Tommie Runz is a Detroit-based Black, sober vegan runner whose journey from recovery to becoming a decorated World Marathon Majors athlete has reshaped what possibility looks like in this sport. A storyteller and intentional path-opener, he consistently shows up in spaces where few look like him, using his presence to widen the lane for those who will follow. Now flourishing on the trails, he brings both grit and vulnerability to the miles ahead, using his platform to expand representation, inspire change, and open trails for others.