THE CONNING TOWER by Keith Conning: Running USA

Friday, January 27, 2017

Running USA

Have news items or job postings to share? Submit your news to Running USA Director of Communications Scott Bush at scott@runningusa.org.

As we travel the country meeting with Running USA members, volunteering at races, speaking at events and celebrating the sport, we're reminded constantly that it's the community of runners, race directors, vendors and others that make this sport so amazing.

This week, Running USA CEO Rich Harshbarger traveled to Kansas City to take part in the Hospital Hill Run Race Director Conference. Pictured you can see organizer and Running USA board member Beth Salinger kicking off the festivities.

'Let's Go!' Chosen as Beneficiary of 2017 TD Beach to Beacon 10K Road Race

The nationally recognized childhood obesity prevention program of The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital at Maine Medical Center promotes physical activity and healthy eating.

Represent Running Series Bucks Industry Trend with Double Digit Growth in 2016

Defying the recent road race participation downturn, Represent Running increased total participation across its three event series by 18 percent in 2016.

We want to celebrate your events throughout the year, especially at the 2017 Running USA Industry Conference, which means we want your favorite race photos and videos!

If you have any photos or race videos you'd like to share, please submit them by Friday, January 27 to Scott Bush, Running USA Director of Communications, at scott@runningusa.org.

Team Challenge Registration for the Louisville Triple Crown of Running

A team may choose to participate in any individual or all three races in the series. There is also a Team Challenge Triple Crown Award for any team that wins all three races.

Announcing a New Event, the GO! St. Louis Run at the Raceway

The GO! St. Louis Run at the Raceway, scheduled for the evening of August 19, will take place at Gateway Motorsports Park and will feature a 5K run/walk, one-mile time trial, fun run and beer relay.

Have You Seen Our Schedule?

Registered for the 2017 Running USA Industry Conference yet? Join us as we host a jam packed schedule of events, including sessions on the industry's most pressing topics, a town hall discussion, inspirational speakers, morning runs and so much more.

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New Course Announced for 2017 DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon

The new course will showcase a scenic tour of The City of Champions on Sunday, May 7; new route crosses Pittsburgh's famed three rivers and passes sports stadiums.

JOB POSTING: Senior Manager, Business Dev. and Strategic Partnerships - NYRR

This position is responsible for the day to day management and servicing of client relationships and ensuring execution of contractual obligations to multiple partners across many different events.