Louisville, KY, (July 16, 2025) – In response to attendee feedback, Running USA today shares exciting programming updates for the 2025 Industry Conference presented by haku, to be held in Louisville, KY from February 2-4, 2025. Registration is now open and hotel reservations at the Galt House Hotel can be made here at a discounted rate.
Speed Networking Makes a Comeback!
On Sunday, February 2, the popular Speed Networking event returns, providing attendees with the perfect opportunity to forge new connections across the running industry. This event is especially beneficial for first-time attendees and those looking to expand their professional network.
“Speed networking has been one of the all time greatest hits at the Industry Conference, so we’re thrilled to bring it back to our 2025 event,” said Michael Clemons, Operations Director for Running USA. Be sure to arrive by Sunday mid-day to be able to participate. Event registration will open at 11am.
Targeted Content Tracks
In response to attendee feedback, this year’s sessions (outside of the general sessions) will be organized into five specific content tracks:
● Event Management & Operations
● Business Development & Partnerships
● Marketing & Communications
● Customer Experience & Relations
● Wildcard: Content that may not fall into one of the above categories
“While anyone can go to any session they choose, we don’t want attendees to have to choose between two sessions that fall under the same category. Setting up these tracks will ensure that during each breakout session, the diverse programming options will meet the needs of all industry professionals,” said Clemons.
Round Table Sessions for Peer-to-Peer Discussion
Additionally, the conference will feature Monday afternoon Round Table Sessions, offering a platform for individuals in various sectors to meet, network, share ideas, and tackle challenges. Focus areas for the round tables include:
● Small to Medium (less than 5,000) Event Management & Operations
● Large Event Management & Operations
● Business Development & Partnerships
● Marketing & Communications
● Customer Experience & Relations
● Vendors & B2B Sales
These sessions are designed to foster collaboration and support among industry peers.
Register Today
Don’t miss out on the world’s highest esteem event specifically for running industry professionals. Secure your spot at the 2025 Industry Conference by registering here. Don’t delay – a price increase is coming on Sept. 2, 2024.
For those interested in participating in the annual Conference Expo, a great chance to showcase brands and products relevant to the running industry, Expo registration is now open. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
About the Industry Conference
Since its origins as a small gathering of Running USA’s founders in Southern California in 2004, the Running USA Industry Conference presented by haku is the best-attended, most esteemed gathering of running industry professionals from around the world. Moving locations each year, the conference has been held in Los Angeles, San Diego, Savannah, Houston, San Antonio, Denver, New Orleans, Puerto Rico, Las Vegas, Orlando and heads to Louisville, KY for the 2025 event.
About Running USA
Running USA is a non-profit that serves as the leading trade organization for the running industry in North America and hosts the nation’s preeminent industry conference annually. Through education, research, best practices and data, Running USA is committed to supporting and facilitating growth, diversification and excitement in running communities everywhere. We promote networking and idea-sharing between event organizers, sponsors, vendors and athletes. Running USA is a member of a global alliance of organizations focused on the betterment of the global running community including the Running Industry Alliance and European Athletics. For more information, visit runningusa.org.
