Marathon Printing, Inc. Leads the Way in Trail Running Innovation as Presenting Sponsor for 2025 Conference and Webinar Series

April 15, 2025

Third successive year of partnership with Family-owned event supplier

April 15, 2025 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – For the third consecutive year, Marathon Printing, Inc., has stepped up to champion the future of trail running, announcing its presenting sponsorship of both the 2025 US Trail Running Conference and the 2025 USTRC RD Master Class Webinar Series. This continued partnership underscores Marathon Printing’s commitment to supporting the growth and innovation of the sport. The Oregon-based company is a family-owned leader in event supply, deeply rooted in the values of community and outdoor recreation.

The 2025 edition of the Conference comes to Knoxville, Tennessee, a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts and home to the majestic Great Smoky Mountains, for the second time in its thirteen-year history. The conference will be held at the University of Tennessee Conference Center, close to the vibrant downtown Knoxville area and the stunning Knoxville urban wilderness trail system.

The 2025 theme for the Conference, ‘The Future of Trail Running: Technology Solutions,’ will include content that explores cutting-edge advancements in areas such as race management software, data analytics, social media marketing, and sustainable event practices. The Conference is held in partnership with the Visit Knxoville Sports Commission and the American Trail Running Association. Registration is open for in person participation.

The RD Master Class webinar series offers invaluable monthly content for trail race directors and event organizers, covering crucial topics such as social media marketing, how AI can help grow your races, creating a stunning website, and volunteer recruitment. Sessions are designed for both seasoned professionals and newcomers seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge. Participation is available by registration only, with options for a single session or the complete series.

“We are honored to support the US Trail Running Conference and the 2025 USTRC RD Master Class Webinar Series,” comments Anthony Foster, Director of Operations, Marathon Printing, Inc. “This continued partnership allows us to engage with the heart of the trail-running community and continue providing solutions that help race directors deliver exceptional events. I have huge respect for the diversity, challenge, and the love each athlete and race director has for the sport, and am excited to see it thrive and continue. Thanks, Terry, for having us!”

Conference director Terry Chiplin said, “I am thrilled that Marathon Printing, Inc. has agreed to renew their partnership for a third successive year as presenting sponsors for both our annual Conference, and the monthly RD Master Class webinar series. The Marathon Printing team have been amazing to work with over the last two years, and we are excited to be partnering with them to raise awareness of how technology can transform the sport.”

Registration for the 2025 US Trail Running Conference and the RD Master Class Webinar Series is open at US Trail Running Conference.com. For media inquiries, please contact Terry Chiplin at terry@ustrailrunningconference.com.

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About the US Trail Running Conference:
The US Trail Running Conference, presented by Marathon Printing, Inc., provides education, inspiration, and unique networking opportunities for trail race directors, trail runners, brands and fans of the sport. The Conference is held in partnership with Visit Knoxville Sports Commission and the American Trail Running Association. The annual Conference is supplemented with ongoing education from the RD Master Class monthly webinar series. The mission of the US Trail Running Conference is to lead, educate, connect and empower an inclusive family of trail runners, race directors and industry leaders working to share best practices with the trail running community.

Contact Event Director, Terry Chiplin for further information, terry@ustrailrunningconference.com, or +33 (0)6 79 76 31 53

About Marathon Printing Inc.:
Marathon Printing is a family-owned company that specializes in producing custom printed items for endurance sports. Race bibs are their most popular item, either custom printed or stock bibs. Marathon Printing also supplies vital accessories for race directors like pins, bags and pennant flags, as well as postcards, business cards, brochures, bumper stickers and labels. They have been a loyal supporter of the US Trail Running Conference since 2015 and are also an Event Standard Partner for ATRA.