Meet the riders: Nona Jones, DP9
Nona Jones is an Associate Planner at DP9. Having ridden pedElle in 2022, she is returning this year as a Ride Captain, and comes armed with good advice for new riders...
Tell us a little bit about yourself and what you’re working on right now:
I am an Associate Planner at DP9 Ltd. I advise on an array of projects across London including one particular department store on Oxford Street which has kept me rather busy over the last few years!
How long have you been cycling and how did you get into it?
My interest has gradually increased since university, thanks to the contagious enthusiasm of my keen-cyclist friends.
What have you most enjoyed about previous pedElles?
I had the pleasure of riding the Vienna to Budapest ride in 2022. I really enjoyed the comradery of the big peloton and fantastic views along the way. Particularly the excuse to justify a new bike and kit!
What are you most looking forward to this time? Anything you are dreading?
This will be my first ride as a Ride Captain - which is a mix of emotions, both an exciting and nervous debut!
What is it about pedElle that makes it so different?
It brings together a wonderful mix of inspiring women in the property industry who you get know very well over the course of the epic journey.
Any top tips for new riders?
A different shape / brand of shorts for each day.
What do you expect to be the main topic of business chat on this year’s ride?
I am sure the upcoming election will be a hot topic of discussion.
You can sponsor Nona and the DP9 team here.
