Running USA Industry E-News
December 2, 2014
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Countdown to Conference
Association News
In The News
Member Profile:Race Entry
Member News
People in the News
Industry Jobs
Upcoming Events
Running USA Partners
Running USA 2015:
12th Industry Conference
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Member Events
December 2-7. 2014
The Running Event,
Austin, TX, Dec. 2-4
Winter Sun 10K,
Moab, UT, Dec. 6
St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend, Memphis, TN, Dec. 6
Reggae Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, Negil, JAM, Dec. 6
Surf-n-Santa 10 Miler and Frosty's 5K, Virginia Beach, VA, Dec. 6
Colder Bolder,
Boulder, CO, Dec. 6
Savannah River Bridge Run,
Savannah, GA, Dec. 6
XTERRA Victoria Bryant Trail Run, Royston, GA, Dec. 6
Tucson Marathon Family Fitness Fest (1 Mile, 5K, 10K),
Tucson, AZ, Dec. 6
OUC Orlando Half Marathon & Track Shack Lake Eola 5K,
Orlando, FL, Dec. 6
Divas® Half Marathon & 5K in St. Augustine Beach,
St. Augustine, FL, Dec. 7
Texas 10 Series - Conroe,
Conroe, TX, Dec. 7
Tucson Marathon and Half Marathon, Tucson, AZ, Dec. 7
XTERRA Trail Run
World Championship,
Oahu, HI, Dec. 7
XTERRA Crystal Cove Trail Run, Laguna Beach, CA, Dec. 7
Hot Chocolate 15K/5K,
Phoenix, AZ, Dec. 7
NYCRUNS New York City Ekiden,
New York, NY, Dec. 7
Rudolph Ramble,
Denver, CO, Dec. 7
Blue Back Mitten Run,
West Hartford, CT, Dec. 7
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Countdown to Conference
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Registration, Transfers, and Sessions
We are surpassing last year's registration numbers, don't delay, register today. Keep in mind that groups of five or more are eligible for a discount. Please contact Christine@runningusa.org for additional information. Registration is available here. Any requests for transfers are subject to a fee, and no transfers will be allowed after January 15, 2015. For the most up-to-date conference schedule please click here.
Association News
Membership Director Announces Departure
I have enjoyed nearly six years as membership director of Running USA that has also included e-publishing Running USA Industry News on a weekly basis. My tenure comes to an end Friday, December 5. The people I've met and the bonds I've forged will carry over to my continued pursuits in the running industry primarily centered on mountain, ultra, trail, and snow running. Be sure to follow my adventures near and far on Twitter @NanoOnTrails, and feel free to reach out to me at any time by phone, 719-573-4133, or by email: nanohobbs@gmail.com.
Running USA Announces New Event
Running the Next Generation will be held at the Doubletree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile on Sunday and Monday, June 28 and 29, 2015.
Help us Grow Our Sport...Donate Today!
Running USA is leading the way in promoting running and we cannot continue to do this without your support, therefore we have redesigned our fundraising program. We are no longer going to hold silent/live and reverse auctions at our annual conference, instead, we have created an online donation page at this link to help make giving easy. Our goal is simple: to raise 50,000 dollars by February, 1, 2015. One hundred percent of your tax-free donation will support under-funded programs that promote running.
Running USA Expo Presence Benefit for our Members
Running USA attends 8-10 expos per year. To have your event flyers or product information distributed at expos Running USA attends, contact peter@runningusa.org. Upcoming confirmed expos are Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Sports Medicine Institute EXPO, January 16-17, 2015, and Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Expo and Packet Pickup, April 23-24, 2015.
In The News
The following article has cited Running USA:
Dallas News, "Turkey trots take wing in Dallas, across U.S. as a holiday tradition."
Missouri State News, "Physical therapy team helps runners striving for a better stride."
Member Profile:Race Entry
Race Entry is consistently producing new ways for race directors to increase their event participation. A few of our most popular features that race directors have loved using include: the incentivized social integration, the incomplete registration reminders, the automated runner referral incentives, and the group discount feature. These, along with many other tools, have helped race directors from across the country increase the success of their race.
In addition to helping races grow, Race Entry gives race directors tools to measure the effectiveness of their marketing strategies. One example of this
is the metrics for the social integration tool. The race can choose a particular message and discount for their social integration which will be displayed on their registration form. The admin inside RaceEntry.com shows the number of times someone shared on Facebook, the number of times someone clicked from those Facebook shares to come to the registration page, and the total discounts given. This helps track the effectiveness of the discounted sharing from the registration page. The Utah Valley Marathon had nearly 30% of it's participants come from discounted shares on their registration page with RaceEntry.com.
In addition to offering superior race registration software, Race Entry offers FREE Race Maps, and FREE searchable online race results. The race results and the race maps are free for any race director to use regardless of whether they choose to use the RaceEntry.com registration platform.
Contact membership@runningusa.org if you would like to see your event or company featured.
Member News
Mimi Mermain Invites you to Virtual Run
Mimi Mermaid's virtual 5K on December 6, is a race that can be run at any location. Walk, use the treadmill, run outside, run by yourself or gather your friends. Move at your own pace, complete the distance.... and boom! clap!... a mini mermaid girl will be crossing the finish line at a future 5K because YOU made it happen. Register now HERE.
Schools to Compete in Santa to the Sea Contest
NRG Energy presents this year's Santa to the Sea Half Marathon and Relay Race's Neighborhood Cheer Challenge where five pre-selected neighborhood schools along the race route will compete for most spirited. The schools are invited to create a festival-type celebration in their neighborhood to cheer and entertain the runners during the December 14 race. Runners then vote for the most entertaining school after the race; cash prizes will be awarded to all schools in order of most spirited.
Akron Marathon Earns Gold Certification from the Council for Responsible Sport
The Akron Marathon is one of 16 events across the country to earn Gold Level Certification from the Council for Responsible Sport, making it the first ever Ohio-based event to do so. The marathon targeted goals focused on planning, measurement and continuous improvement. This year, organizers elaborated on sustainability plans earning credit in five categories spanning procurement and resource management to access, equity and community legacy.
Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by MARTIN'S opens Registration
The 16th annual Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by MARTIN'S, named one of the country's top 10 running races by USA Today, began accepting online entries on December 1, for the March 28, 2015 event. New in 2015, everyone who completes the 10k will receive a custom event medal to recognize their accomplishment of finishing the race.
Race IT Announces Partnership
Race IT announced its partnership with the Portland Marathon. This partnership includes RaceIT powering registrations for the Portland Marathon Half as well as its sister-event the Dubrovnik International Half Marathon in Dubrovnik, Croatia. In addition to powering the registrations for each event individually, a cross-border package has also been created, called the Portland to Dubrovnik Challenge.
Chevron Houston Marathon Increases Cap
The Houston Marathon Committee (HMC) announced that 2016 will feature a field-size increase to 27,000 runners for the Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon. Each race will be capped at 13,500 available entries. The ABB 5K, which will take place on Saturday of race weekend, will be capped at 6,000 participants. The 33,000 registrants will be the highest in the 44-year history of the Chevron Houston Marathon Race Weekend which will take place January 15-17, 2016. Both races have sold-out for 10 consecutive years.
Disney Princess Half Marathon Medals Revealed
The collection of all new finisher medals for the sixth annual weekend were revealed this week. The collection includes medals for the Disney Princess Half Marathon, Disney Enchanted 10K and the Glass Slipper Challenge. This signature runDisney event features events for the entire family, including the Princess 5K, the Enchanted 10K and runDisney Kids Races. The 13.1-mile highlight event takes runners through the Magic Kingdom and Epcot on February 22 at Walt Disney World Resort.
People in the News
American Trail Running Association's Richard Bolt was announced as the USATF Mountain Ultra Trail Contributor of the Year award. USATF's Mountain Ultra Trail Runners of the Year were simultaneously announced A complete list of honorees is available at this link.
Organizers for the MetroPCS Dallas Marathon announced that Sara Hall is competing in the MetroPCS Dallas Half Marathon on December 14.
Industry Jobs
Company: MKTG
Job Title: Brand Specialists for Pittsburgh Marathon 2015, Pittsburgh, PA
Event dates will be determined ahead of time and will be set with ample notice (a calendar of events will be provided to interested applicants). This is a contract based position (15-25hr/wk) with time commitments during the day, evening and weekends beginning in January and finishing after the Pittsburgh Marathon on May 3, 2015.
MKTG has been tasked (by a marathon sponsor) with creating the consumer journey for marathon participants from training kickoff (January 3) through race day (May 3). They key to doing so will be creating a personal connection with our brand specialists who will be with them every step of the way.
Send resume and photo to cwong@mktg.com. Include full description of running experience, involvement in running community and relationships that you currently have in the Pittsburgh running scene.
Company: Cooper River Bridge Run
Job Title: Deputy Race Director
Deputy Race Director is responsible for the coordination and administrative management of all services and programs with the Cooper River Bridge Run (CRBR). Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties.
Essential Functions:
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Plans, coordinates and supervises the operational components of the race, related race events, accounting, expo planning, volunteer, registration, business and office management of the CRBR.
Assists in the planning, coordination and supervision of all necessary work related to the operation and management of the annual CRBR.
Assist in the development and execution of CRBR's annual budget.
Assist the Race Director to ensure overall CRBR compliance with local and state law enforcement and the permitting process with all involved governments for the staging of the event.
Directly supervises the Assistant Race Directors and other staff of the CRBR.
Directly works with all aspects and agency partners involved with the security of the events associated with the Race.
Attends Executive Board meetings and other related Committees of the Board and prepares appropriate reports to the Race Director.
Assists the Race Director in developing and maintaining organizational values and principles in cooperation with the CRBR Executive Board, regulatory and community agencies, sponsors and participants.
To apply, send resume to: Julian Smith, Cooper River Bridge Run, P.O. Box 22089, Charleston, SC 29413, by email to: Julian.smith2@comcast.net.
Company: Alanic
Job Title: Sales
We are the fast growing performance wear and running apparel brand. With major brands like Competitor Group International, Lifetime Fitness, Basketball Australia, Warner Music and many major marathons/triathlons onboard, we are looking to expand our Sales Team in the Los Angeles Office.
At Alanic (Beverly Hills operations) we are looking for quality sales people who are friendly, professional and have the drive to make a lot of money and get rewarded for there efforts.
Should have:
* 5-year sales experience
* Running Industry Knowledge
* Passion for the organization
* Exceptional communication skills
* Outstanding organization and time management skills
* Good Knowledge of Microsoft office/Outlook
* Result orientated "Will DO" personality and attitude.
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Great Phone skills
* Must pay attention to details
* Passion to grow within the company
Salary:
* Base Salary + Commission with an iPhone + 13 inch Macbook
* Commission between $200 - $1000/week depending on your work
* Hours: 9am - 5:30pm (Monday - Friday)
Please contact: Johnny Beig,
Visit www.runningusa.org/ for additional job listings.
Upcoming Events
USATF Annual Meeting
(December 2-5, 2014) Anaheim, CA
The Running Event
(December 2-5, 2014) Austin, TX
US Sports Congress
(December 8-10, 2014) Savannah, GA
National Marathon Safety and Security Summit
(December 16-18, 2014) Hattiesburg, MS
Triathlon Business International
(January 25-27, 2015) Marina del Rey, CA
FitExpo SoCal
(February 7-8, 2015) Los Angeles, CA
Running USA: 12th Industry Conference powered by ACTIVE Network
(February 8-10, 2015) New Orleans, LA
Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum Annual Conference
(February 24-25, 2015) Orlando, FL
Event Director College
(March 25-26, 2015) Charleston, SC
57th Annual RRCA National Convention
(April 22-26, 2015) Des Moines, IA
The Academy
(May 27-28, 2015) Lausanne, Switzerland
Running The Next Generation
(June 28-29, 2015) Chicago, IL
3rd Annual Estes Trail Ascent Trail Running Conference
(October 7-10, 2015), Estes Park, CO
TEAMS 15 Expo and Conference
(November 9-12, 2015) Las Vegas, NV
USATF Annual Meeting
(December 2-6, 2015) Houston, TX
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