Gala Speakers 2025

Host + Personality / Content Creator @ Sirius XM Radio Inc.

For radio personality, host and tastemaker Gray Rizzy, the music always comes first. Long before Rick Gray became one of the cornerstones of programming on SiriusXM’s Hip Hop Nation and Eminem’s Shade 45, he embedded himself at the intersection of hip-hop, R&B and jazz in his hometown of the South Bronx. Living in NYC presented Gray endless opportunities within the culture and along the way he was selected to join a live hip hop program on SiriusXM.

Carving out his own lane, He created the “First Play Special” now known as “Album Snapshot” on Shade 45 where artists come to exclusively walk Gray through a new project to describe how it was created for the listeners. Gray Rizzy leading that special brought star power to the channel with exclusive and intimate interviews for the listeners from their favorite artists and increased the listenership during the time slot.

This success gave Gray Rizzy the opportunity to host his own late night program on Shade 45 called The We Outchea Show which runs Tuesday thru Friday 12am - 3am ET / 9p PT. He is considered essential listening for the culture and also serves as anchor mid-days ET / mornings PT on SiriusXM’s flagship hip hop channel Hip Hop Nation every Monday through Friday 12p to 6p ET / 9a PT.

Kim Ross is a community builder, Production Manager in live events and entertainment, and business operations consultant.

Her production work has spanned projects for Nike, Reebok, Puma, Viacom, The Obama Administration, Disney, and Universal. Whether she’s producing print shoots for sports brands or executing world-class experiences, Kim’s work has existed at the intersection of brands, talent, and their audiences for almost 15 years.

Kim channels her experiential work as a foundation for authentic community building and community-centered organizational operations. She's created systems infrastructure for clubs and businesses in the cycling industry, enabling them to seamlessly scale their operations.

Kim began riding as a commuter in NYC over 10 years ago. She’s an alumna of the Major Knox Adventures 1928 Legacy Tour and a marathon finisher who enjoys introducing others to the empowering joy of cycling and running.

Anita Butler (she/her) is the Chief Design Officer at Strava, where she oversees all aspects of the platform's design and innovation, including brand and marketing design, product design, research, and content design. With over 20 years of experience, Anita previously served as Vice President of Product Design at X (formerly Twitter), where she led the design of consumer experiences. Before that, she was the Head of Design for Facebook’s Stories Experience, helping to build and grow the Stories format, gaining deep insights into how people connect and share online.

Throughout her career, Anita has focused on creating prosocial, respectful online communities. Prior to her work in social media, she held key roles at eCommerce companies like Walmart, Hotwire, and Sephora, leading digital marketing, branding, and product design.

As a leader at Strava, Anita continues to elevate the brand while driving innovation across the platform. Her commitment to fostering inclusive and engaging communities online aligns with All Clubs LA’s mission of building a sustainable and inclusive future in cycling, which will be a central focus of the upcoming ACLA Gala. Anita’s vision and expertise contribute to this shared goal of creating spaces where everyone feels welcome and empowered.

Dr. Marlon Lee Moncrieffe is a former road and time-trial racing cyclist, and a multiple British, European, and World Championship track sprint medalist. He holds a Doctorate in Education and Sport. Dr. Moncrieffe's debut cycling book, Desire, Discrimination, Determination - Black Champions in Cycling (Rapha Editions), was long listed for the 2021 William Hill Sports Book of the Year and won the 2022 Sunday Times Cycling Book of the Year award. His upcoming book, New Black Cyclones (Bloomsbury Press), will be published in November 2024.

As a passionate advocate for inclusion in cycling, Dr. Moncrieffe supports All Clubs LA’s vision of building a sustainable and inclusive future for the sport, which will be a key focus at the ACLA Gala. His work continues to inspire positive change and celebrate the rich history and contributions of Black athletes in cycling.

Rahsaan Bahati (10X US Champion Pro Cyclist) is a celebrated professional cyclist, devoted father, and advocate for underrepresented youth. Hailing from Compton, California, Rahsaan discovered Velodrome cycling at 11 and went on to become a 10-time US National Champion. Specializing in criterium and track cycling, he has earned recognition as one of the fastest sprinters in the US. Notable teams he has raced for include Rock Racing and TIAA-Cref Pro Cycling, and he has competed internationally as a member of the USA National Team.

In addition to his racing achievements, Rahsaan founded the Bahati Foundation which aims to create cycling opportunities for underserved youth in hopes of introducing more of them to the power of the bicycle. In addition, he is co-founder of the Methods To Winning Elite Cycling Team LLC (MTW) in Los Angeles to still feed his cycling competitive spirit.

His contributions extend beyond cycling; Rahsaan has been recognized with numerous awards, including a dedication award at the El Tour de Tucson and the key to the city of Anniston, Alabama. He has been featured in prominent publications and currently hosts "Cycling the Heartland - Southern California" on the Global Cycling Network. Rahsaan is also the subject of the series "Bahati: Out of Compton," highlighting his mentorship journey.

An Indiana University alumnus, Rahsaan studied computer animation and telecommunications, while also pursuing his passion for music as a member of the IU Soul Revue funk band. He proudly serves as an ambassador for Giant Bicycles USA.

Ayesha McGowan (she/they) made history as the first African-American woman to become a professional road cyclist. After three years racing on the UCI Women’s World Tour with Liv Racing TeqFind in Europe, Ayesha is entering a new chapter focused on enjoying biking, running, and leading as the visionary behind Thee Abundance Project, a program dedicated to increasing the representation of Women of Color in road racing.

Ayesha is deeply passionate about creating visibility and opportunities for African-American women and youth in cycling, aiming to inspire others to pursue their dreams—whether that be on or off the bike. Her commitment to inclusion aligns with All Clubs LA’s mission to build a sustainable and inclusive future for the cycling community, a central theme of the upcoming ACLA Gala. Through her advocacy, Ayesha continues to pave the way for more diverse and equitable participation in the sport.

Justin Williams was born and raised in South Central Los Angeles. The Belizean-American cycling sensation started racing at age 13, following in the path of his father Calman Williams. Criterium racing was his first love and remains his favorite cycling discipline.

With his brother Cory, Justin co-founded the L39ION of Los Angeles team in 2019. Justin anchors the team’s seven-rider USA Cycling Domestic Elite squad, which includes 2021 USA Cycling Olympics Long Team racer Kendall Ryan; Cory anchors the team’s new 10-rider UCI Continental team, established in December 2020.

L39ION of Los Angeles’ goals are to diversify American and global cycling by supporting and developing riders of color, growing the Criterium racing scene, and developing a professional Crit racing league. Justin Williams’ career started in track racing with key wins in the USA Cycling Junior Track National Championships from 2006-2008. He also competed on the professional road racing circuit in Europe from 2007-2010. After a break from the sport, he returned to pro racing in 2016 and ended up winning 16 races in his first season back. He won back-to-back National Amateur Criterion championships in 2018 and 2019.