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Running USA Industry E-News

December 9, 2014


In This Issue
Countdown to Conference
Association News
In The News
Member News
People in the News
Industry Jobs
Upcoming Events

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Running USA 2015:

12th Industry Conference
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February 8-10
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Member Events
December 9-14, 2014


CarMax Tacky Light Run

Richmond, VA, Dec. 13



Allstate Sugar Bowl Celebration

New Orleans, LA, Dec. 13




Jingle Bell Run/Walk

Birmingham, AL, Dec. 13




Summit Rock Half, 10k 5k

Saratoga, CA, Dec. 13




Holiday Half Marathon

Pomona, CA, Dec 13 - 14




Vanessa Welch Reindeer Run 5k

Orlando, FL, Dec. 13




Santy Paws

Windsor, OT, Dec. 14




MetroPCS Dallas Marathon

Dallas, TX Dec. 14




Hot Chocolate 15k, 5k

St. Louis, MO Dec. 14

View more member events HERE.


Countdown to Conference


Attend Running USA 2015: 12th Industry Conference
powered by ACTIVE Network - New Orleans, February 8-10



Expo Booths and Innovation Showcase

Our largest expo yet is selling out fast. Reserve your space today!

For details, please contact Michele@runningusa.org.



Conference Transfers and Cancellations

The deadline for registration cancellations has passed. For complete transfer and cancellation policy details, please visit.

http://www.runningusa.org/program-schedule



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.



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 News
Eric Hutchinson set to "rock" Dallas Half Marathon
Billboard chart topper, Eric Hutchinson will headline the post-race concert at the 6th annual Rock 'n' Roll Dallas Half Marathon on Sunday, March 22. Hutchinson will perform for more than 13,000 runners and spectators at American Airlines Center. The concert is free and open to the public.

Register here

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.


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.



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

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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