sister in the back seat. I definitely learned how to read a map from my Mom. Then added the skills of compasses and topography from my Dad with orienteering.
Prior Years Competed:
Yes, 2018 & 2019 (Naviguessers)
Awards Achieved:
2018 2nd place in Crossover division. 2018 Tire Change Challenge Winners.
Vehicle
The "Third Teammate"
Make, Model, Year:
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro
