Who is a DAVE’S RTA?

Affinity for the Dave’s Mission • Leads an Active Lifestyle • Has a No Worries Attitude • Loves People

AMBASSADOR: am·bas·sa·dor, /amˈbasədər/ — noun — defined: an authorized representative or messenger. A person who acts as an official representative or promoter of a specific entity.

REPRESENTATIVE: rep·re·sen·ta·tive, /reprəˈzen(t)ədiv/ — noun — defined: a person chosen or appointed to act or speak on behalf of another’s interests.

We are positive, uplifting, caring, respectful, kind and considerate to everyone. We promote goodwill, and cheer people of all ages and abilities to the finish. We always listen. We answer questions. We motivate people to be passionate with us. We maintain a no worries attitude as our way of being. And most of all we have fun and smile.

Run Toledo’s Ambassadors share and promote healthy lifestyles through the Run Toledo and Dave’s Running Shop brands. They are amateur athletes of varying ages (*21+) and experience levels; ranging from beginners, walkers and casual runners, to seasoned marathoners, triathletes, cyclists, swimmers, hikers and many more.

Being chosen to serve as an official Run Toledo Ambassador is a privilege sought by many, but available spots are limited and are filled by way of staff review. Ambassador terms are one year in length and are re-evaluated each year. Do you have what it takes to represent our running community in a positive, friendly, helpful and insightful way? If so, keep an eye out for your opportunity to join the team. — Get Faster | Go Farther | Feel Better

RUN TOLEDO Ambassadors

When You See Us Out There, Come Say Hi. We Love to Talk About Running, Multi-sport & Life.

ANDI PETRIE
Al Navarro
Amy Hempel
Ashley Hartman
Austin Miller
BETSY SHARPE
BRANDI PARCELL
Cheryl Walter
Cindy Smigelski
CODY Cranor
DANA WESENBERG
Dawn Duncan
Dawn Green
DENNIS KENNEDY
HEIDI BOUZA
Holly Wahl
JAMAL OWENS
Jan Materni
Jennifer Vickers
JOAN MATHEWS
John Klear
Kary Whearty
Kate Caventer Teal
Kay Heinrichs
Kennedy Pierce
LAURA RUSSELL
Lisa Willford
MARINA EDERRA-AUSTIN
MELISSA Espinoza
MELISSA Martin
MIKE LACEY
Moly Pope
Misty Sobecki
Natalie Dielman
Nicole Giudici
RICHET CLARK
Rod Thompson
SALLIE GARDNER
SARAH GLINSKI
Shane Jernigan
SUSAN Rostkowski
Teresa Fox
TERRI MCPHERSON
Tiffany Semko
Tom Lewandowski
Tom Walter

What Does an RTA Receive?

Volunteer More. Race More. Earn More Comps.

Race Gear

Official Apparel (every 2 years)

  • Branded Singlet
  • Branded Shirts
  • Special Gear Options

Big Discounts

In-Store Savings

  • Shoe Discounts
  • Apparel Discounts
  • Tech & Gear Discounts

Race Comps

Receive Free Entry

  • Any 1 Run Toledo Event to Start
  • Volunteer-earned Comped Entries
  • (must wear official gear)

Profile

Recognition

  • Official Dave’s RTA Designation
  • Featured on Website
  • Lots of Exclusive Perks

What Does an RTA Do?

Complete Official Training

Learn Brand Protocol

  • Complete Dave’s Good Form Running Program
  • Attend at Least 1 Ambassador Training Session/Year

Show Brand Affinity

Be Highly Visible in the Community

  • Advocate Brand Online & In Person
  • Engage, Share, Support Content Online
  • Contribute at Least 6 Unique Online Content Pieces

Event Participation

Runs / Triathlons / Duathlons

  • Volunteer for at Least 4 Events Each Year
  • Wear Official Gear at All Races Attending/Racing

RTA VOLUNTEER SUBMISSIONS