Piotr Nowocień, is a Polish-American entrepreneur, investor, and political activist known for his innovative ventures and cultural diplomacy. He founded Vivélo, a boutique bicycle brand in Miami’s Wynwood district, celebrated for its vibrant, customizable cruisers and endorsed by figures like Kevin O’Leary. In 2022, he launched Pierogi One, a fast-casual restaurant chain introducing modernized Polish pierogi to American audiences, earning media attention from outlets like Forbes. His earlier career includes leading InPost Finanse’s mobile payment innovations and founding Asapon, Poland’s first network of automated parcel-sending kiosks, revolutionizing logistics with 24/7 accessibility.
Nowocień also played a pivotal role in restructuring Radomiak Radom, his hometown football club, where he retains a 25% stake and legal rights to its name.
Beyond business, he is a dedicated supporter of the Republican Party and Polish-American relations, serving as a director of the American Institute of Polish Culture and founding the National Polish American Foundation. In 2025, he participated in the Friends of Poland Summit at Mar-a-Lago, strengthening U.S.-Poland ties alongside prominent political figures.
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