Community Shining Star

2026 Community Shining Star


Tiki Barber

Tiki Barber is the co-host of Evan & Tiki, WFAN New York’s afternoon drive radio show. Since joining Audacy (formerly CBS Sports Radio) in 2013, he has hosted national midday and afternoon drive sports programs. During the NFL season, he also serves as a game analyst for CBS Sports.

Following his standout NFL career, Tiki built an impressive broadcasting portfolio across television and radio. His media work has included roles with WCBS New York, YES Network, Fox News (Fox & Friends), NBC’s Today Show and Football Night in America, as well as coverage of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games for MSNBC.

An accomplished entrepreneur, Tiki co-founded Julius, Inc. and Thuzio, Inc. alongside Mark Gerson and Jared Augustine. Both companies are now part of Triller Entertainment Co. Julius provides a SaaS platform for influencer discovery and procurement, while Thuzio is a networking and content company that produces live events spanning sports, culinary, and entertainment industries.

Committed to making a difference beyond the field and studio, Tiki serves on the board of KultureCity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to autism acceptance and inclusion. He also supports United for A.L.I.C.E. (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed), a United Way of Northern New Jersey initiative that leverages data to help families facing the often-hidden challenges of financial insecurity.

A graduate of the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce, Tiki earned his degree in 1997 with a concentration in Management Information Systems and was a member of the Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society.

Before launching his media and business ventures, Tiki spent ten seasons as a running back for the New York Giants. He retired from professional football in 2007 and was inducted as an inaugural member of the Giants Ring of Honor in 2010.

Tiki has also co-authored a series of children’s and young adult books with his twin brother, Ronde Barber.