Member Feature 

Pete Cooper, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Coopah, is helping reshape how runners train in the digital era. An athlete turned tech innovator, Cooper brings a powerful blend of passion and performance insight to the running world. In our latest Five Questions interview with Leah Etling, he shares how Coopah’s app is breaking barriers for everyday runners, what drives his approach to motivation and accessibility, and where he sees the future of training technology heading next.

Meet Hilary Fenet, the Founder and CEO of Halo. With a builder’s mindset and a clear, people-first approach to leadership, Hilary has guided Halo from a big idea into a fast-moving, impact-oriented company. In this conversation, she shares the origin story behind Halo, the lessons that shaped her as a founder, and what she’s excited about next.

In this inspiring interview, Running USA’s Leah Etling sits down with Aaron and Kris Olsen, the husband-and-wife team behind Finish Line Engravers. They share the runner-focused journey that led them to launch their business, and how their passion for the sport translates into personalized keepsakes for races nationwide. Hear how pride in their craft and a deep connection to the running community fuels every finish line they help celebrate.

Jay Holder chats with Anthea Dexter-Cooper, the new Executive Director of RunVermont. Appointed in November 2024, Anthea brings a dynamic legal and environmental advocacy background—previously serving as a senior attorney at the Conservation Law Foundation—to helm Vermont’s premier nonprofit in promoting running as a lifelong pursuit. Having spent over a decade in legal practice before leading RunVermont’s staff, board, and its flagship events and programs, she’s deeply committed to community fitness and inclusive access to running. Learn about her vision for the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon & Relay, strategies to grow participation across all demographics, and how her unique experiences will shape the organization’s future impact across Vermont.