Lessons from a race director: empowering and learning from others
Amy Rusiecki, the race director for the Vermont 100 and several other ultras, learns from other RDs and also gives back by providing ideas to others.
From a near-death experience to race director
Stephanie Turner created the Hare Mountain 100 to give back to the ultra community after she survived a near-fatal mountain bike crash.
A commitment to the ultra running community, adventures and conservation
Brandon Thrower, race director of Tanawha Adventures, places an emphasis on the ultra running community and commitment to conservation.
Meet Sherpa John, Human Potential Running Series race director
John Lacroix, aka Sherpa John, is a trail and ultra race director who says he created the first 200-mile race in the U.S. in 2008.
Meet Craig Thornley, Western States race director
Craig Thornley is the race director for Western States, arguably the most beloved, prolific and popular 100-mile ultra race in North America
Lessons from a race director: Patience, sleep deprivation and parking lot poop
Andy Croom Mathews is the race director for A1 Ultra Events, which puts on nine trail and ultras, including the Long Haul 100.
Tejas Trails expands while offering something for everyone
Chris McWatters, race director for Tejas Trails, is expanding the offerings but making sure their events offer something for every runner.
Meet Francesca Conte, Bad to the Bone RD, who’s good for the sport
Francesca Conte is the race director of Bad to the Bone, which features Bel Monte, UROC and other races, primarily in Virginia.
Steve Durbin gives runners and communities opportunities to succeed
Steve Durbin is race director of Tunnel Hill 100, where 50- and 100-mile records have been set, Strolling Jim and the Barkley Fall Classic.
Keira Henninger: A ‘master problem solver’ and race director
Keira Henninger now directs Leona Divide and 10 other ultra marathon races, including the Sean O’Brien 50, Ray Miller 50-50 and others.
