Ivy Awino

Ivy Winfrey, a cultural leader and multimedia visionary, bridges sports, music, lifestyle, and media with authenticity and a global outlook shaped by her Kenyan roots and career in the U.S. As the Dallas Mavericks’ in-arena host for nine seasons, she has introduced Afrobeats to sports arenas, connecting with diverse audiences.

Ivy hosts “Meet the Afroballers,” highlighting African and Diasporic athletes and creatives, and drives conversations through impactful content.

A nonprofit advocate for underprivileged youth through GEM-IN-I, Ivy’s innovative, forward-thinking career champions underrepresented voices globally, blending cultural advocacy with personal resilience as a millennial mother.