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5 Questions with Josh Lumani, Race Roster Sales Account Executive
Running USA's Shawn K. Sullivan sat down with Josh Lumani, Sales Account Executive at Race Roster (as well as a dedicated runner and coach), to talk about the profound role that running has played in Josh's life and career. Hear his insights about the challenges facing the booming running landscape and why he believes the annual Industry Conference is one of the most collaborative times of the year for running professionals.
2026 Industry Conference First Time Attendee Webinar
This webinar walks new attendees through everything they need to know before arriving in St. Louis, from what to expect on site, to how to navigate sessions, connect with industry leaders, and take full advantage of networking opportunities. We highlight key events, insider tips, and practical details to ensure you feel prepared, and excited for three days of learning, collaboration, and inspiration. Perfect for anyone looking to start the conference with clarity and get the most value out of the experience.
Industry Insights Webinar: Event Marketing and Sponsorship
Running USA has released Part Two of the 2025 Event Management Study, exploring how running event organizations are evolving their marketing and sponsorship strategies to drive growth and engagement. Building on insights from the first installment, which focused on operations, this edition takes a deeper look at how races of all sizes are allocating budgets, structuring partnerships, and measuring impact in an increasingly competitive endurance landscape. Key findings are shared in this webinar.
5 Questions with Track Meet Founder Laura Renteria
Laura Renteria, founder of Track Meet, a festival-style track event designed for everyday runners. Laura is bringing a fresh, community-driven concept to Miami—one that blends the excitement of a traditional track meet with the inclusive, high-energy atmosphere of a modern running festival.
In this conversation with Running USA's Leah Etling, Laura shares how Track Meet was born, why she believes adults deserve a track-day experience of their own, and how she’s building an event where beginners, seasoned runners, families, and run clubs can all come together to compete, celebrate, and have fun.
5 Questions with Ben Parker, Co-Founder of Runna
Running USA's Leah Etling sat down with Ben Parker, Co-Founder of Runna, the rapidly growing digital coaching platform transforming how runners train. Ben shares the origins of Runna—from coaching friends at university to building a personalized digital training tool that now supports more than half a million runners daily. He discusses the company’s explosive growth, the recent acquisition by Strava, and how Runna’s technology, culture, and community-first mindset are helping runners of all levels reach their goals and live healthier, happier lives.