Running USA
Non-profit OrganizationsMinnesota, United States11-50 Employees
Running USA is a mid-sized nonprofit based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, focused on fostering the growth and success of the running industry. The organization offers education, industry content, research, and networking opportunities to connect race organizers, sponsors, partners, athletes, and other members with essential information and best practices. As a collective voice for endurance running, it emphasizes connection and collaboration within the community and works to raise the sport's profile and help more people engage with it. In 2025, Running USA appointed a new executive director, signaling leadership changes within the organization. It also runs industry events, including safety-focused programs and its annual conference, to advance education and best practices across the running sector.