Meet the Leaders of EPRC
Lahaina Mae mondoÑedo
Founder
Lahaina Mae Mondoñedo is the co-founder of Every Person Run Club, a DC-based running community built on inclusivity and camaraderie.
A marketing and events professional, Lahaina is passionate about amplifying unheard voices and creating memorable experiences that connect people. When she’s not organizing events or crafting campaigns, she’s likely running on the National Mall or Navy Yard boardwalk or taking a workout class, embracing the athlete’s mindset that drives her in every aspect of life.
Instagram: @LahainaMae
Mike Yasson
Founder
Dr. Mike Yasson, DPT, CSCS, ART, is the founder of Big League Performance + Rehab, a lifestyle therapy brand, and co-founder of Every Person Run Club. Growing up in New York with a passion for sports, Mike discovered his calling in physical therapy after a baseball injury sidelined his own athletic dreams. He fell in love with running while serving as a lululemon ambassador, embracing the community and movement it fosters. Mike founded Big League to bring professional-level care to athletes of all abilities, making it the home base for EPRC’s Sunday runs. When he’s not in the clinic, you’ll find him running around Capitol Hill or out on a boat with his wife in Annapolis.
Instagram: @dr.mikeyasson
Tony Kostreski
Tony is one of the co-founders of Every Person Run Club, having witnessed the community’s incredible growth from its inception. Inspired by his partner Lahaina’s vision and his own passion for running, Tony firmly believes in the power of running together to foster motivation, camaraderie, and belonging. As a landscape architect, he finds running to be the ultimate way to discover and connect with any city. When he’s not pounding the pavement, Tony enjoys playing soccer, biking, or exploring museums. His favorite running spots in DC are the National Mall and Constitution Gardens.
Instagram: @tnykoski
Founder
Josh Banks
Josh “MADDOG” Banks is an Air Force officer, entrepreneur, and Sub-Elite Triathlete with multiple USAT national qualifications and an Ironman 70.3 World Championships qualification. He discovered his passion for triathlon and running after completing the Air Force’s elite Weapons School training. Josh is also a certified USA Triathlon coach, having guided over 50 athletes to achieve personal bests and marathon finishes. Alongside his athletic pursuits, he and his wife run a property business and serve on advisory boards inspired by their late daughter, Faith.
Instagram: @maddog_tri_coach
Captain | Races & Programming
Melissa (Mel) is from Concord, NC and grew up horseback riding, joining the UVA equestrian team in college. She got into running after graduating when a friend convinced her to sign up for a half marathon. After her first half in 2015 she was hooked, completing many half marathons over the next few years and her first full in 2019. She now loves traveling for destination races including the Paris marathon and is currently training for Valencia. Mel also met her husband at a local DC run club and got engaged after completing the Chicago marathon.
Instagram: @melbrashear42
Melissa Brashear
Captain | Races & Programming
Donald Ray Johnson (who goes by DJ) is a US Navy Veteran from Houston, TX, and he considers running to be his therapy, saying it helps clear his mind and keeps him grounded. DJ’s favorite place to run in DC is around the Tidal Basin, where he can catch a glimpse of the Jefferson Memorial--his favorite monument. While he’s not the best at staying on top of his running nutrition, he is always excited to share his love of running and to help his fellow runners find joy in their own running journey.
Instagram: @vicdamonejrjr
Donald “DJ” Johnson
Captain | Membership
Abhishek Tayal
Captain | Membership
Abhishek is relatively new to running, but in just over a year with EPRC, his perspective has completely changed. What once felt intimidating has become something he genuinely enjoys. With the club’s encouragement, he went from running his first 5K to completing his first half marathon and eventually his first full marathon—all within a year! EPRC has shown him the incredible power of running as a community and how much can be achieved through mutual support.
Instagram: @abhitayal
Sharon considers herself relatively new to running, having started with EPRC in 2023 after spending most of her life too nervous to give it a try. Now, Sharon is passionate about ensuring the running community is inclusive and welcoming. She believes firmly that there is space for everyone in the running world, and her motto is “if you run, you’re a runner!” Her favorite place to run in DC is along the Wharf. When she’s not running, you can find Sharon cheering on the Caps or the Nats, reading thriller novels, crafting, or hanging out with her husband Daniel and their two beagles.
Instagram: @sharbear914
Sharon Schwei
Captain | Communications
Jared is a founding member of EPRC who leads the social side of things. He sees running as a positive, healthy way to connect people to their community, their city, and themselves. Outside of running, you can find Jared on the soccer field, singing with his band, or cooking at home with his better half, Ashley, and their marauding cats, Caspie and Boo. Jared’s favorite place to run in DC is the Anacostia River Trail.
Instagram: @jrdmcgrth
Jared McGrath
Captain | Events
Amanda discovered her passion for running in 2015 after her mom spontaneously signed her up for a 5K. Fast forward to her recent return to DC, she found EPRC as a perfect way to meet new friends and escape the solo training routine. She loves hitting the streets with friends and her dog, Walter, who keeps every run fun and lively. When not running, you can find Amanda taking Walter on long walks or hikes, diving into a good book, or enjoying a well-deserved nap (recovery is important too!). Amanda’s favorite place to run in DC is the National Mall at sunrise.
Instagram: @manderrlyn
Amanda henderson
Captain | Events