FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Carmel Marathon Weekend to Return for 14th Annual Event
Under New Management
Popular central Indiana event poised for growth;
CRRG Events to expand outside Indiana
CARMEL, Ind. (May 17, 2023) - CRRG Events announced today that Full Circle
Events has acquired the Carmel Marathon Weekend. Full Circle Events, based
in central Indiana, will produce and manage the popular springtime race
held annually in Carmel, Indiana. CRRG Events will work with Full Circle
Events through the 2024 race to ensure a seamless transition for
participants, event partners and community members.
On April 8, 2023, the 13th annual Carmel Marathon attracted a sold-out
field for the third consecutive year with participants from 40 states and
six countries. More than 20 percent of the full marathoners finished with a
Boston Marathon qualifying time, moving the Carmel Marathon Presented by
Franciscan Health to fourth on MarathonGuide.com's list of top Boston
qualifier races in 2023. The event was also recognized nationally by the
Road Runners Club of America (RRCA), the largest running association in the
country, with two Championship designations in 2023. With its increased
recognition, the Carmel Marathon Weekend is well positioned for further
growth under Full Circle Events.
CRRG Events will continue its focus on producing premier running events
including their Indiana Women's Half Marathon & 5K at its new home in
Carmel, the 8-Hour Dream Endurance Race on Butler University's campus, and
the Donut 5K, one of the largest holiday run/walks in central Indiana. With
Full Circle Events' acquisition of the Carmel Marathon Weekend, CRRG Events
has plans for out-of-state expansion.
"There's no one I'd trust more with the future of the Carmel Marathon
Weekend than Jay and Kati," said Todd Oliver, president of CRRG Events.
"It's really rewarding to hand over this event to a group I know will take
it to the next level. Additionally, I'm excited to have capacity again to
expand CRRG Events into new markets while building back the Indiana Women's
Half Marathon into one of the top-10 largest women's only half marathons in
the U.S. In 2019 we were up to number eight, but then COVID hit. I am
confident we can reclaim its top-10 national status here in Carmel."
Full Circle Events, led by Jay and Kati Druba, has longtime ties to CRRG
Events. Jay served as an intern for the inaugural Carmel Marathon Weekend
in 2011, and both Jay and Kati have volunteered for and raced the event
several times throughout its history. Jay has more than a decade of
experience working in event production. During his time with IRONMAN, he
supported more than 80 events across the country. As a longtime
entrepreneur, Jay has successfully guided and built teams throughout
various industries. Kati brings years of experience in event production and
management, as well as the perspective of a lifelong runner.
"We couldn't be more excited to build on the legacy of success that the
CRRG team has built in the Carmel Marathon," said Jay Druba. "This event
has always been special to us, and the opportunity to play a bigger role is
truly a full circle moment. We're looking forward to working with event
partners and the city of Carmel to produce a great event for years to
come."
Since 2011, Carmel Marathon Weekend has enjoyed the support of the City of
Carmel, its businesses, Carmel Clay Schools and local community members.
Full Circle Events will continue collaborating with Hamilton County
Tourism, nearby hotels, charity partners, area running clubs and many
others to maximize the race weekend experience for participants and Carmel
residents alike.
"The Carmel Marathon under Todd Oliver's leadership has become a premier
event and major economic driver for Carmel," said Jeff Worrell, president
of the Carmel City Council. "I am looking forward to the future as Jay and
Kati take over, bringing new ideas and sharing their expertise with our
residents and visitors in April 2024."
The change in ownership does not affect the registration of participants
with an active deferral from 2023 to 2024. Additional details on the 14th
annual Carmel Marathon Weekend will be announced at CarmelMarathon.com.
About CRRG Events:
CRRG Events is an event management and production company with more than 20
years of producing successful running events. Based in Carmel, Indiana,
CRRG Events has staged and managed events across 11 states ranging from a
1-mile football halftime race to ultramarathons. For more information,
please visit CarmelRoadRacingGroup.com.
About Full Circle Events:
Full Circle Events is an event management company based in central Indiana
whose founders have experience in the production and management of running
and triathlon events.
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