TEAM
MEET THE TEAM
RAY GRAY
Ray is the Owner/CEO of the ‘Grayhound Group’ LLC., host of “Tiny Chair Talks” (www.theprojectrefresh.org), Drug and Substance Abuse Instructor (Peer Mediation/Clean Teens), Motivational Speaker, Mental Health Professional (trained in: Conflict Resolution, Trauma, Positive Parenting, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy… to name a few), Mental Health Coach, Assistant Director/Board Member at Charlotte Juniors Volleyball (CJV) supporting in the role of parent/player relations. Despite all this Ray still finds time to work a full time job, spend time with wife and kids and train athletes of all disciplines teaching the connection between brain, body and behavior, Mindfulness (awareness of breath, body, feelings, emotions and/or stress; thought regulation) and respecting those feelings as real while digging deep to find a solution or a way to overcome whatever the obstacles (Mental Toughness). As an Occupational Therapy grad and Qualified Mental Health Professional Ray is familiar with Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology and the relationship between human movement and psychology from having worked in Rehab and now Mental Health. Though not a Sports Psychologist, Ray understands the psychological effects sports and exercise has on ones Mental Health. Ray played several sports competitively (Basketball, Soccer, Gymnastics to name a few), went to the Junior Olympics for Track and played on a USA Volleyball Charlotte team. Ray has a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and an Associate in Allied Health. He taught Health and Adaptive/Physical Education 4 years in the Washington D.C. public and private schools, worked rehab at Greater Southeast Hospital in Washington, D.C., and has been in the Mental/Physical/Emotional/Behavioral Health field for the past 25 years. Ray has been married to his girlfriend for 18yrs. and has 2 amazingly beautiful athletic girls.
Cynthia davis
Dynamic Retail & Operations Executive | Strategic Leader | Change Management Expert
Cynthia C. Davis is a highly accomplished Retail and Operations Executive with a proven track record of driving business transformation, optimizing operations, and delivering substantial revenue growth. With extensive experience leading high-performing teams in multi-billion-dollar organizations, Cynthia excels in strategic planning, process improvement, talent development, and customer experience enhancement.
Currently serving as the Chief of Strategy & Operations for WNC STRONG, Cynthia is spearheading short- and long-term initiatives to rebuild Western North Carolina following the devastation of Hurricane Helene. She leverages her expertise in cross-functional leadership, infrastructure resilience, and economic revitalization to drive recovery efforts, secure critical resources, and foster sustainable growth.
Previously, Cynthia served as Vice President of Operations at Lowes Foods, overseeing 81+ locations, $2.5 billion in revenue, and a 10,000+ team. She successfully implemented record-breaking sales strategies, optimized workforce productivity, and led cross-functional collaborations that enhanced operational efficiency and customer engagement.
During her tenure at buybuy BABY, Cynthia rose from Visual Branding Director to Regional Vice President of Stores, where she played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s footprint to 135+ locations. She developed and executed growth strategies, omni-channel solutions, and operational frameworks that propelled market share growth and revenue expansion.
Recognized as a visionary leader, mentor, and strategist, Cynthia is passionate about building high-performance teams, fostering innovation, and executing change management initiatives that drive sustainable business success. With a deep commitment to excellence, she continuously challenges the status quo to unlock new opportunities for organizational growth.
Education:
Bachelor of Interior Design – Kean University, Union, NJ
Cynthia’s ability to drive operational excellence, inspire teams, and execute transformative strategies makes her a key player in any organization’s success
JUAN WIDEMAN
Chief Financial Officer | Servant Leader
Juan Wideman is a servant leader in the community, father, and career government support contractor specializing in the federal budget process. Growing up in the Detroit metro area, born to teen-age parents he developed a natural desire to mentor underprivileged and troubled youth just as various family and community members did for him through sports, community efforts, and religious activities.
Despite the adversities and disadvantages, he attained a B.S. in Finance from an HBCU and was able to utilize his expertise for over 20 years in the DC/MD/VA and Baltimore areas in several government agencies including Dept of Defense, Dept of State, Veterans Affairs, and Dept of Transportation. Volunteering for community service in Baltimore, DC, and with various high profile motivational speakers has allowed him to grow and use his talents to inspire both youth and adults.
Juan decided to unite his experience, insight and influence to the Grayhound Group because he believes in the visions, gifts, and talents of the founder. His network will help raise the net worth of the Grayhound and help take it global.
“Greatness is upon you, so act like it” Dr. ET
LaToya Hill
Executive Director and General Manager/Compliance Coordinator of Grayhound Training Academy (GTA), and President of Client Relations
LaToya Hill is an integral leader at The Grayhound Group. As our Executive Director and General Manager/Compliance Coordinator of Grayhound Training Academy (GTA), and President of Client Relations, LaToya oversees critical aspects of our operations and strategic initiatives.
LaToya’s journey in sports began in high school, where she was a passionate volleyball player. Her love for the sport extends into her family life as well; her teen, Alanna, currently plays volleyball at West Charlotte High School. Professionally, LaToya is a skilled massage therapist specializing in rehabilitation, recovery, injury prevention, and joint strengthening, primarily serving professional athletes. This background has given her profound insights into the physical demands and wellness needs of sports professionals.
Academically, LaToya holds an Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Technology from Central Piedmont Community College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sport Management from Johnson C Smith University. These qualifications uniquely position her as our Compliance Liaison, adept at navigating the complexities of transitioning high school athletes into college sports environments.
LaToya also brings a wealth of knowledge in systems, automation, and artificial intelligence, continually working to advance the Grayhound brand. She is also a committed mentor to at-risk youth, guiding them towards positive life choices and opportunities. Her entrepreneurial spirit and extensive experience across various industries make her a dynamic, forward-thinking leader dedicated to promoting excellence within The Grayhound Group.
We embrace LaToya Hill for her dedication, expertise, and visionary leadership in making The Grayhound Group a beacon of innovation and success in sports and wellness. All while pouring into her continuous commitment to nurturing potential in both the athletic and local community sectors.
PARTNERS AND AFFLIATES
The Grayhound Group is affiliated with Professional Mentorsm Therapists, Counselors, Trainers, Coaches and trained Volunteers. All driven by to help our athletes grow as better athletes and the futures leaders of our communities.
Raki McGregor is a pivotal piece to Ray Gray and The Grayhound Group success. Raki is the Vice President of Consumer Business Strategy Operations and Implementation at Novant Health. In this role, he serves as the Chief Operations Officer for Novant Health’s Consumer Strategy & Product (CS&P) Division and is responsible for ensuring the achievement of CS&P’s strategic imperatives. Additionally, he leads the strategy, operations and optimization teams for Community Engagement, Business Innovation, and Corporate Health. Passionate about driving growth in companies and communities, Raki has excelled at building outstanding customer experiences and developing cohesive, energized teams. As Ray’s mentor and The Grayhounds consultant, Raki has counseled, guided, prayed with and for The Grayhound Group encouraging them to move to the world stage/platform via Social Media and not just The Carolina’s!
Cedric A. Mitchell is a retired Police Detective from Washington DC who began his law enforcement career in 1988 and held a distinguished career for 30 years. In 2012, he retired from the department and joined the Office of the Inspector General with the Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority as a senior investigator and served the agency for four years. In 2016 he launched CTC Solutions L.L.C. a proactive vehicle designed to present a distinctive way of training and education for the Law Enforcement community while forging a new paradigm for a broken system.Cedric is a proud father, daughter is an amazing D1 potential volleyball player and active recruit, grandfather, former AAU basketball coach/mentor with Promise Youth Development in Charlotte, NC, consultant to The Grayhound Group and good friend of Ray Gray. In addition to running his own business, Cedric serves as the Director of the Grayhounds Behavior Division, speaking to and implementing programs for Schools/Colleges, other Police/Law enforcement agencies, churches, major corporations and even individual homes.
Expert trainer Roy Henderson has over 15 years of experience in Strength & Conditioning. He has more than 17 years of experience in competitive sports which includes a full four-year scholarship to play basketball at the University of South Carolina @ Aiken. Following the completion of his bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education, Roy obtained a master’s degree in Administration and Supervision from Virginia State University. As a Performance Enhancement specialist with The National Association of Sports Medicine, he specializes in weight loss, integrated core training, mobility, flexibility training, and sports specific strength and conditioning training. Roy and Ray go way back and Roy is not only a good friend to Ray Gray and family but serves as his trainer as well. Roy serves as Director of the Body Division creating individual and group programs for all ones physical needs. Trained in multiple areas of health, Roy’s clients extend from children as young as 5 to Schools/Colleges, Churches, Businesses and all sports and teams (NFL, NBA…etc.). Roy comes highly recommended and is in HIGH demand. Grayhounds is lucky, rather blessed to partner with him!