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Running USA Industry E-News

July 29, 2014


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Association News
In the News
Member Profile: Capital City Half Marathon/M3S Sports
Member News
People in the News
Industry Jobs
Upcoming Member Events

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Running USA 2015:

12th Industry Conference
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Member Events
July 30 - August 4, 2014


Summer Sunset 5K and Youth Races, Geneva, IL, July 30


Healing Hearts 5K,

Sartell, MN, Aug. 2



Anniston Lions Run for Sight 5K, Anniston, AL, Aug. 2



TD Beach to Beacon 10K,

Cape Elizabeth, ME, Aug. 2



Summer Breeze Half-Marathon,

10K, 5K, San Leandro, CA, Aug. 2



Pine Tree Classic,

White Bear Lake, MN, Aug. 3



La Sportiva Berry Picker Trail Run,

Vail, CO, Aug. 3



Rock 'n' Roll Dublin Half Marathon, Dublin, Ireland, Aug. 4



View more member events HERE.

Association News



Marketplace News to e-Publish Next Month

Running USA members can feature their products, events or services in the upcoming quarterly issue of Marketplace E-News which will publish the week of August 3. Send your .jpg image tomembership@runningusa.orgby August 1.


Attend Running USA 2015: 12th Industry Conference powered by ACTIVE Network in New Orleans

The next price increase for conference registration is on August 31. Last year was a sell-out and we are on pace with record numbers once again. Curious about what is going on in and around NOLA at that time? Take a peek at all of the GREAT happenings.


Conference 2015: Book your Hotel Room Today

The Hilton New Orleans Riverside is the host hotel for Running USA 2015: The 12th Industry Conference. This hotel is conveniently located in downtown New Orleans along the Mississippi River. This prime location is within walking distance from many renowned New Orleans historic sites, famed restaurants and nightlife. Our San Diego host hotel sold out early, so we encourage you to book your rooms as soon as possible. In order to receive the Running USA negotiated rate, please book directly with our travel partner Global JBS at this link.


Running USA Expo Presence Benefit for our Members

Running USA attends between 8-10 expos per year. To have your event flyers or product information distributed at expos Running USA attends, contact peter@runningusa.org. Next confirmed expos are the Pikes Peak Marathon Expo, August 15-16, and Twin Cities Marathon Health and Fitness Expo, October 3-4.



Running USA™ "In the News"



Running USA actively promotes our sport and serves as a resource center that together support our mission to advance the growth and success of the running industry. This section highlights news articles where Running USA and its statistics and data are mentioned or sourced.
Asheville Citizen-Times (NC) article "Asheville running goes boom: 2 new stores in 2 months" with Running USA 2013 National Runner Survey stats.

Albany Union Times (NY) article "Anti-runners choose to sit out Couch-to-5K" with Running USA event finisher growth percent from 2012 to 2013.

Lima News (OH) article "Get in race shape the right way" with Running USA event finisher 2013 total and overall growth stats.


Member Profile:
Capital City Half Marathon/M3S Sports


The Capital City Half Marathon, voted the Best Half Marathon In Ohio by the popular fitness web site DailyBurn.com, produces one of the nation's best half-marathon experiences.



From complimentary Michelob Ultra, Yellow Tail Sparkling Wine and Patrón cocktails at the Finish Line Party to more than 50 bands, DJs and cheer stations on the course, Cap City celebrated like a champion the 14,000 runners and walkers that participate in the Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K in 2014.



Cap City, held annually in Columbus, Ohio the first Saturday in May, is expected to grow to more than 15,000 participants in 2015. The race will be in the national spotlight in 2016 & 2017 when it hosts the USA Half Marathon Championships (men and women), the nation's premier road race for the 13.1-mile distance.



The Capital City Half Marathon is produced by M3S Sports, a sports marketing firm based in Columbus dedicated to celebrating a healthy active lifestyle. M3S



Sports also produces the Emerald City Half and Quarter Marathon, the Arizona Distance Classic Half Marathon, the Ohio State Four-Miler and a variety of other running and walking events in Central Ohio. For more information, visit www.capitalcityhalfmarathon.com and www.m3ssports.com.



Contact membership@runningusa.org if you would like to see your event or company featured.




Member News


Running USA Welcomes our Newest Member

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MetroPCS Dallas Marathon Announces Sponsorship

MetroPCS Dallas Marathon race organizers announced that Behringer, a Dallas-based leader in specialized investment opportunities, has expanded its sponsorship of Dallas' largest marathon. Behringer now will serve as the title sponsor of the 5-Person Relay and the Corporate Relay Challenge through 2016. The MetroPCS Dallas Marathon, Half Marathon and Behringer Relay is slated for December 14, 2014. This will be the ninth year Behringer has sponsored the event.



Akron Marathon Makes New Additions to Finisher Festival

A new addition this year to the Akron Marathon will give families and friends of runners the opportunity to reserve a premium spot to watch the finish of the race at Canal Park stadium. The Champion Finish Line Experience features two exclusive areas, an on-field location by the first base line as well as private seating in Canal Park Stadium's Tiki Terrace, and includes a picnic lunch with upgraded drink tickets. The 12th annual event will be held September 27, 2014.



Free MCM Training Runs Every Sunday
City Sports is partnering with the Marine Corps Marathon to host free group training runs preparing participants for "The People's Marathon." Each Sunday morning from July 27, through the week before the October 26 Marathon.



Big Sur Marathon Announces Changes to Relay

The scenic Big Sur Marathon course offers a variety of distances including the marathon relay. For 2015, the relay will feature four-person teams, down from five in the past, with leg distances of 4.8, 5.0, 7.2 and 9.2 miles. In addition, the relay will be limited to 200 total teams. Registration opens August 1.



Long Beach International City Bank Marathon Announces Sponsor

The Long Beach International City Bank Marathon & Half Marathon announced that Florastor has become an official partner and the results sponsor of Southern California's premier fall marathon event held October 10 to 12, 2014.


ACTIVE Network Celebrates Partnership

ACTIVE Network celebrates 11 years as the event technology partner for Endurance Marketing Inc., a full service event management and production firm specializing in the running and walking industry. Founded in 2003, Endurance Marketing has managed more than 100 events, including the Chicago Distance Classic, Hospital Hill Run, Fort2Base Race and The All American Marathon.




People in the News



Molly O'Keefe, publisher of Rodale Inc.'s Runner's World and Running Times, announced that Paul Collins has been promoted to associate publisher of both brands. The appointment is effective immediately. Collins has been advertising director of Runner's World and Running Times since 2010.


Dave McGillivray is planning to put the 'miles' in his upcoming milestone birthday by running 60 miles to mark the occasion. McGillivray, who officially turns 60 on August 22, will make his run on August 9, on a 3.5-mile route near his North Andover, MA, home that includes a loop around the Old Town Common and back 17 times.


Rhiannon Johns was announced as Indianapolis Monumental Marathon's new Marketing and Communications Coordinator. Johns is a native of Sault Ste Marie Ontario, and won the Canadian Marathon Championship in May.



Industry Jobs

Company: Alanic

Job Title: Sales

Alanic is a fast growing active wear and running apparel brand. We work with major brands like Competitor Group International, Basketball Australia, PPAI, Warner Music and Many Major Marathons worldwide. At Alanic (Beverly Hills operations) we are looking for a friendly and professional person who has passion to make a lot of money and work hard.

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 + Super + Commission + Cell Phone + 13 inch Macbook
* Commission between $200 - $1000/week depending on your work
Please contact: Johnny Beig, johnny@alanic.com



Company: Competitor Group, Inc.

Job Title: Digital Development & Marketing Manager

We are seeking a motivated and talented Digital Development and Partnership Marketing Manager to support our growing department. This person will be directly involved in the planning and execution of digital advertising campaigns for advertisers across all websites, social and mobile platforms. This is a fast-paced environment with lots of opportunity to grow, learn and be creative. You will collaborate with multiple departments including national sales, editorial, digital development, marketing and event operations. Read more at this link.



Company: Competitor Group, Inc.

Job Title: Assistant Coordinator - Community Relations

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Community Relations team in crafting race/road closure notification materials (print, web, email), conducting market research, and developing presentations that effectively communicate road closure information on behalf of the Competitor Group's Events Division. This position will have some opportunity for travel to events nationwide. Read more at this link.



Company: Competitor Group, Inc.

Job Title: Coordinator, Community Relations & Insurance

We are looking for a motivated individual to work closely with the Community Relations Manager and Course Operations team coordinating development of race notification materials (print, web, email, social media), crafting and delivering community presentations that effectively communicate road closure information for Competitor Group's Events Division. The Coordinator will develop new relationships and initiatives in each local market in an effort to build trust in Competitor Group events. This position will travel to approximately 8-10 events nationwide, including race weekend and several advance travel trips per market. Read more at this link.



Visit www.runningusa.org/ for additional job listings.

Upcoming Events


Plan your 2014 RUN@WORK or RUN@School Day Event
(September 19, 2014) Various


Portland Marathon Event Directors College

(October 2-4, 2014) Portland, OR

2nd Estes Trail Ascent - Trail Running Conference
(October 9-11, 2014) Estes Park, CO

Road Race Management Race Director's Meeting
(November 6-8, 2014) Hollywood, FL


TEAMS '14 Conference & Expo

(November 10-13, 2014) Las Vegas, NV



US Sports Congress

(December 8-10, 2014) Savannah, GA



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


57th Annual RRCA National Convention
(April 22-26, 2015) Des Moines, IA









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