Running Industry Diversity Coalition

We are pleased to announce the selection committee members who will assist us in choosing this year's RUN THE BLOCK recipient. Meet our RUN THE BLOCK selection committee! #Running4Diversity #RUNTHEBLOCK

The photos are here! We had a great time in Seattle for our board and staff retreat. It is always a good time when the team RIDC gets together! While in Seattle, we hosted a community run with Club Seattle Runners Division! The event was held at Brooks Trailhead and we loved meeting so many of you! Check out the photos: https://lnkd.in/eCKuBbyN Big thank you to David Jaewon Oh for capturing photos! #Running4Diversity

Have you checked out our new running jobs page yet? If not, now is the time to do so because new running industry roles are open! Here are a few opportunities: - Footwear Designer II, Brooks Running - HOKA Jr. Account Executive - REI, HOKA - Altra Sr. Manager of Community, Altra Running - V.P. of Operations, Superfeet Worldwide - Store Advisor, On - Running Territory Sales Manager, Mizuno USA If you're looking for a job, consider the page as your go-to resource. There, you'll be able to check out the latest openings from our member organizations in the running industry! Visit https://lnkd.in/e9pNwa8R to explore new opportunities. P.S. When you apply for a role, remember to mention that you found the opportunity through the RIDC! #Running4Diversity 

Congratulations to Hebah Hefzy on becoming the first hijabi runner to complete the Western States Endurance Run! https://loom.ly/H6inF2A

The Running Event has released its list of Best Running Stores of 2024! The winners exemplify what makes run specialty so special. Congratulations to these amazing retailers! https://loom.ly/1yI_wdw

Our July 2024 newsletter is now available! Check out what's new and what's happening with the RIDC as well as the running industry. Please subscribe and share with your networks! #Running4Diversity

Need tips on how to choose the right running shoes? Harry Chandler, Co-Owner of Charlotte Running Co. and RIDC retail sub-committee member, shares tips on how to choose the show that meets the unique needs of your feet! https://loom.ly/N_66KH8

Running USA has launched the 2024 Global Runner Survey and invites runners from around the world to participate in the world’s largest runner survey. Your valuable input will help shape the future of running events, products, and services. Complete the survey before the July 12th deadline! https://loom.ly/A06GFNk

Meet the RUN THE BLOCK Selection Committee Members! In March we launched RUN THE BLOCK, a new grant and mentoring pilot program by the RIDC to expand ownership in the running industry. Today, we are pleased to announce the Selection Committee Members who will assist in choosing this year's RUN THE BLOCK recipient. Cheers to our Selection Committee Members: - Kerin Hempel, Former CEO of York Road Runners - Jason R. Hunt, MSOL, Owner of Elite Feet - Joy Hunt, Owner of Elite Feet - Parker Karnan, Founder and GM of Karnan Associates - Skot Welch, President/Founder of Global Bridgebuilders, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of New Community Transformation Fund - Rick Wilhelm, VP of Brooks Running Sending a huge thank you to the RUN THE BLOCK Selection Committee Members! We could not do this without them. To learn more about RUN THE BLOCK, visit https://lnkd.in/g266DfTu #Running4Diversity

 🎉 Our 2023 Impact Report is here! 🎉 We're so excited about the RIDC's significant growth over the last year, and we're ready to share it with our amazing community and the world. Our commitment to our mission and values, the creation of opportunities for the communities we serve, and the growing awareness of our efforts defined our journey. We embraced innovation and welcomed dozens of new long-term partners to positively impact the business and culture of running. Despite the fact that we are a small but mighty team, our mission is deeply felt across the running industry. Our efforts in just a few short years speak volumes about our dedication and effectiveness. We are thrilled to share the highlights of our past year with you in this 2023 Impact Report. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/eWG5wwff #Running4Diversity