12 June 2025
The Future of Running: Seizing the Third Running Boom
From Tribeca films to carbon neutrality, NYRR’s CEO, Rob Simmelkjaer, unpacks the next evolution of races, runners, and storytelling.
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 Rob Simmelkjaer, CEO of New York Road Runners for a supercharged deep dive into the future of running.
What will the next decade of running look like? Why is NYRR producing a film for Tribeca? Can races go fully carbon neutral — and how soon? From media savvy to mental health, fan engagement to climate action, Rob shares visionary insights and hard-earned lessons from his Olympic broadcasting days to his current leadership of the world’s largest running organization.
Also in this episode, how one smart registration question can unlock a content goldmine, what race directors can learn from ESPN, and two bold ideas that could reshape the entire sport. Don’t miss this inside look at where the sport of running is headed — and how you can be part of shaping it.
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