Head Start
By Race Directors HQ
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Episodes: 96
Description
Head Start is a podcast for race directors and anyone involved in the business of putting on races.
It doesn't matter where you're based or how many years experience you have or whether you're putting on a running race, a triathlon, an obstacle race or whatever. If you’ve got an interest in planning, organizing and growing endurance events, this is the podcast for you.
The focus of the podcast is twofold:
1) we bring you the latest and coolest innovations hitting the mass-participation endurance events industry, and
2) we bring you tips and actionable advice from industry experts to help you improve your race - one episode at a time.
Head Start is produced by RaceDirectorsHQ.com, an online resource platform and community network for race directors and race management professionals.
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The Future of Running: Building Africa's First Marathon Major
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May 21, 2026 |
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The Future of Running: Marathons as Public Healthcare
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May 12, 2026 |
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The Future of Running: The Future of Race Experience
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Apr 23, 2026 |
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The Future of Running: Stewarding the World’s Largest One-Day Fundraiser
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Feb 19, 2026 |
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The Future of Running: How Sydney Became a World Marathon Major
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Jan 13, 2026 |
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The Future of Running: Building Community, Brand and Fandom
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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The Future of Running: What Might a Marathon in 2100 Look Like?
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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The Future of Running: Leading the Future of the Boston Marathon
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Aug 05, 2025 |
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The Future of Running: Purpose Is the New Pace
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Jul 29, 2025 |
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The Future of Running: Seizing the Third Running Boom
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Jun 12, 2025 |
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The Future of Running: Inside the Future of the World Marathon Majors
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May 29, 2025 |
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Race Medals: Materials, Design, Ordering & Costs
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May 05, 2025 |
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The Future of Running: Community & Inclusivity at the LA Marathon
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Introducing: The Future of Running
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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Race Trends 2024: Participation Growth, Referrals & Younger Runners
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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Race Permits: Applications, Timelines & Approvals
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Jan 20, 2025 |
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2024 Global Runner Survey: Inclusion, Runner Preferences & Participation
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Oct 22, 2024 |
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Race Waivers: What to Include & When They Hold Up
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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Race Course Measurement & Certification: Process, Accuracy & Costs
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Jul 17, 2024 |
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Race Liability Insurance: Coverage, Exclusions & Additional Insureds
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Jun 10, 2024 |
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Race Crisis Communications: When to Speak, What to Say & How to Prepare
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Apr 22, 2024 |
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Race Trends 2023: Registrations, Repeat Runners & Event Growth
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Mar 05, 2024 |
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Instagram Marketing for Races: Ad Creatives & Influencer Partnerships
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Feb 06, 2024 |
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Race Course Design: Routes, Start Areas, Certification & Bottlenecks
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Dec 12, 2023 |
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Building a Race Series: Brand, Repeat Participation & Local Delivery Partners
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Nov 08, 2023 |
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Hood to Coast Relay: Team Logistics, Rules & Managing 3,600 Volunteers
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Oct 16, 2023 |
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Supporting Female Runners: Inclusive Marketing, Cutoffs & Race Facilities
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Sep 19, 2023 |
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Growing Boulderthon: City Support, Runner Feedback & Race Marketing
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Aug 23, 2023 |
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2013 Boston Marathon Bombing: Emergency Response & Race Leadership
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Aug 01, 2023 |
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Race Sponsorship Proposals: What to Include & How to Tailor Your Pitch
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Jul 12, 2023 |
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Race Merchandise: Sales Channels, Apparel Orders & Vendor Choices
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Jun 26, 2023 |
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Race Medical Planning: Staffing, Duty of Care & Emergency Preparation
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Jun 12, 2023 |
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Organizing Trail & Ultra Races: Permits, Volunteers & Course Marking
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May 29, 2023 |
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Social Media for Races: Facebook, Instagram & Content That Engages
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May 15, 2023 |
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Hiccup Reusable Race Cups: Rentals, Collection, Cleaning & Costs
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May 02, 2023 |
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SBT GRVL: Launching a Gravel Race Through Community & Inclusivity
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Apr 17, 2023 |
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Race Photography: Participant Photos, Course Locations & Costs
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Apr 03, 2023 |
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Local Media for Races: Newsworthy Stories, Press Releases & Pitches
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Mar 20, 2023 |
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Race Budgeting: What It Costs & How to Break Even
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Mar 06, 2023 |
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Race Trends 2022: Registrations, Event Churn & Repeat Participation
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Feb 20, 2023 |
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Inside HYROX: Building & Scaling a Global Fitness Race Format
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Feb 06, 2023 |
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Growing a Race Business: Staffing, Sponsorship & Sustainable Expansion
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Jan 23, 2023 |
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Attracting Gen Z Runners: Branding, Community & the DC Half
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Jan 10, 2023 |
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2022 Podcast Highlights
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Dec 26, 2022 |
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Around the Crown 10K: Inclusive Entries, Cupless Racing & Community
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Dec 12, 2022 |
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Solar Power for Race Day: DIY Equipment, Batteries & Costs
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Dec 05, 2022 |
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Carbon-Neutral Race Production: Emissions, Carpooling & Renewable Energy
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Nov 28, 2022 |
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Race Surveys: What to Ask & How to Use the Answers
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Nov 14, 2022 |
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Starting Your First Race: Crowdfunding, Local Grants & Event Promotion
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Oct 31, 2022 |
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TikTok Marketing for Races: Video Hooks, Audiences & Spark Ads
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Oct 17, 2022 |
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Stress & Burnout in Event Management: Building Resilience
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Oct 04, 2022 |
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Finding Race Sponsors: Audience Research, Prospecting & First Contact
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Sep 19, 2022 |
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Zero-Waste Races: Recycling, Composting & Leftover Swag
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Sep 05, 2022 |
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2022 Global Runner Survey: Runner Motivations & Participation Insights
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Aug 22, 2022 |
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Facebook Ads for Races, Part 2: Creatives, Budgets, Retargeting & Optimization
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Aug 08, 2022 |
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Facebook Ads for Races, Part 1: Funnels, Campaign Objectives & Targeting
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Jul 25, 2022 |
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Race Sponsorship Strategy: Audience Value, In-Kind Deals & Proposals
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Jul 11, 2022 |
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iRewind Personalized Race Videos: Production, Technology & Costs
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Jun 27, 2022 |
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Race Trademarks: How to Protect Your Race Name
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Jun 13, 2022 |
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Email Marketing for Races: Segmentation, Newsletters & Campaign Planning
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May 30, 2022 |
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Race Industry Recovery in 2022: Registrations, Runner Confidence & Costs
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May 16, 2022 |
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SMS Marketing for Races: Campaigns, Conversations & Registration Tracking
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May 02, 2022 |
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Hiring a Race Announcer: Roles, Costs & Finish-Line Tips
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Apr 18, 2022 |
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Launching the Space Force T-Minus 10-Miler: Military Race Planning (2022)
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Apr 12, 2022 |
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Race Sustainability Certification: The Council for Responsible Sport
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Apr 04, 2022 |
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Race Volunteers: Recruitment Plans, Team Structure & Retention
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Mar 21, 2022 |
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Portland Marathon Fraud: The Investigation & 2022 Indictment
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Mar 10, 2022 |
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Building a Race Brand: Mission, Positioning & Consistency
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Mar 07, 2022 |
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Race Marketing Psychology: Social Proof, Scarcity & Participant Decisions
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Feb 21, 2022 |
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Race Trends 2021: Registration Recovery, Repeat Participation & Virtual Events
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Feb 07, 2022 |
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Race Expos: Recruiting Vendors, Pricing Booths & Building Partnerships
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Jan 24, 2022 |
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Race PR & Earned Media: Finding Your Story & Pitching the Press
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Jan 10, 2022 |
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Race Directors Look Ahead to 2022: Recovery, Supply Chains & Event Plans
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Dec 27, 2021 |
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International Race Marketing: Attracting Runners Who Travel
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Dec 13, 2021 |
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Buying & Selling Races: Valuation, Due Diligence & Sale Agreements
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Nov 29, 2021 |
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GiveSignup | RunSignup Winter Symposium 2022: Training & Networking Preview
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Nov 18, 2021 |
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SEO for Race Websites: Search Intent, Event Schema & Backlinks
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Nov 15, 2021 |
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Race Ambassador Programs: Recruitment, Incentives & Measuring Results
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Nov 01, 2021 |
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Tyvek Race Bibs: Printing, Recycling & the 2021 Supply Shortage
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Oct 29, 2021 |
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Launching a Local 10K: Community Buy-In & Digital Marketing at Weybridge
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Oct 18, 2021 |
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Race Day Operations: Site Setup, Team Leads & Volunteer Coordination
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Oct 04, 2021 |
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Race Reviews: Collecting Feedback, Handling Criticism & Marketing Your Event
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Sep 20, 2021 |
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DIY RFID Race Timing: How to Build Your Own System
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Sep 06, 2021 |
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Race Sustainability: Waste Audits, Carbon Footprints & Offsetting
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Aug 23, 2021 |
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Race Crowd Management: Start Waves, Participant Flows & Course Congestion
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Aug 09, 2021 |
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Selling Race Sponsorships: Sponsor Meetings, Pricing & Negotiation
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Jul 26, 2021 |
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Race Trends, Summer 2021: Registration Recovery, Entry Fees & Demographics
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Jul 12, 2021 |
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How to Organize a Kids Run: Safety, Swag & Family Sponsorships
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Jul 05, 2021 |
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Ooho Edible Water Sachets: Plastic-Free Race Hydration
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Jun 28, 2021 |
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Race Charity Partnerships: Finding the Right Partner & Making It Work
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Jun 21, 2021 |
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Bluetooth Race Timing: How It Works, Costs & RFID Comparisons
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Jun 14, 2021 |
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Trail Race Safety: Risk Assessments, Emergency Plans & Mandatory Gear
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Jun 07, 2021 |
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Race Marketing in 2021: Facebook Ads, Instagram & Strava Clubs
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May 31, 2021 |
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Trees not Tees: Tree Planting as an Alternative to Race Shirts & Medals
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May 24, 2021 |
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Race Cancellation Insurance: Coverage, Costs & Pandemic Exclusions (2021)
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May 17, 2021 |
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Welcome to Head Start!
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Apr 20, 2021 |