Kyrah Ayers

Writer, Runner, Poet, Event Host

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Kyrah Ayers is a Bay Area–based poet, entrepreneur, athlete, and community organizer with work spanning poetry, music, fitness, and motivational speaking.A spoken-word poet featured by outlets like KQED, where his work often explores social issues, fatherhood, and Black identity.
Founder of the long-running open mic series Poetry By The Bay in Vallejo, which has hosted thousands of poets since 2008
A recording artist releasing music (e.g., I Been Working in 2026)
Author of poetry books, including recent work tied to personal challenges like chemotherapy (12 Rounds).Founder of the brand Actively Pursuing Goals, focused on motivation, fitness, and purpose-driven living.
Co-owner of a Black-owned Oakland shop, Queen Hippie Gypsy.
Organizer of poetry events and community spaces for artists.Former Division I track & field athlete at Fresno State
Long-distance runner and former Bay Area captain/president of Black Men Run, promoting health and community among Black men.Overall
He’s known for blending art, entrepreneurship, and motivation, using poetry and storytelling to inspire people while also building real-world platforms for community and growth.