RunSignup announces 2026 Timer Education Summit in Tampa

RunSignup, the leading registration and technology provider for the endurance industry in the U.S.,  is pleased to announce the 2026 Timer Education Summit. The summit is scheduled for January 27-28, 2026, at the University of South Florida Health CAMLS facility in Tampa, Florida. This year’s summit continues RunSignup’s commitment to helping timers across the endurance events industry expand their knowledge, sharpen their technical skills, and connect with peers. Building on the momentum of last year’s sold-out event, RunSignup expects strong attendance again in 2026 and encourages timers to register early.

What to Expect

The 2026 Summit offers both introductory and advanced educational tracks tailored to timers at every experience level. Attendees will gain hands-on training with RunSignup’s full platform — including a deep dive into RaceDay Real-Time products and RunSignup’s robust registration and ticketing tools — while exploring strategies to grow their businesses.

Key features include:

• Introductory Track, ideal for those onboarding new staff or just entering the timer industry: includes all four RunSignup Timer Certification Courses, training on the RaceDay Mobile Timing app and Photos, email marketing fundamentals, WebV2 custom websites, and discussions on essential best practices.
• Advanced Track, for seasoned and certified timers: covering advanced RaceDay Scoring and RaceJoy training, expert troubleshooting, operational efficiencies, advanced RunSignup platform features, and creative peer-solutions.
• General Sessions open to all attendees: RunSignup business and product update, “Tickets for Timers: New Revenue” session; AI’s role in the future of timing; and recognition of excellence with the 2026 Alan Jones Timer of the Year Award.

Additional Summit highlights:

• Hands-on AI workshop classes focusing on real-world applications to streamline operations.
• Technology demo room where attendees can test tools and receive personalized support.
• Morning run to showcase the RaceDay Real-Time technology suite in action.
• Networking opportunities with timers from across the country and direct time to interact with RunSignup experts.

Registration & Logistics

• Dates: January 27-28, 2026
• Location: University of South Florida Health CAMLS, Tampa, Florida
• Price: $100 (price increases after November 30, 2025, at 11:59pm EST)
• Who Should Attend: New-ish timers, experienced timers, timing staff being onboarded, and timer operations leads.

Spaces are limited. Early registration is encouraged to guarantee participation. Timers can register here. 

RunSignup's Dedication to Timers

RunSignup has a long-standing commitment to empowering timers with the tools, training, and community they need to excel. Its RaceDay Real-Time technology suite — including RaceDay Scoring, RaceJoy, RaceDay CheckIn, Photo Platform and RaceDay Mobile Timing — equips timers to deliver accurate, instant results and enhance participant experiences from start to finish. To support professional growth, RunSignup offers Timer Certification Courses that provide structured, hands-on instruction, ensuring timers stay current with best practices and emerging technologies. The Timer Education Summit itself underscores this dedication, creating an annual opportunity for timers to collaborate, learn, and innovate together.

“Timers are the backbone of every successful endurance event,” said Bob Bickel, Founder and CEO of RunSignup. “With technology and participant expectations constantly evolving, our goal is to give timers not just the tools they need today, but the training and community to thrive for years to come. The 2026 Timer Education Summit is another step in our mission to invest in their success and help to propel the industry forward.”