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December 4, 2015

Brilliant Holiday Gift Ideas for Runners

Racers: Are you struggling with ideas for gifts or last minute stocking stuffers? Event Organizers: Do you want to kick-start December registrations? Look no further! Last Christmas Race Roster revealed an industry-first functionality called Gifting. Gifting allows the friends and loved ones of runners, riders and swimmers to purchase race entries as gifts for events…

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October 23, 2015

is your registration technology hampering your fundraising efforts?

Millions of dollars are raised each year through endurance-focused fundraising events; but could we be raising more money if we made it easier for people to give? Given the number of running events focused on raising funds for charity, it seems only logical that a race director would attempt to remove as many barriers as…

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September 1, 2015

Race Roster, One of Six Companies, Handpicked for Silicon Valley Program

One of London’s fastest growing technology companies has been handpicked to participate in the Canadian Technology Accelerator, CTA SF, in San Francisco, California. Starting in September Race Roster CEO Alex Vander Hoeven and Marketing Manager Dennis Mazajlo will fly to the West Coast. Race Roster is seeking strategic partners that can turn their fast growing company into a global brand in recreation technology.…

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August 13, 2015

Race Roster Surprises Staff with Apple Watches

On a Friday in late July, Race Roster employees were instructed to meet at 7am at Masonville Mall in London, Ontario for a team event with no further instruction. After a few groans, the team arrived to a surprise that no one expected. The 40 employees were led to the Apple Store and greeted by furious applause from Regional Managers and…

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July 20, 2015

Canadian Shot Putter balances training and full time job while preparing for the world stage at the Pan Am Games

Tim Hendry-Gallagher will be cheered on by all of his coworkers from Race Roster when he competes in shot put at the Pan Am Games in Toronto, Ontario on July 21st. Since moving to London almost two years ago Tim has been a key member of the support team at Race Roster, one of London’s…

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May 4, 2015

Strollers, Kids, Headphones, and Dogs

No, this is not a sequel to Trains, Planes and Automobiles, Race Directors should be prepared to receive questions about what is and isn’t allowed on race day. Increasingly there is a demand for music, kids and pets to accompany racers during a race. Each of these requests carries unique safety challenges that should be…

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April 27, 2015

Creative (and Cost Effective) Race Route Ideas

Creating (or changing) a race route can be a big decision for any Event Organizer. While the race route is often a defining aspect of the event, it is not always worth breaking the bank while you are trying to get established as a premiere race. Here are a few creative solutions we’ve seen event…

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April 20, 2015

E-book: On-Site App Set Up

Our On-Site App Set Up Ebook is the first in a series of planned Ebook releases in the coming months. Event Day is just around the corner. Since you missed out on 20 last minute registrations in 2014 it’s time to take Event Day into the current century. Race Roster’s on-site app can process credit card transactions…

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March 30, 2015

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue…One Participant’s Creative Way to Collect Pledges

For a neat way to collect. More pledges and artistic respect. Read this Race Roster blog. Sign up for a swim, bike, or jog. And use our donation tools to connect! We’re always on the lookout for creative fundraising strategies at Race Roster. Last week we came across a pledge collector for the Balanse Bum…

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March 23, 2015

Something Old, Something New…

Are you tying the knot, and just don’t know what to add to your gift registry? Do you have a honeymoon planned and are looking for the perfect activity for the fitness couple? Or are you attending a wedding and still searching for a unique gift? Race Roster’s Gifting functionality took a special turn this…

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March 9, 2015

You Ask, We Answer

A few weeks ago, in one of our newsletters, we asked for input from YOU. In the coming months we are going to continually seek your input in hopes that our newsletters, blogs, and social media content cater to your interests. In our February newsletter we asked the following: “If you have any burning questions,…

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March 2, 2015

Five Marketing Questions you can’t Ignore: Pop Quiz

Over the last few months we’ve noticed an alarming trend: the vast majority of events are not adopting best practices to market their events, most events aren’t marketing at all! Can you answer these critical marketing questions? 1. What is the lifetime value of a participant? If your event has been operating for more than…

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February 23, 2015

10 things that could go wrong on Race Day

“Twas the night before race day, and all through the house, the event organizer was stirring …” After months of preparation the big day has finally arrived. Here are 10 race-day ‘disasters’ that you can be prepared for to ensure your event goes off without a hitch. 1) Weather You can do as many sun…

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February 17, 2015

Five things we loved about Running USA 2015

The Running USA conference in New Orleans was an incredible event that brought together event organizers, vendors, and experts all hoping to shape the future of events across the continent. Here are 5 things we learned – and loved – about Running USA 2015. 1. Pat Williams – Keynote Speaker Pat Williams‘ keynote presentation was…

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February 10, 2015

Voices.com and Race Roster accepted into the Canadian Technology Accelerator in New York City

Two of London’s most innovative tech companies have been accepted by a Canadian Technology Accelerator, CTA@NYC, in Manhattan, New York. Starting March 2, 2015, Voices.com and Race Roster will be sending teams to the Big Apple in an initiative to access key resources to accelerate their respective companies’ growth. Of the five Canadian brands selected…

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February 8, 2015

The Little things that say A LOT about your event

You’ve heard it again and again, “It’s the little things that count!” and when it comes to putting on a successful event… guess what? : It’s the little things that count! Here are 5 simple things you can do to get people talking about your event, keep people talking about your event, and keep those…

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February 2, 2015

How to Bring the Beat to your Race

Whether it’s carrying your participants through the finish line or providing a little extra kick throughout the course, music is a great way to keep both racers and spectators entertained throughout your event. It may come as a surprise, but a constant loop of the Rocky theme song is not your only option on race day. Here are…

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June 9, 2014

Social Media 101

Make Announcements, Promote Race Partners, Get Feedback! Day of Your Event Designate a race day “socialmedia-ite” to post results, take & share photos, and send real-time reports to finish line announcer. Within 1 week following your event Congratulate Runners! Thanks Race Partners & Volunteers Share Results & Media Press Start your early bird special for…

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December 9, 2013

5 Ways to Encourage Online Registration

Are you tired of manually entering participants into your online database? I will take that as a yes. Check out these 5 Ways to Incentivize People to Register Online. REGISTER ONLINE call to action on the paper form Coupon on the back of the paper form they can redeem at the expo Online registration party…

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