Get to know us

After competing in high school cross country as a West Plains Zizzer under the legendary Joe Bill Dixon, I took a long hiatus from running—only lacing up my sneakers for the occasional company picnic event or local 5K. But in 2024, driven by a desire to improve my health, I returned to running and quickly rediscovered my passion for the sport, the vibrant community around it, and the thrill of tackling personal challenges.

As I immersed myself in training, I leaned on experienced runners, seeking their guidance on how to improve and which races to target next. One friend, who had run marathons on multiple continents, had built a thriving business around his love for running, including race timing, race direction, and specialty retail stores across North Alabama.

That connection led to an exciting opportunity, and today, we proudly own Race Ready Events, dedicated to serving runners across Alabama, the Tennessee Valley, and the greater Southeast region. With three kids approaching their teenage years and a strong network of friends and colleagues in the endurance sports space, this venture is truly a friends-and-family effort—one rooted in elevating health, participation, and the professionalism of local racing. Our mission is simple: to create exceptional race experiences that inspire runners and strengthen the community we love.

We hope to see you at the START line and celebrate with you at the FINISH line soon!