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December 15, 2014
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Running USA 2015:
12th Industry Conference
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February 8-10
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2015 Registered Attendee List
The current list of registered attendees is now available online for viewing. Please bear in mind this list is updated bi-weekly.
The deadline to be included in the printed conference program is fast approaching. If you have not already registered for the 2015 Industry Conference in New Orleans, don't delay and register today! http://www.active.com/new-orleans-la/running/conferences/running-usa-12th-industry-conference-2015
Running USA 2015 Conference Travel Planning
Please note that Sunday, February 8th, 2015 will be a heavy traffic day around the Hilton New Orleans Riverside (the host hotel) due to pre-Mardi Gras parade festivities. We strongly encourage those that are able to arrive on Saturday, February 7th to consider an early arrival and enjoy all New Orleans has to offer. Hotel reservations can be made by contacting Global JBS at 561-290-0404. Please use Global JBS in order to receive your pre-negotiated room rate for conference dates.
Association News
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.
In The News
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Running right Shoe sales expected to grow. Learn more here.
13th Annual Holiday Halfathon Hosted by Florida Road Races to Showcase Tampa Bay
Virtual-Strategy Magazine (press release)
According to the Running USA State of the Sports Report, the half-marathon has become the fastest growing standard distance, with the number of ...
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18 Photos That Prove 2014 Was A Great Year For Running
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It has been a good year for running. ... 42,000,000 Americans run in some shape or form, according to Running USA's annual State of the Sport report.
Member News
USAT&F Annual Meeting Opening Session
Here is video of opening session. Lots of information regarding sponsorships, President's report and CEO report. 48 minute mark is President's report and 1:07:45 CEO report.
Deena Kastor joins MetroPCS Dallas Marathon as ambassador
American record holder and Olympic medalist Deena Kastor will make one lucky participant's run at the 2014 MetroPCS Dallas Half Marathon that much more memorable on Dec. 14. Kastor, who recently signed a multiyear partnership agreement with the MetroPCS Dallas Marathon to serve as an elite ambassador, will pace 18-year-old high school senior and just keep livin Foundation participant Nick Figuroa in his second half-marathon attempt. Learn more here.
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.
People in the News
Stephen Haas named executive race director for Team Run Flagstaff.
Team Run Flagstaff, a nonprofit community organization located in the world-renowned running paradise of Flagstaff, Arizona, is honored to welcome Stephen Haas as its new executive director.
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,
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