12 March 2025
The Future of Running: Community & Inclusivity at the LA Marathon
Phil Dumontet sits down with the LA Marathon's Stacey Embretson to go behind the scenes of one of the most iconic races in the country.
Welcome to "The Future of Running" podcast on Head Start presented by Brooksee and hosted by Phil Dumontet.
In this episode, Phil sits down with Stacey Embretson, Senior Director of Operations for the LA Marathon, to go behind the scenes of one of the most iconic races in the country, exploring how the LA Marathon has evolved since 2008 and where it's headed next.
What does the future of major city marathons look like? How do you innovate in an event with decades of history, while keeping pace with the new technology and runner expectations? And, how do you navigate complex, multi jurisdictional logistics while adapting to climate change and wildfires?
Whether you're a race director and event organizer or just passionate about where endurance sports are headed, this episode is packed with insights into what it really takes to put on the races of the future.
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