RUN THE INDUSTRY:
Career Summit
October 9-10 2026, Philadelphia
A weekend summit inspiring people to start, stay, and grow in the running industry.
The starting line of working in the running industry
Where do you go to learn about pursuing a career in running?
Many incredible industry conferences exist to support current employees and leaders, and we believe we can help ensure there’s a strong pipeline of people ready to enter the running industry’s job market.
RUN THE INDUSTRY Career Summit serves as the first access point into the industry for students, early-career professionals, and emerging leaders who may not yet realize running is an industry with meaningful and impactful career paths. The Career Summit’s purpose is twofold: to make the industry visible and to make it more accessible.
Summit Takeaways:
Summit Takeaways:
Most people don't realize how big the running industry is.
Attendees arrive curious and leave with a roadmap and a network:
Clarity on career pathways within the running industry and how to get there
Awareness of the opportunities in running (in addition to excelling at current role)
Practical tools to develop skills (a personal brand, identify transferable skills, etc.)
Direct connections to industry professionals and companies
Entry into the RIDC Network / Pipeline for continued opportunities
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