PATRICK GALLAGHER

Entering my 7th year at Run Toledo, I hold a unique position, as I work both spectrums of sponsorship coordination for both Dave’s Running and Run Toledo events.

First with Dave’s Running, as the liaison for our nearly 300 locally sponsored running events, I provide pre-race consultation as part of our no worries strategy, as well as coordination of our timing services.

As the Run Toledo Director of Corporate Partnerships, I help create the experience of our events by developing unique and fun partnerships with local companies of all sizes; getting them actively involved on multiple levels. I target companies and organizations that fit within our health and wellness strategies throughout our community.

Professional Career: I have spent a little over 10 years in the corporate sector in Sales/Account Management/Marketing in various industries. I also ventured into the nonprofit world for a few years with the American Heart Association, where I was the Toledo Heart Walk Director, from 2015-2017 setting records for both money raised ($400,000) and attendance (7,000 walkers/runners), as well as a record sponsorship sales of $192,000.

Awards: 2015-2016 American Heart Association Fiscal and event year goal achievement; 2015-2016 AHA Great Rivers Affiliate Rookie of the Year Runner up.

Education: I am a graduate of St. John’s Jesuit High School and received a Bachelor of Business Administration from Tiffin University.

Personal: I am an avid sports fan of the Chicago Bears, Cubs and Blackhawks and THE Ohio State University. I actively play men’s competitive softball and golf in my downtime. I also have been coaching football, baseball and basketball for over 10 years now as well. I am married and have 3 kids (Blake, Raegan & Kaelyn)