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Get the latest on new Running Industry Association member benefits and initiatives, on general news and updates within the RIA, and stay up to date on our continuing efforts to support the run specialty channel.

| Terry Schalow | News & Updates
- No More Business as Usual - How the RIA is Backing you in 2026

The RIA’s sole purpose is to drive the running industry forward. We do this by helping members maintain healthy, profitable businesses through financial benefits, innovative commerce tools, advocacy, strategic partnerships, and peer support.

This blog provides the latest in news and updates for the specialty run channel.

Terry Schalow

Executive Director

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HOF 2026
| Stephanie Lauerman
Each year the Running Industry Association recognizes individuals who have contributed to the run specialty channel in some significant way, with our Running Specialty Hall of Fame inductions.
RIA board 2026
| RIA
As we enter a new year, we welcome four new members to the RIA board and a new cast for the Executive Team.