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New Balance to Pay for Charles River Paths Snow Removal
Boston.com
New Balance has announced a sponsorship agreement with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) that will ensure area runners, joggers and walkers have clear running paths along the Charles River during the 2009-2010 winter season. Under the agreement, New Balance, which is based in Boston, has pledged to provide funding to support snow removal efforts along the 17-plus mile Charles River path spanning from the Museum of Science area in Cambridge to the Galen Street Bridge in Watertown. More
USA Triathlon Creates New Logo for 2010
USATriathlon.org
USA Triathlon (USAT) has created a new logo, which will be unveiled throughout 2010. A reason for the redesign, according to USAT's Manager of Creative Services Chris Didario, is to help better drive brand awareness and visibility for the organization's core disciplines. More
Triathlon Australia Cancels 2010 Challenge Series
The Sydney Morning HeraldTriathlon Australia has cancelled the national Challenge Series, saying the events were not financially viable. The entire series will be scrapped with events in Geelong, Hobart, Sydney and Adelaide to fall by the wayside as others such as the Canberra leg will be renamed and run by the state body. New Triathlon Australia president Peter Hedge said it was the only responsible course of action that could be taken. "It was clear from the review that the Challenge Series had failed to meet the organisation's expectations and deliver on its original objectives," Hedge said in a statement. MoreHobart Works to Replace Cancelled Triathlon
Down Economy Fails to Slow Austin Race Interest Austin Statesman
It has been a busy year in the Austin-area running world, where more than 120 races were run and many of those were run at or near capacity. While some people have answered the challenges of the economy by reducing activities and spending, it doesn't appear as though running has been a part of that strategy. "In 2009, we sold out for the first time ever," says Austin Marathon race director John Conley. "The long-term trend shows that more people are running, more people are paying attention to fitness, and more people are entering races. I really do think it's recession-proof." MoreSame Story in Jacksonville, Florida
SheROX Triathlon Series to Expand in 2010
RunnersWeb.com
The SheROX Triathlon Series, the all-women's sprint distance triathlon series, returns in 2010 with an expanded schedule . The 2010 SheROX Series will include stops in Philadelphia, Miami, Tempe, AZ, Rock Hill, SC, and Boulder, CO with additional cities to be announced in coming weeks. The 2010 series expects to include at least seven cities. More
St. George Officials Look for Ironman Race to Boost Local Economy
Localnews8.com
St. George area businesses have already begun preparations for a May Ironman Triathlon that officials say could generate up to $10 million for the local economy. Some 2,500 participants have registered for the event. More than 5,000 hotel room nights have already been reserved. Organizers anticipate the event will draw an estimated 10,000 visitors and 30,000 spectators. The St. George Convention and Tourism office spent $100,000 for a rights fee to host the event. The funds were drawn from tourism taxes and the state sports commission.
WBZ-TV Renews Local Boston Marathon Broadcasting Rights
Boston.com
WBZ-TV (Channel 4) will continue to be the official broadcasting home of the Boston Marathon. The station has announced that it renewed its partnership with the Boston Athletic Assocation through 2012. WBZ has had the exclusive local, live broadcasting rights for the marathon for 27 years. More
Triathlon iPhone App Available for Android
PR-USA.net
JammyCo has announced that First Time Triathlon (1stTimeTri), the company's iPhone and iPod Touch app, is now available in the Android market. 1stTimeTri is the first triathlon-related app available for the Android market. More
Peaksware Releases New Version of TrainingPeaks WKO+
Peaksware has announced the release of an all-new Version 3.0 of TrainingPeaks WKO+, the workout data and power analysis software for endurance athletes. In addition to more flexible licensing, WKO+ v 3.0 features Multi-File/Range Analysis, unlimited athlete profiles, Quadrant Analysis, Scatter Grafts, and seamless data transfer with TrainingPeaks.com for secure online data storage. More
Longtime Hudson Valley 10K Looks for New Race Director, Again
Daily Freeman
For the fifth time this decade, organizers of the Kingston (NY) Classic 10-kilometer road race are searching for a director. Last year's director, Jan Pollo Cole decided to step down a few weeks ago after only one year in charge. The 2010 Classic, which would be the 29th annual, is scheduled for April 25. More
Heritage Oaks Bank Run Donates $18K to Community Groups
Paso Robles Press
The 11th Heritage Oaks Bank Family Fun Day & Fun Run, held in September in Paso Robles, CA, donated more than $18,000 back into the Paso Robles community. "This year's event continued the tradition of our bank's community outreach to have a one-day event where the entire family can participate," said Mitch Massey, senior vice president marketing and race director. More |
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Newsmakers |
Jim Curl, Valerie Silk, Carl Thomas, Barb Lindquist, and Paula Newby-Fraser have been selected for induction into the USA Triathlon Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will be held on February 13 in Colorado Springs, CO. Curl, along with Thomas, began the U.S. Triathlon Series in 1982 and produced over 150 triathlons internationally. Silk served as the owner, president, CEO and race director for the Hawaiian Triathlon Corporation (now the World Triathlon Corporation) throughout the 1980s. Thomas also founded CAT Sports, Inc. in 1984, creating network televised special events for a number of sports and acting as the executive producer of over 25 televised triathlon events for ESPN, NBC and other national syndications. Lindquist was a member of the USA Triathlon World Championship team for 10 years, and in 134 career races, she won 33, stood on the podium 86 times and finished in the top 10 114 times. She placed ninth in the 2004 Olympic Games. Newby-Fraser is considered one of the greatest triathletes to ever have competed. She won eight Ironman World Championships between 1986 and 1996 and has 24 total Ironman career wins. More
Ben Fertic, chief executive of World Endurance Holdings, the parent company of the World Triathon Corporation and its Ironman triathlon series, was the subject of The New York Times' Sunday business section feature, The Boss. More |
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Conferences |
(January 31-February 2, 2010)
Annual conference for the running industry in Carlsbad, CA.
Symposium for triathlon race directors in Colorado Springs, CO.
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Online Seminars |
(January 14, 2010, 2 p.m. eastern)
Get a clear picture of where sponsorship is headed and what you should be doing to take advantage of shifting priorities and other industry developments. This session will discuss key issues and trends that will yield the greatest influence over your 2010 sponsorship deals. |
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Career Opportunities |
This position will be responsible to attain or exceed current and long term sales, distribution and merchandising goals in alignment with PowerBar sales targets, programs and budgets, for sports specialty accounts by fully leveraging PowerBar Sales and Marketing business capabilities, while training, mentoring and collaborating with our Sales Representatives and key accounts. Lead, administer and actively participate with the PowerBar independent Sales Representatives servicing the Sports Retail Channel. This position has direct account responsibilities for several key customers.
Director of Operations and Development
Company: Pacific Sports LLC
Pacific Sports LLC is a premier sports consultation firm, dedicated to the management of top-notch multi-sport events all around the nation including triathlons, marathons, and cycling events. The appropriate individual has a minimum of 2-3 years in event management and experienced with the management of client, sponsor, and permitting agencies. Pacific Sports is looking for someone who can immediately spearhead the management and development of event operations plans while also identifying new business and working closely with major sponsors. This is a full-time position reporting to the President. Key Responsibilities: Direct and manage all aspects of race production for annual events; Secure all necessary permits with municipalities and event venues; Recruit and manage contractors, crew, and volunteers for all events; Create and execute event production schedules; Financial management - budgeting and invoicing; Contract drafting and negotiation; Coordinate event planning meetings with key internal groups; Oversee sponsorship activation and assist in sponsorship acquisition; Assist in the creation and management of the annual marketing plan. Focus on direct, online, and grassroots marketing strategies; Identify and cultivate new business opportunities. Salary and Education: Commensurate with experience of the individual. A bachelor's degree is required. If interested and qualified, please e-mail your resume and salary requirements to jack@pacificsportsllc.com or fax to 714-978-1505. Applicant should be available by no later than January 11 and willing and able to move to Orange County, CA.
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