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Logan's Future as USA Track &Field CEO Under Review
AFP
Doug Logan marked his second anniversary as USA Track and Field's chief executive this week, but learned last week that he could be ousted as early as next month. According to sources within the American governing body for athletics, Logan was in Columbus, Ohio, last Thursday to meet with USATF president Stephanie Hightower and Jeff Darman of the organisation's board of directors. Logan was told he must show improvement by mid-August, or face dismissal. Hightower and Darman confirmed last week's meeting, but declined further comment. "We have an obligation to evaluate our CEO," said Hightower, a former world-class hurdler and USATF's president since December 2008. More
Houston to Use 2011 Half Marathon Champs as OT Preview
RunnersWeb.com
The Houston Marathon Committee announced this week that Houston will host 2011 USA Half Marathon Championships and will hold the championship race on the Saturday before the 39th Chevron Houston Marathon on an eight-mile loop course designed to give athletes a preview of the 2012 Olympic Trials marathon course. The January 29 championships will also allow athletes to experience the Houston Marathon Committee's operating plans for the 2012 Olympic Trials. More
Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Reports $54M Benefit for San Diego
KBPS
This year's Rock `n' Roll Marathon had a $54 million impact on San Diego's economy, including $34 million in direct visitor spending, according to a study released this week by the Competitor Group. The marathon, which was held June 6, drew 37,463 marathon-related visitors to San Diego from all 50 states and 23 countries, according to the study conducted by San Diego State University's Sports MBA program. More |
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Tempe Hopes to Repair Lake in Time for Fall Triathlons
KTAR.com
Tempe is making plans to reconstruct Tempe Town Lake, which went flowing down the Salt River bed when one of its rubber dam bladders burst. The lake is used by several triathlons, including Ironman Arizona. Tuesday's breach reduced Tempe Town Lake to a muddy basin. Nathan's Triathlon, scheduled at the lake in September, probably will have to be rescheduled or moved, officials said. But, they voiced confidence the Soma Half-Triathlon in October and the Ironman Arizona Triathlon in November will be held. More River Conditions Force Postponement of Missouri River 340
The Missourian
The Missouri River 340, the world's longest nonstop river race, has been postponed because of dangerous conditions along the Missouri River. The race, scheduled to take place July 27-30, has been moved to August 24. Participants registered in the race who can not make the re-scheduled event will be offered a voucher to participate in the 2011 race. More
Aspen Looks at Proposal to Add Cycling Backcountry Marathon
The Aspen Times
The Aspen City Council told the town's event planning staff Monday night to take "baby steps" in an effort to add a backcountry marathon to next year's Aspen Cycling Criterium. Nancy Lesley, director of special events and marketing, told the council she expects the event to significantly contribute to the Aspen economy, as the program expects 500 to 750 participants. More |
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Atlantic City Marathon Picks New Date, Course
Press of Atlantic City
The Atlantic City Marathon announced Friday that it's returning for its 52nd year on October 17. Last year's race was first cancelled, then postponed until November. Marathon organizers also said that they are completely redoing the race route. "We've eliminated the old course that had participants running back and forth on the same route multiple times," said race director Brian Barry. More
Cowtown Growth Leads to New 2011 Location
Dallas Morning News
Growth necessitated a new start-finish line for The Cowtown, Fort Worth's annual multiple-road race extravaganza. The 2011 events, to be held February 25-27, will move to the Will Rogers Memorial Center after seven years at Sundance Square. "We were looking for indoor facilities for our expo and packet pickup in case the weather is not good," said executive director Heidi Swartz, who anticipates a combined 25,000 participants for the seven races. More
Eugene Women's Half Adds Chocolate Maker as Sponsor
The Eugene Women's Half ihas announced that chocolate maker Ghirardelli will be a sponsor of the September 5 race. As part of the sponsorship, Ghirardelli will be providing chocolate samples to all competitors at the finish of the Oregon half marathon race.
Nebraska Race Organizers Face Limits on State Highway Use
KETV
Organizers of Nebraska sporting events are concerned over a state policy that keeps athletic races off state highways. Officials said no one has enforced the policy until recently. More
Skyhook Wireless to Map Mobile Activity During SF Marathon
Business Wire
Skyhook Wireless, a provider of in location positioning, context and intelligence, and The San Francisco Marathon have announced a collaboration to deploy a real-time map of geotagged mobile activity around this Sunday's marathon. "Skyhook's SpotRank map for The San Francisco Marathon allows us to provide a unique view into how the city of San Francisco adapts to the race," said Lyz Luke, media coordinator for the marathon. More |
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Road Race Management - Your Complete Source for Information
Road Race Management membership and newsletter, your complete source for information. Check out our publications, the annual Race Directors' Meeting or nominate someone for the Race Director of the Year Award. |
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Newsmakers |
Nora Stowell has been named vice president and business director for Suunto U.S.A. Stowell comes to Suunto from Salomon U.S.A., another Amer Sports brand, where she was director of apparel and gear.
Kelen Carlock has been hired by sportswear compnay Sport Science USA as a marketing and communications representative. |
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Conferences |
(July 30-31, 2010)
Race director certification class in Seattle, WA.
IRRA 2010 Workshop
(August 23-25, 2010)
"Keeping Specialty Special" workshop in Bethesda, MD for specialty retailers sponsored by the Independent Running Retailers Association.
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Online Seminars |
Sweet Spot: The Intersection of Sponsorship and Social Media
Organization: IEG, LLC
(July 29, 2 p.m. eastern)
This webinar will provide a look at how properties are using social media to grow their audiences, reputations and their sponsorship revenue. More |
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Career Opportunities |
Registration/Database ManagerCompany: Event Marketing Services, Inc. Event Marketing Services in Charlotte, NC is looking for a registration/database manager for its event business. This is a full-time position that requires a substantial commitment to work evenings and weekends. Job responsibilities include creating and maintaining an operation manual for the planning and executing of data base management and timing and scoring functions; all data input, including manual entry from in-store drop offs and mail-ins and online downloading for upcoming events; creating of a month to month event timeline calendar; creating and maintaining online registration for events which includes setting up online registration sites; and using RunScore software to time and score all running events, with strong ability to problem solve and work under pressure. To receive a complete job description or to apply with a résumé and letter, email humanresources@runforyourlife.com. Director of Corporate Communications
Company: World Triathlon Corporation
World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) seeks a Director of Corporate Communications to be responsible for management of their global sports-related portfolio, that includes the Ironman, Ironman 70.3, Iron Girl and IronKids brands. Candidate should possess a minimum of 10-15 years of experience in a corporate, agency or sports-related environment. Skills should include strategic planning, budget development/control, crisis and reputation management, staff utilization, implementation of successful PR campaigns and a working knowledge of the ever-changing media landscape. The position, which requires travel, is highly visible and demands a candidate with strong leadership skills, charisma and ability to manage multiple brands with an eye for detail. Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., WTC offers full benefits, 401K, vacation packages, along with a variety of unique perks. Salary commensurate with experience. Qualified candidates can forward information or questions to Resume@ironman.com.
North America Marketing Director
Company: Smartwool
This position will lead the North American interpretation, execution and communication of the SmartWool global brand vision collectively with senior management and other key influencers. Building from the Long Range Plan (LRP), develop and execute an annual North American marketing plan that supports SmartWool's strategic direction. The plan will: create alignment between SmartWool's product map, distribution channels and customers, contribute to SmartWool's retail partnerships by driving retail footprints, thus improving the "partnership ROI," the return that SmartWool and our dealers enjoy on the investment we have made in each other, bundle SmartWool's significant creative resources into a package that drives the objectives set in the LRP, and create a simple set of brand metrics that can be referred to and benchmarked for consistency in all brand-related activities, then work to integrate those metrics universally throughout SmartWool's North American organization. More Sponsorship Sales and Expo/Block Party Coordinator
Company: Red Rock Company
Red Rock Company, a Tempe, AZ based athletic event production company, is looking for a Sponsorship Sales and Expo/Block Party Coordinator for a national 5K race series. Job responsibilities include sponsorship and expo vendor sales, expo planning and coordination, sponsorship fulfillment, pre and post race block party planning and coordination. Must be willing to relocate to Tempe, AZ and travel to 6 events in 2010, 15-16 events in 2011, and 18-20 events in 2012. Position will start as part-time and become full-time in 2010. Interested applicants should send a resume via email to kimo@redrockco.com.
Company: Chicago Area Runners Association
The Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) is seeking an Executive Director. Reporting to CARA's Board of Directors, the Executive Director manages a staff of six and all aspects of CARA's non-profit business. The Executive Director develops and implements the strategies to guide CARA to meet the mission: to expand, motivate, support and celebrate the running community of Chicagoland by connecting runners to resources that help them run ~ farther, faster, better, for life. More |
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