PeopleForBikes, the bicycle industry’s trade association, is proud to announce that Chris Cosentino, renowned chef, author, cyclist, and philanthropist, will speak at the 2025 Bicycle Leadership Conference (BLC) in Tucson, AZ, from March 18-20. Early bird registration for the event ends on December 16.
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A serial entrepreneur and passionate cyclist, Chef Cosentino is known for his creative approach to blending food, sustainability, and innovation. A James Beard Award nominee, winner of Top Chef Masters, and author of Offal Good, Cosentino will share his insights on how diverse passions can intersect to drive positive change. His keynote will inspire attendees to explore new ways to create opportunities at the intersection of cycling, sustainability, and business.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Cosentino to the BLC stage,” said Ravi Rajcoomar, vice president of the PeopleForBikes Business Network. “His caring and innovative approach to community, sustainability, and our planet will motivate attendees to think creatively and apply cross-industry ideas to drive positive change for both their business and the greater bike industry.”
Eliot Jackson, former professional downhill mountain bike racer and founder of the Grow Cycling Foundation, was also announced as the emcee of the conference. Known for his passion for making bicycling and the bike industry more inclusive, Jackson will bring his deep industry knowledge and dynamic presence, keeping the conference engaging and immersive.
“I'm really excited to be part of this year's Bicycle Leadership Conference,” said Jackson. “As a long-time attendee of PeopleForBikes events, including the BLC, their team truly goes above and beyond to make conferences like this educational and impactful. The BLC is the marquee event shaping the future of our industry, and I look forward to hosting and welcoming the thought leaders who are pushing the industry forward.”
Register for the 2025 Bicycle Leadership Conference today at bicycleleadershipconference.org.
About PeopleForBikes
PeopleForBikes is the U.S. bicycle industry’s trade association and a national advocacy nonprofit representing more than 325 bicycle industry supplier members and nearly 1.4 million individuals. Through our three areas of influence — infrastructure, policy, and participation — we accelerate the construction of safe, fun, and connected places to bike; advance pro-bike and pro-bike-business legislation; and reduce barriers to access and welcome more people to the joys of riding a bike. Our goal: Become the best place to ride a bike in the world. Join us at PeopleForBikes.org.
