Womens Masters Team Roster
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2018
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Connecting with other runners, posting about ATC events and being active with the organization.
Occupation: Entrepreneur
Naimah Abdullah
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: One Year
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The AthHalf
Fun Fact about Varun: Since 2020, I have been working on getting robots to walk and run.
Varun Agrawal
Manager - Customer Success
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2017
Hometown: Charleston, WV
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon
Jennifer Akor
Manager - Customer Success
Manager - Customer Success
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2017
Hometown: Charleston, WV
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon
Jennifer Akor
Manager - Customer Success
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2021
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC 10 Miler
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Since it's my first year I'm hoping to inspire others along their walking/running journey. Making them feel welcomed and supported while also connecting them to others in this amazing running community.
Erika Ambrocio-Vasquez
Hometown: Oklahoma City, OK
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2015
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I love being a part of Running City USA. It's inspiring to be part of a community that fosters a love for a healthy and active lifestyle. Plus I love encouraging others! The more the merrier when it comes to running buddies.
Occupation: Digital Product Manager
Katie Anaya
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2016
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Peachtre Road Race
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I'm so excited to keep participating in ATC and supporting this community!
Occupation: Student
Addie Anderson
Manager - Retail & Merchandising
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2024
Hometown: Fort Myers, FL
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: USATF Outdoor Championships
Jarett Arabie
Manager - Retail & Merchandising
Manager - Registration & Timing
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Atlanta
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Berry Half Marathon (road) & Thrill in the Hills 50k & 21k (Trail)
Veronica Armendariz
Manager - Registration
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Two years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: In-Training Saturday long runs and Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Smaller, local races on the Emory University campus
Fun Fact about Levin: The best exercise class Levin ever participated in was a Tai Chi class with First Lady Rosalynn Carter. Also, Levin has not yet run a race in his native Germany and is hoping to run the Berlin Marathon in 2024.
Levin Arnsperger
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Five years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Marine Corps Marathon
Fun Fact about Jeanette: I ran my first marathon in Afghanistan while on deployment.
Jeanette Arroyo
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2021
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Becoming more involved in the local running community
Shaila Azad
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Twelve years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Athens Marathon
Fun Fact about Terry: I collect palindromes, read 50 books a year, and have written over 5 million words.
Terry Banker
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: All Comers
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Giving back to the club, which has provided me so many opportunities to stay active and connect with fellow runners in this wonderful community.
Sydney Bauer
Elite Coach - Middle and Long Distances
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2014
Hometown: Kendallville, IN
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: TCS New York City Marathon
Amy Begley
Elite Coach - Middle and Long Distances
Elite Coach - Middle & Long Distance
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2015
Hometown: Topeka, IN
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Indy Monumental Marathon
Andrew Begley
Elite Coach - Middle & Long Distances
College: Georgia State University
Year: Senior
Hometown: Buford, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Hunter Bell
Coach Benson has 50+ years of coaching experience. He spent 10 of his years as the head cross country coach at the University of Florida and 15 at the Marist School. Under his coaching, he has 16 State Championships and is the author of 5 books on Effort Based Training
Roy Benson
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Seven years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Northside Women's 5k
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Hot Chocolate 5k
Fun Fact about Sabra: I am in the handbell choir at church
Sabra Black
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Eleven years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Peachtree Road Race (for the after-party!)
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: NYC Marathon, or any Yeti Trail Runners event
Fun Fact about Ronnel: Stayed for a couple of days in Paul Simon's apartment.
Ronnel Blackmon
College: Rhodes College
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Decatur, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Decatur/Dekalb 4 Miler
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Daniel Blaich
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2014
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Getting to meet a lot of new people that also share my passion for running
Occupation: Expert at Apple
Erik Bradford
Manager - Youth Running and Operations
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2024
Hometown: Mt. Laurel, New Jersey
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Microsoft Peachtree Junior
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Penn Relays
Mike Brown
Chief Financial Officer
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2021
Hometown: Woodstock, Georgia
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The Rock and Roll Half Marathon in San Diego
Cullen Bryenton
Chief Financial Officer
College: Kennesaw State University
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Woodstock, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Sam Burmeister
College: Georgia Tech
Year: Grad Student
Hometown: Hazlet, NJ
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon & 5K
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Alex Butler
College: Georgia Tech
Hometown: Hazlet, NJ
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon & 5K
Been an ambassador for: 1st Year
Alex Butler
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2017
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Meeting and inspiring new runners.
Occupation: Systems Verification Analyst
Luke Butler
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2021
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC 10 Miler
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Representing an organization that shares my love for running and connecting people!
Rachel Buxton
Hometown: Decatur, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2020
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC 10 Miler
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Promoting a healthy lifestyle while running through and around the city I grew up in!
Will Buxton
Director - Marketing & Communications
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2016
Hometown: Brunswick, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon & 5K
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: CrossFit Games
Natalie Cabanas
Director - Marketing & Communications
Hometown: Toledo, OH
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2020
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Resolution Run
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: In 2022, Went from running my first 5k to completing the triple peach series with help and support from the Atlanta Track Club. I want to motivate and inspire others to reach their movement goals.
Chris Carino
Coordinator - Events & Athlete Support
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 1999
Hometown: Silver Spring, MD
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Wingfoot XC Classic
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Hood to Coast Relay
Andy Carr
Coordinator - Events and Athlete Support
Hometown: Cumming, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon and PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Spread the joy of running - Bring Smiles through the miles
Occupation: Senior Program/Product Manager
Muthiah Chandrasekharan
College: Georgia State
Year: Senior
Major: Kinesiology & Exercise Science
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Tiana Clarkson
Director - Events
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2014
Hometown: Mount Pleasant, MI
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The Tour de France
Jennie Coakley
Director - Events
Hometown: Avondale, AZ
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2021
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Getting to meet more people in the running community and hopefully inspiring more people to join
Occupation: School Effectiveness Specialist for Georgia Department of Education
Shelly Coburn
Birthday:
College:
Birthplace:
Favorite Event:
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters:
Top Performances: Age-graded over 90% at the Masters 5K Championships
Patrice Combs
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2014
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race & Atlanta's Women's 5K
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Spreading the light that Atlanta Track Club brings to the running community and connecting with the runners and walkers in the city.
India Cook
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2022
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Getting to represent the finest run club in the nation.
Occupation: Artist
Jeremiah Cowan
College: Savannah College of Art and Design - Savannah Campus
Year: Sophomore
Major: Architecture
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Emily Creaven
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2014
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I'm thrilled to be a part of the amazing running community in ATL, & help it grow! I feel fortunate to live in a city where running is fully embraced with the help of the Atlanta Track Club.
Occupation: Physical Therapist Assistant
Denise Crider
Program Manager - Youth Running & Partnerships
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Edinburg, TX
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: All Comers Track & Field
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Texas Relays
Alexandria Cruz
Program Manager - Youth Running & Partnerships
Program Manager - Youth Running & Partnerships
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Edinburg, TX
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: All Comers Track & Field
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Texas Relays
Alexandria Cruz
Program Manager - Youth Running & Partnerships
Program Manager - Youth Running & Partnerships
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Edinburg, TX
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: All Comers Track & Field
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Texas Relays
Alexandria Cruz
Program Manager - Youth Running & Partnerships
Birthday: May 7, 1960
Birthplace: Schenectady, NY
Favorite Event: High Jump
Years on Atlanta Track Club Masters Team: 3
Recent Top Performances: 2015, 2016 and 2017
USATF High Jump Champion in W55 High Jump
IG: @Juliajumping
Julia Curran-Villareal
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Two years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Dirty Spokes "Iron Hill" Trail Run
Fun Fact about Brigitte: Brigitte always has a dog by her side.
Brigitte Cutshall
College: Campbell University
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Lawrenceville, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Wingfoot XC Classic
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Alitza Dennard
College: Georgia State
Year: Junior
Major: Biology PreMed
Hometown: Johns Creek, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Selena DiBiase
Hometown: Gainesville, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Singleton 4 Miler & Braves Country 5K
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Being able to represent health and inclusion for all and be a positive influence in my community and represent Atlanta Track Club and everything it stands for.
Matt Douglas
Hometown: Decatur, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race & PNC 10 Miler
Ambassador Term: Third Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I look forward to sharing my love of running, encouraging others to choose fitness as a lifestyle, and representing my favorite city.
Occupation: Stay at Home Parent
Raina Duckworth
Birthday: January 25, 1982
College: The University Of Southern Mississippi
Birthplace: Kingston, Jamaica
Favorite Event: 200m
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 2016
Recent Top Performances: Multiple National and World Championships, 4x100m Masters American Record Holder
Durran Dunn
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2023
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta's Finest 5K
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Meeting people of all backgrounds and connecting runners of all levels to meet their goals and achieve new highs in running. Atlanta Track Club is a huge running community. It is important to create an inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential, regardless of their performance level. We welcome everyone to Running City USA!
Occupation: Technical Analyst
Christopher Durham-Henderson
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2004
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Ambassador Term: Third Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I enjoy sharing my love for Atlanta Track Club events. I love connecting with the running community and sharing my love for races and movement. I really enjoy the opportunity to meet new people.
Occupation: Human Resources with Georgia Tech (Ramblin Wreck!)
Allegra El-Sayed
Hometown: Peachtree City, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I love sharing a passion for running with everyone I know! Being a face of Atlanta Track Club to my friends allows me to promote a healthy, active lifestyle to my community.
Samuel Ellis
Manager - Warehouse
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2016
Hometown: Dallas, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta's Finest 5K
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Virginia Highlands Summerfest 5K and Hot Chocolate 5K
Joey Epperson
Manager – Warehouse
Hometown: Canton, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Being able to share the love of running with others in the community!
Caitlyn Farrell
Hometown: San Antonio, TX
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2022
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I am looking forward to getting more engaged with the running community and helping show people that anyone can be a runner!
Occupation: Higher Education
Megan Faulkner
Birthday: January 22, 1972
Birthplace: Milledgeville, GA
Favorite Event: 10K
Years Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 2015
Recent Top Performances: 2017 USATF Masters Outdoor Track & Field Champion at 5,000m and 10,000m
Brent Fields
Coach Fink is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she coaches and works at Zachary High School. Fink has over 15 years of coaching experience, and over the years as a coach has worked with two Gatorade Players of the Year and four Metro Champions, as well as claiming two State Titles and four Runner-Up State Titles. Her athletes have success at the local, state, and regional levels.
Julie Fink
Hometown: Tuscaloosa, AL
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2014
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Hawks Fast Break 5k and the Northside Atlanta Women's 5k
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: My favorite aspect of being an ambassador is connecting with a community of people who share the same passion for running as I do. From seasoned veterans to first time runners, Atlanta Track Club supports everyone and I love representing such a positive organization.
Occupation: Director of Finance for Atlanta Beltline, Inc.
Whitney Foster
Birthday: June 22, 1958
College: Berry College
Birthplace: White Pine, TN
Favorite Event: Hammer Throw/Weight Throw
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 2018
Recent Top Performances: 2020 #1 world ranking in Weight Throw both indoors and out
Tom Fraker
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Two years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Grandma's Marathon
Fun Fact about Alec: Despite hailing from Minnesota, Alec has experienced more snow days during his time here in Atlanta!
Alec Francen
Birthday: March 22, 1971
College: The College of William & Mary
Birthplace: Wilmington, DE
Favorite Event: 1500m and/or Mile
Years Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 2016
Recent Top Performances: 2015, 2016, 2017 Masters Female 40-49 Athlete of the Year, American Records in 800m and 1500m for 45-49
Sonja Friend-Uhl
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race & Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: My favorite thing thus far is engaging with the Atlanta running community and working with people to show them that anything is possible if you work hard.
Kyle Gause
College: Georgia Tech
Year: Junior
Major: Civil Engineering
Hometown: Longmeadow, MA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Half Marathon
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Edgar Gebhardt
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Two years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: St. Jude Memphis Half Marathon
Fun Fact about Arlene: Arlene is also a coach for Girls on the Run.
Arlene Goldner
College: Piedmont University
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Dacula, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: All Comers Track & Field
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Silas Goolsby
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2013
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Although this is my 1st year, I am excited about the opportunity to evangelize about the benefits of running throughout the ATL community. We have such a diverse running community and being able to be a running Ambassador for Atlanta Track Club shows all communities the beauty and elegance this running community has to offer.
Sonni Green
Manager - Volunteer Services
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2023
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Wingfoot Night of Champions
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: USATF Outdoor Track and Field Championships
DeAndra Greer
Manager - Volunteer Services
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Ten years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Chattahoochee Road Race
Fun Fact about Carol: In my younger years, I went to camp to be a trapeze artist several times.
Carol Gsell
Coach Hackney is currently a community coach at East Paulding High School. Before then, he was a distance coach at Kell High School and the director and head coach of the Walton Youth Track program. While at Kell, he coached the distance runners on the 2008 track and field region championship team and the 2009 Cross Country region championship team. He was selected as Cobb Co-Coach of the Year in 2009. Overall, coach Hackney has eight years of experience as a youth coach, 12 years as a high school coach, and over 20 years as a private coach for adults.
Bill Hackney
Senior Program Manager - Kilometer Kids & Youth Running
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2020
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Events: Northside Hospital Atlanta Women's 5K and Midweek Mile & Dashes
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Cherry Blossom 10 Miler
Madison Hafitz
Senior Program Manager – Kilometer Kids & Youth Running
College: University of Georgia
Year: Sophomore
Major: Exercise and Sport Science (Pre-PT)
Hometown: Peachtree City, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 2nd Year
Rylie Hamilton
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I am really looking forward to being a part of such a great running club and community while helping to inspire and motivate others to join ATC as well as achieve their running goals and feel a part of something.
Occupation: IT Supervisor
Jose Hardy
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: AJC Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Atlanta Track Club has been a big part of my life for years, so I look forward to diving even deeper and pulling more folks along the way as I rep this amazing organization! Showing folks that running can be fun and you definitely don't have to be a track star to enjoy it! I mean *gestures around* look at me, we got this!
Brandon Harper
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2016
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I can't wait to recommend all the fantastic Atlanta Track Club races to my friends. I love this club and the friendships it has brought me.
Jacque Hartley
Manager - Timing and Results
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2024
Hometown: Cumming, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: FAST Pace Race
William Hasse
Manager - Timing and Results
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Being able to inspire and motivate others to be successful in their own health and fitness journey
Occupation: IT Executive
Michael Hearn
Director - High Performance
Hometown - Mentor, OH
Current Residence - Peachtree Corners
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Race - Wingfoot XC Classic
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Race - Boston Marathon
Eric Heintz
Director - High Performance
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: One year
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Hot Chocolate
Fun Fact about Tamara: I began running at the age of 52 as a part of my weight-loss journey. Initially, I could barely walk a mile when I started my weight-loss journey. However, I have come a long way since then and have recently completed my second half-marathon. I am now planning to run my first marathon next year.
Tamara Henderson
Hometown: Macon, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2014
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: All Comers Track Meets & Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Representing Running City USA, spreading the word about Atlanta Track Club's running events & programs and motivating others to engage in a healthier lifestyle.
Occupation: High School Track & Field Coach and Military Veteran
David Henry
Hometown: Smyrna, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC 10 Miler
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: My goal is to help introduce people around me to the sport of running & the fun, welcoming, & competitive events ATC hosts!
Austin Hogan
Project Manager
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2018
Hometown: Stayton, OR
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: The AJC Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The Boston Marathon
Chris Hollis
Project Manager
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2018
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Building a stronger bond with the amazing running & walking community.
David Hope
College: Valdosta State University
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Johns Creek, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Half-Marathon
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Jordan Huiet
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Peachtree Road Race and Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Meeting new running friends and knowing more about community
Occupation: Software Developer
Raghava(RJ) Jalaparthi
Hometown: Rome, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2014
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: 3 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Spreading awareness of the brand and running community
Jonathan Johnson
Hometown: Tuscaloosa, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Interaction with my peers and the running community. Striving to lead a healthier lifestyle through running. Sharing my experiences and learning from others experiences. Having fun.
Occupation: Retired
Troy Johnson
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Three years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Marine Corp Marathon
Fun Fact about Dianne: Dianne was once a competitive Scottish Highland Dancer!
Dianne Johnson
College: Georgia Tech
Year: Grad Student
Major: MBA in Finance and Accounting
Hometown: Northampton, PA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Koppany Jordan
Hometown: New Orleans, LA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2017
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: Third Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Sharing Atlanta Track Club events and benefits of health and wellness.
LaRhonda Julien
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2007
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC 10 Miler
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: New ambassador but run lead for over 12 years. Helping people start their running journey.
Rebecca Kayati
CEO
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2014
Hometown: West Orange, NJ
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Microsoft Peachtree Junior
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The Penn Relays
Rich Kenah
CEO
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Seven years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Northside Hospital Atlanta Women's 5K & Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Marine Corps Marathon
Fun Fact about Marylyn: Marylyn's picture was on Corey Tower for Peachtree Registration Opening Day in 2022.
Marylyn Key
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Six years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: The Atlanta Women's 5K. It was her first introduction to ATC races.
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The Erlanger Half-Marathon
Fun Fact about Amy: She is also a stand up comedian!
Amy King
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Seven years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: In-Training for Peachtree
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Westside 10 Miler
Fun Fact about Chris: Chris did not start running until age 64.
Chris Kitchens
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Eight years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Alpharetta Women's 5K
Fun Fact about Heather: Heather dressed up as Baby Jay (University of Kansas mascot) for the Office of Admissions when she worked for them as a student in college.
Heather Klenke
Recruiting Specialist
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Chicago Marathon
Laurie Knowles
Recruiting Specialist
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: One Year
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Malibu Half Marathon
Fun Fact about Patrick: I make the world's best mac and cheese…comes in handy when carb loading!
Patrick Kriengsiri
Manager - Merchandise
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2017
Hometown: Battle Creek, MI
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Detroit International Half Marathon
Katie Lail
Manager - Merchandise
Manager - Youth Events
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2013
Hometown: Groton, NY
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: All Comers Track & Field Meets
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Boston Marathon (Road), Tunnel Hill 100 Miler (Trail)
Caryn Lamphier
Manager - Youth Events
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Six years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: TCS New York City Marathon
Fun Fact about Sue: Since 1999, Sue has been a volunteer puppy raiser for Canine Companions, a national service dog organization. She is presently training and socializing her 18th service dog, Wren.
Sue Landa
College: Georgia Tech
Year: Junior
Hometown: Pamplona, Spain
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Half Marathon or Singleton 20K Relay
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Leire Ripodas Laquidain
Digital Marketing Manager - Events & Merchandise
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Stuttgart, Germany
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: 2022 PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Freiburg Marathon
George Leach
Digital Marketing Manager - Events & Merchandise
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: One year
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Rocket City Marathon
Fun Fact about Travis: I used to be a television reporter and have interviewed a Super Bowl MVP, a heavyweight boxing champion and a U.S. Attorney General.
Travis Leder
Manager - Membership
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2017
Hometown: San Bernadino, CA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: AJC Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Napa-to-Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon
Meaghan Leon
Manager - Membership
Manager - Social Media
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Villa Rica, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Northside Hospital Atlanta Women's 5K
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Cherry Blossom 10 Miler
Denali Lerch
Manager - Social Media
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2011
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Meeting the members and promoting health and wellness.
Erica Leydic
College: Georgia Tech
Year: Senior
Major: Biomedical Engineer
Hometown: Marietta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Half Marathon
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Jiarong "Jenny" Li
Hometown: Sioux City, Iowa
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2016
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Northside Hospital Atlanta Women's 5K
Been an ambassador for: Three Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: My favorite part about being an ambassador is the opportunity to welcome new runners and walkers in the community to the Atlanta Track Club family. I also love that I can help guide and motivate our members to reach their goals each year. Atlanta Track Club is equally welcoming and motivating to everyone in the community, and I feel honored to be a part of such an awesome team!
Tabitha Lichtenberg
Senior Manager - Community Engagement & Volunteer Services
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2021
Hometown: I don't have one, Nomadic life
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Color Run in Philadelphia
Kristin Lide
Senior Manager - Community Engagement & Volunteer Services
Birthday: September 7, 1924
College:
Birthplace:
Favorite Event:
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters:
Top Performances: Multiple World Records including the 5K for 95-99 year old women
Betty Lindberg
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: One Year
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Peachtree Road Race!
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Hotlanta Half!
Fun Fact about Dave: Besides running I love to cook for people and entertain at our house!
Dave Lucas
Hometown: Gevenich, Germany
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2018
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Helping to spread the word about Running City USA and all the great people you meet along the way.
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Rebecca Ludwig
Gena Major is the Deputy Chief of Safety and Quality Assurance for the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA). She is a certified transit safety professional, Six Sigma Black Belt and a project management professional. Her experience is rooted in safety, quality and continuous improvement principles. Gena holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Kettering University and an MBA from the University of Michigan, with a concentration in operations management and organizational behavior. As an active member of her community, Gena has served as chair and vice chair of the Audit Oversight Committee for DeKalb County and serves as a community advisor to the DeKalb Board of Education's Audit Committee. She is a long-standing member of Atlanta Track Club and Black Girls RUN!, having volunteered as a group run lead for more than four years. Gena has run five full marathons, including Publix Atlanta Marathon in 2017 as a member of #TeamTakeDownPublix, which involved the largest number of African Americans to collectively run a full marathon. She was also a backer and inaugural participant of The Race, which supports black neighborhoods and black-owned businesses in Atlanta.
Gena Major
Manager - Events
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2021
Hometown: Mission Viejo, CA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The Prefontaine Classic
Julia Manseau-Toth
Manager - Events
Manager - Expos & Merchandising
Worked at Atlanta Track Club since: 2022
Hometown: Randolph, NJ
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Favorite non-ATC event: New York Marathon
Andrew Margve
Marketing - Expos & Merchandising
College: University of West Georgia
Year: Sophomore
Major: Cyber Security
Hometown: Carrollton, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 2nd Year
Ivan Markham
Birthday:
College:
Birthplace:
Favorite Event:
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters:
Recent Top Performances: Ran 89.73% age-graded at the USATF Masters 5K Championship
Dave Matherne
Hometown: Germantown, MD
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2018
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atalanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I enjoy meeting new people and networking while volunteering at the race expos during packet pick-up.
Janice Mayo
Date of Birth: April 1, 1980
College: University of Northern Iowa
Birthplace: Trinidad and Tobago
Strongest/Favorite Events: 100m & 200m
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 2020
Recent Top Performances: 2022 60m Gold Medalist, 2021 USATF Masters Outdoor Championships 100m Silver and 200m Bronze Medalist
Inga McIntyre
Vice President - Sponsorship & Strategic Partnerships
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2015
Hometown: Mendham, NJ
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The Boston Marathon
Lisa McMahon
Vice President - Sponsorship & Strategic Partnerships
Hometown: Norcross, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2015
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Resolution Run
Been an ambassador for: One year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I cannot wait to be a bigger part of what this community believes.
Molly McWilliams
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Four years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Chattahoochee Road Race
Fun Fact about Patrick: Patrick was runner-up on a TV cooking show in Germany.
Patrick Meyer
Coordinator - Warehouse
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2018
Hometown: Stone Mountain, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: All Comers Meet #3
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The Boston Marathon or Dubai Marathon
William Michael
Coordinator - Warehouse
Hometown: Kalamazoo, MI
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2017
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC 10 Miler
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Time will tell
Maria Elena Miller
Manager - Event Marketing
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Miami, FL
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: World's Best 10k in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Angelin Miller
Manager - Event Marketing
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Three years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: THE RACE Half Marathon
Fun Fact about Maria: Maria's favorite post-race snack is a banana. It's also her favorite running costume.
Maria Elena Miller
College: Kennesaw State University
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Woodstock, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Joseph Mines
Hometown: Snellville, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2021
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Meeting so many new people!
Occupation: Teacher
Abby Moeller
Hometown: Detroit, MI
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2015
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I'm looking forward to motivating runners while in training & on the course. I just want to be able to keep that energy flowing on the pavement. Making sure people know how big of an impact the Atlanta Track Club has in our community
Occupation: Network Design Engineer
Mark Monroe
President - Atlanta Track Club Foundation
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2020
Hometown: Madison,WI/ Reston, VA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: All Comers Track & Field Meets
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Penn Relays
Kendyl Moss
President - Atlanta Track Club Foundation
Hometown: Decatur, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: AJC Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: 4 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Opportunities to interact with community and friends
YaQutullah Ibraheem Muhammad
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2017
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon & Northside Hospital Women's 5K
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I love representing Atlanta Track Club while helping out the community. Plus, working with my fellow runners is always a fun time!
Occupation: Senior Analyst
Courtney Naser
Coach Nelson held the Head Coach position at Pensacola Catholic School for 23 years. Currently, he is the Executive Director for Run Pensacola - Event Management. Coach Nelson is leading the agenda for educational sessions at camp this year.
Eric Nelson
Manager - Events
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2023
Hometown: Winter Park, FL
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Eastside BeltLine 3K - 10K
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Eric Nelson
Manager - Events
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Three years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Big Peach Sizzler
Fun Fact about Sheelagh: I ran my first marathon in Navarre Beach, Florida, when I was 17 years old.
Sheelagh O'Malley
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: One year
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Hot Chocolate Run
Fun Fact about Linda: I really LOVE to volunteer. If I didn't have to work to pay the bills, I would just be a full-time volunteer.
Linda Oglesby
Hometown: Duluth, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2015
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: Third Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: The opportunity to give back, motivate, and inspire the community. I love Running City USA.
Occupation: Teacher
Kara Ollick
College: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia
Year: Second Year Medical Student
Major: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Hometown: Sugar Hill, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Mo Olocha
Hometown: Tehran, Iran
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2020
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: First year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Running is an incredible gift. I like to share this gift with everyone, and I wish it gives everyone the same Hope, Strength, and Confidence it has given me in such a short time.
Monica Pak
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Two years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Monday Night Brewing Westside 10 Miler
Fun Fact about Aurélie: I am from Switzerland and I love italian food. I am a neuroscientist, and when I am not trying to understand how our brain works, you can find me running or cycling around Atlanta.
Aurélie Pala
Manager - Social Media & Graphic Design
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2020
Hometown: Jackson, MS
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Resolution Run 5K
Favorite non-Atlanta Track Club event: Savannah Rock n' Roll Half Marathon
Meredith Parker
Manager - Social Media & Graphic Design
Birthday: March 28, 1983
Birthplace: Hardeeville, South Carolina
College: Cappella University
Favorite Events: Short Sprints
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 2019
Recent Top Performances: 4-time USATF Masters National Champion (60m, 100m, 200m, and 4x100m) and Masters record holder (100m, 200m and 4x100m relay)
IG: @ron2fly2
Rondrick Parker
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Ambassador Term: Third Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Showing people that anyone can be a runner!
Occupation: Accountant
Molly Parker
College: Georgia College and State University
Year: Junior
Major: Political Science and Criminal Justice
Hometown: Woodstock, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Sam Paton
Birthday: May 20, 1970
College: Lemoyne Owen College
Birthplace: Memphis, TN
Strongest/Favorite Event: 200m
Years on Atlanta Track Club Masters: 6
Recent Top Performances: 60m - 7.93, 100m - 12.19
Tecumseh Peete
Hometown: Bowdon, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2018
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: First Term
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Giving back to the running community, getting to spread the love of running and letting people see that runners come in all shapes and sizes
Occupation: Retired
Terie Phillips
Hometown: Staten Island, NY
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2015
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Spreading the word about all the wonderful opportunities the Track Club has to offer!
Christina Podenski
Hometown: Ocala, FL
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2010
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Half-Marathon
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Representing the club internationally and getting global involvement and exposure for ATC events!
Laura Poffenberger
Hometown: Lubbock, TX
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2022
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Singleton 20K Relay
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Getting to experience even more of what the Atlanta Track Club has to offer and spread the excitement with more people
Occupation: Physician
Tucker Pope
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Seven years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Northside Women's 5k
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Hot Chocolate 5k
Fun Fact about Sabra: I am in the handbell choir at church
Sibyl Porter
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2017
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: 3 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Spreading the word about Atlanta Track Club to both new and current and runners/walkers. Motivating and inspiring others to engage and embrace a healthier lifestyle through movement.
January Pugh
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2022
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC 10 Miler
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I enjoy getting to know the running community, and promoting a more active lifestyle.
Thomas Puri
Birthday: August 1, 1943
College: University of New Hampshire
Birthplace: Scranton, PA
Favorite Event: Pole Vault
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 2016
Recent Top Performances: 2018 Masters Outdoor Track & Field Championships Pole W75 Pole Vault National Champion
Catherine Radle
Hometown: San Antonio, TX
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2022
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Getting to help out with beltline run club more!
Occupation: Dental Hygienist
Domonique Ramos
College: Kennesaw State University
Year: Senior
Major: Information Systems
Hometown: Roswell, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Salma Repole
Hometown: Acworth, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2007
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: Second Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I can officially tell people how great the Atlanta Track Club events are, something I have done unofficially for years.
Mark Riggans
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: One year
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Battleship 12K
Fun Fact about Donna: I am in the 2018 Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame; I ran at least 17 of their half marathons in 2017
Donna Roberts
Coordinator - Atlanta Track Club Foundation
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2023
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Stanford Invitational
Renisha Robinson
Coordinator - Atlanta Track Club Foundation
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2007
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Connecting with the diverse running community outside of my immediate running buddy circle. Representing Running City USA!
Jessica Rudd
Age: June 1, 1948
College: Florida State University
Birthplace: St. Petersburg, FL
Favorite Event: High Jump
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 1999
Recent Top Performances: 27th USATF Masters High Jump Championship
Jim Sauers
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Five years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Marine Corps Marathon
Fun Fact about Greg: Greg ran his first marathon after not running for 30 years.
Greg Schaub
Coordinator - Kilometer Kids and Youth Running
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2024
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: All Metro High School Banquets
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Southeastern Trail Series
Kathleen Schellman
Coordinator - Kilometer Kids and Youth Running
Manager - Membership & Expos
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: West Lafayette, IN
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon, 5K & Dash
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Chicago Marathon
Rachel Schrensky
Manager - Membership & Expos
Manager - Events
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Athens, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Hilton Head Firecracker 5K
Austin Schulte
Manager - Events
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Seven years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Any Disney race challenge
Fun Fact about Jodi: She has been teaching physical education for 42 years
Jodi Scially
College: Emory University
Year: Senior
Hometown: Long Island, NY
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: BeltLine Race Series
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Daria Scolnick
Coach Scott has been the cross country and track coach at Harrison High School for the past 26 years. He has been successful in leading athletes to nationally recognized events.
Jason Scott
Hometown: Conyers, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2023
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I'm most excited to help represent a community that encourages me to get outside and experience our city!
Occupation: Production Director
Tyler Seabolt
College: Georgia Tech
Year: Senior
Major: Industrial Design
Hometown: Woodstock, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Glenda Setlock
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2017
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: BeltLine Run Club
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Meeting people who love running
Anna Sharp
Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Collaborating, encouraging, supporting and participating in Atlanta's Running Community.
Occupation: Photographer - VBS Photography ~ Perspire Sauna Studio's
Venita Bell Shaw
Hometown: Orlando, FL
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2013
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Very much looking forward to meeting new people and having the opportunity to volunteer at events
Occupation: Executive Services Associate
Adrian Shepherd
Senior Manager - Event Operations
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 1991
Hometown: Marietta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: AJC Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Brasstown Bald Buster
Brantley Sherrer
Senior Manager - Event Operations
Youth Team Coach
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Akron, OH
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race - the environment is rocking and I love running in summer weather!
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Boston Marathon
Chris Sherwood
Youth Team Coach
Manager - Events
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2016
Hometown: Franklinton, NC
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Jerome Scales Southside 5K
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon (Because it's on my bucket list!)
Shana Smith
Manager - Events
College: Georgia College and State University
Year: Freshman
Major: Management Information Systems
Hometown: Kennesaw, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Wing foot XC Classic presented by Publix
Been a college ambassador for: 1st Year
Shipley Smith
Hometown: Smyrna, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2015
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race, & Youth events
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: To be able to work together as a team member to help others with their overall health regimens.
Shirlene Stafford
Hometown: Columbus, Ohio
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2017
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been an ambassador for: First year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Building the running community in Atlanta!
Katherine Stanfill
Hometown: Auburn, AL
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2012
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I am looking forward to spreading the word about all of the great Atlanta Track Club events - and that the club is for everyone - walkers and runners
Occupation: Strategic Sourcing Manager (Marketing) at Cox Communications
Cathy Stephens
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Three years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta's Finest 5K. It's always on my birthday weekend and I like to run as part of my birthday celebration.
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Ragnar Road Bourbon Chase
Fun Fact about Cathy: Working on running a half marathon in all 50 states. Eight down and 42 more to go!
Cathy Stephens
Manager - Events Marketing
Worked at Atlanta Track Club since: 2021
Hometown: Roswell, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: AthHalf - The Athens, GA Half Marathon & 5K
Danielle Sudderth
Manager - Events Marketing
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Six years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: THE RACE Half Marathon
Fun Fact about Kristi: Kristi can eat a dozen Maryland blue crabs in one sitting, a fact she's very proud of.
Kristi Swartz
Hometown:
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since:
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event:
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador:
Tina Tait
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: Nine years
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: TCS New York City Marathon
Fun Fact about Tina: The morning after running the 2016 TCS New York City Marathon for Kilometer Kids, Tina was on the Today show with Al Roker where she and Al teamed up to deliver the day's weather forecast. Pretty sure Tina also has a couple of Peachtree Road Race t-shirt designs to her name.
Tina Tait
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2015
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Northside Hospital Atlanta Women's 5K
Ambassador Term: Third Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Being able to introduce my friends and family to the Atlanta Track Club community!
Sonya Tanner
Hometown: Meerut, India
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2018
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Been an ambassador for: 2 Years
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Group runs and motivating people to run/walk.
Arjun Teotia
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: My absolute favorite thing about being an ambassador is welcoming new people into the amazing Running City USA community! Atlanta Track Club has pushed me to run miles I never thought possible and given me a supportive group of friends along the way. I love being able to share those experiences with new and current members.
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I'm excited to share the benefits of the Atlanta Track Club community with others!
Occupation: Director of Marketing & Creative Services for Brooks Injury Law
Taylor Thompson
Coach Tillery has 20 years of coaching experience in Georgia. Fours years at Forsyth High School and 16 at West Forsyth High School. Prior to coaching in Georgia, coach Tillery coached at Escambia High School in Pensacola, Florida. Over his coaching career, he has acquired 12 Region Titles in Track and four Region Titles in cross country. At the state level in cross country, he's had a State Champion and 17 state podium finishers. In Track and Field, he's had three State Champions and five top-ten finishers at the State competition.
Clayton Tillery
Atlanta Track Club Run Lead for: One year
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Publix Marathon Weekend
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Gulf Shores Big Beach Marathon
Fun Fact about Hannah: I can open a fridge door with my shoulder blade. I also have been running since middle school, and my marathon pace now is faster than my pr 5k pace in high school!
Hannah Tindall
Manager - Brand & Design
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2021
Hometown: Richmond, VA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Peachtree Jr.
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Monument Avenue 10K - Richmond, VA
Amanda Tobin
Manager - Brand & Design
Manager - Brand & Design
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2021
Hometown: Richmond, VA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Peachtree Jr.
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Monument Avenue 10K - Richmond, VA
Amanda Tobin
Manager - Brand & Design
Senior Manager - Events
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2014
Hometown: Johns Creek, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Wingfoot XC Classic
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Spartan Race
Enrique Tomas
Senior Manager - Events
College: University of Georgia
Year: Junior
Major: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with a Minor in Criminal Justice
Hometown: Duluth, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Half Marathon
Been a college ambassador for: 2nd Year
Zoe Torio
Senior Manager - Finance & Operations
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 1988
Hometown: Opa-Locka, FL
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: AJC Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: AthHalf
Elizabeth Unislawski
Senior Manager - Finance & Operations
College: Georgia Tech
Year: Junior
Major: Computer Science
Hometown: Marietta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 2nd Year
Hannah Walker
Hometown: Acworth, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: PNC 10 Miler
Been an ambassador for: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: I'm so excited to rep this amazing organization and meet new people in the running community! I love running in this city and I am super excited to be an ambassador!
Lauren Weiner
Digital Marketing Manager - Events & Programs
Email Lauren
Worked at Atlanta Track Club since: 2024
Hometown: Dallas, Georgia
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Niagara Falls Half Marathon
Lauren Weiner
Digital Marketing Manager - Events & Programs
Manager & Coach - In-Training
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Marietta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: No question… Atlanta-Journal Constitution Peachtree Road Race! Atlanta's Finest Day!!!
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: Another hometown fave… The RACE! Followed closely by The Boston Marathon
Bob Wells
Manager & Coach - In-Training
Manager & Coach - In-Training
Worked at Atlanta Track Club Since: 2022
Hometown: Marietta, GA
Favorite Atlanta Track Club Event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Favorite Non-Atlanta Track Club Event: The RACE
Bob Wells
Manager & Coach - In-Training
Coach Williams has coached high school cross country for 25+ years. At the collegiate level, he was the Women's Cross Country coach at the University of North Georgia for 10 years. He has since retired and is currently the community coach for North Oconee High School.
Tom Williams
Hometown: Mableton, GA
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2020
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon, & 5K
Been an ambassador for: First year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Representing the track club and running city USA!
Victoria Wilson
Hometown: Jacksonville, FL
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2012
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Ambassador Term: Third Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: My favorite thing is meeting people I may not otherwise have known if it weren't for running/walking and being part of such a supportive community.
Occupation: Personal Trainer/Run Coach
Caitlin Wimberley
Birthday, June 21, 1965
College: East Central Oklahoma State University
Birthplace: Muskogee, OK
Favorite Event: All throws!
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 2018
Top Performances: National Indoor Champion in Shot Put, Weight Throw and Super Weight Throw
Cheryl Wolfinger
College: Emory University
Year: Grad Student
Major: Economics PhD Candidate
Hometown: Albany, NY
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
Been a college ambassador for: 2nd Year
Lucie Xu
Birthday: July 20, 1956
College: Georgia State University
Birthplace: Springville, NY
Strongest/Favorite Event: Macon Labor Day 5K
Year Joined Atlanta Track Club Masters: 2000
Recent Top Performances: 28:45 at the USATF Masters 8 km Championship (91.45% age-graded), USATF Masters 10 km National Champion (age-graded), American Record in 12K (65-69 age group)
Ken Youngers
Hometown: Warren, OH
Been an Atlanta Track Club member since: 2019
Favorite Atlanta Track Club event: Publix Atlanta Marathon
Ambassador Term: First Year
Favorite thing about being an ambassador: Sharing my love of running with the Atlanta community and encouraging others toward their fitness and health goals!
Occupation: Nurse Practitioner
Andrea Zmaj