Business Founders
Co-founders Ashley Raymond and Meagan Doyle share why knowing how to use a pepper spray device is just as important as carrying it, their motivation for launching a self-defense product company, and what differentiates Safely from other brands.
Business Founders
Claire Shorenstein, Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, advises runners on proper fueling strategies through her Eat for Endurance coaching business, podcast, and community. She shares why she became a nutrition expert, plus travel nutrition tips for runners.
Runners
Co-founder of podcasting consulting company Wild Poppy Creative, Emily Holland shares how an alcohol-free life and a love of trail running helped her push past limiting beliefs, plus her insights on top running podcasts.
Run Club Leaders
Founder of A Tribe Called Run, Will Walker, shares how being adaptable and of service to others cultivates an inclusive running community, and why formalizing as a business adds accountability.
Runners
Zoë Rom is an elite trail runner, podcast host, coach, and environmental journalist. She shares the importance of making environmental decisions that extend outside our identity as runners.
Race Directors
Each Labor Day weekend, Charlotte’s inner beltway shuts down for thousands of runners to run the Around the Crown 10K. Race Director Brian Mister shares the race’s founding story and its community-focused initiatives in the Queen City.
Business Founders
Jason Bahamundi discusses the lessons endurance sports teach us and his mission to connect fellow athletes through Run Tri Bike’s media platforms.
Nonprofit Leaders
Family and friends of Alyssa Lokits are honoring her memory through a nonprofit that aims to provide safety education and empower women to live actively without fear.
Business Founders
Poised for entrepreneurship, Vessel Athletics founder Jasmine Sanchez found a problem that needed a solution — a better hydration system for runners — and dove in to invent it.
Run Club Leaders
Joining the Atlanta running community, Shannon Booker found new meaning in running. He's since found ways to give back to that community, as a run group leader and founder of The Sole Project.
Nonprofit Leaders
Erica Meisner organizes the Mental Health Matters 5K & Festival, which brings together the Charlotte community to run, have open conversations about mental health, and ensure no one feels alone. She shares her journey and the inspiration to launch the nonprofit.
Business Founders
Leaning into her love for running and illustration, Pen & Paces Founder Cindy Chin Smith creates meaningful products, from greeting cards to custom bib kits, that help celebrate runners’ achievements.