Ben Phillips Returns as Official Realtor of 2018 Austin Marathon

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High Five Events announces the return of Ben Phillips – Engel & Völkers Austin as the Official Realtor of the 2018 Austin Marathon®. As the Official Realtor, Phillips is currently giving away two Austin Marathon entries and two Austin Marathon VIP passes. He will also have space at the expo and finish line to talk to athletes about their housing needs.

“As a longtime member of the Austin endurance community, I’m thrilled to return as the Official Realtor of the Austin Marathon,” said Ben Phillips, Real Estate Advisor Engel & Völkers. “It’s an honor to be involved with the City of Austin’s marquee running event, supporting not only Austin runners, but runners from around the world.”

Ben Phillips – Engel & Völkers Austin knows Austin extensively and is a mainstay in the endurance athlete community. Not only does he sponsor various endurance events around town, he often participates in them as well. Phillips uses his real estate experience and knowledge of Austin to help athletes find homes that are within proximity to where they need to train.

“Having Ben back for a second year shows he truly cares about and supports the Austin endurance and fitness community,” said Jack Murray, co-owner of High Five Events. “Ben is an endurance athlete who knows the City of Austin inside and out and combines his knowledge and real estate experience to serve all of his clients.”

The Austin Marathon will celebrate its 27th year running in the capital of Texas on February 18, 2018. Austin’s flagship running event annually attracts runners from all 50 states and 20+ countries around the world. Having start and finish locations just a few blocks apart, being within walking distance of many downtown hotels and restaurants, and finishing in front of the picturesque Texas State Capitol makes the Austin Marathon the perfect running weekend destination. Participants can register for the marathon, half marathon, or 5K.

Austin Marathon Adds Qualcomm as a Sponsor in 2018

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High Five Events introduces Qualcomm Incorporated as a sponsor of 2018 Austin Marathon®. Qualcomm’s support will consist of an aid station for all race participants and hosting a Qualcomm team tent at the finish line festival. Qualcomm Incorporated will also make a $15,000 contribution to Austin Gives Miles, the official charity program of the Austin Marathon.

“Qualcomm’s sponsorship will impact race weekend, support thousands of participants, and positively affect Central Texas charities,” said Jack Murray, co-owner of High Five Events.

Qualcomm powered the smartphone revolution, pioneered 3G and 4G, connected billions of people, and is now leading the way to 5G and a new era of intelligent, connected devices. Since 2000, more than $335 million combined cash donations have been made to philanthropic organizations by Qualcomm Incorporated and Qualcomm Foundation. During the Austin Marathon, Qualcomm will support up to 15,000 participants through an aid station and will be represented by a team of employees and their families and friends. Qualcomm’s contribution to Austin Gives Miles will positively support the missions of Central Texas nonprofit organizations.

The Austin Marathon will celebrate its 27th year running in the capital of Texas on February 18, 2018. Austin’s flagship running event annually attracts runners from all 50 states and 20+ countries around the world. Having start and finish locations just a few blocks apart, being within walking distance of many downtown hotels and restaurants, and finishing in front of the picturesque Texas State Capitol makes the Austin Marathon the perfect running weekend destination. Participants can register for the marathon, half marathon, or 5K.

2018 Manzano Mile Welcomes Dole as Presenting Sponsor

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The Austin Marathon Manzano Mile presented by Dole now offers a $6000 elite field prize purse

High Five Events introduces Dole Packaged Foods LLC as presenting sponsor for the 2018 Manzano Mile, set to take place on Saturday, February 17, during Austin Marathon weekend. Adding DOLE® as presenting sponsor for the Manzano Mile means there will be a $6000 prize purse for the elite field, DOLE presence at the expo, and interactive race day activations.

“We’re excited to join forces with High Five Events for the Austin Marathon Manzano Mile presented by Dole and be a contributor to the energy of race weekend,” said Matt Ingram, Director of Sales for Dole Packaged Foods. “The Manzano Mile has it all, from elites giving their all to families finishing their mile together, and we’re happy to cheer them on and provide healthy and nutritious DOLE products as they run towards a happy and healthier lifestyle.”

The 2018 Manzano Mile prize purse will total $6000 and pay the top three male and female finishers in the Open Division and the top male and female finishers in the Masters (40 – 49) and Grand Masters (50+) Division. In the Open Division, first place male and female will earn $1200, second place will earn $800, and third place will earn $400. In the Masters and Grand Masters Division, first place male and female will earn $300 each. Official heat times will be announced closer to race day. Elites can contact elites@youraustinmarathon.com. Elites must submit a hyperlinked result within the last two years showing an elite time in order to be considered for the Open Division.

The mile-long event will begin at 11 a.m. and take place entirely on Riverside Drive next to the Health and Fitness Expo at Palmer Events Center. Participants will receive a bib and a 2018 Manzano Mile race shirt. Packet pick up takes place on-site and begins Saturday at 9 a.m. Registration is $25 for the timed mile, $20 for the untimed mile, and $10 for children. All prices will increase by $5 after Thursday, February 1st. Participants can register for the Manzano Mile on the Austin Marathon website. Age group awards will be given to the following male and female categories: 19 and under, 20 – 29, 30 – 39, Masters (40 – 49), Grand Masters (50+). Waves will run approximately every 15 minutes. The Manzano Mile will include the Future Milers of America Kids Run and an untimed mile that’s perfect for the entire family.

Having Dole Packaged Foods onboard as presenting sponsor will greatly increase the energy and excitement on race day, from elites racing to families completing the 2018 Manzano Mile together,” said Leo Manzano, 2012 Olympic silver medalist in the 1500m. “I’m proud to associate a great brand like DOLE with the Manzano Mile and can’t wait for Saturday, February 17th.”

The Austin Marathon will celebrate its 27th year running in the capital of Texas on February 18, 2018. Austin’s flagship running event annually attracts runners from all 50 states and 20+ countries around the world. Having start and finish locations just a few blocks apart, being within walking distance of many downtown hotels and restaurants, and finishing in front of the picturesque Texas State Capitol makes the Austin Marathon the perfect running weekend destination. Registration is still available for the marathon, half marathon, and 5K.

Austin Marathon to Host United States Corporate Athletic Association Marathon Championship

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United States Corporate Athletic Association’s inaugural 5K Championship will take place during the Austin Marathon 5K

High Five Events announces that the 2018 Austin Marathon® will host the United States Corporate Athletic Association’s (USCAA) 33rd annual Corporate Marathon Championships on Sunday, Feb. 18th. The 8th annual USCAA Corporate Half Marathon Championship will take place at the Austin Half Marathon and the inaugural Corporate 5K Championship will occur during the Austin Marathon 5K.

“Our runners are very excited to be part of the Austin Marathon!” said Lou Putnam, USCAA Vice President/AT&T Team Captain. “Hundreds of runners have told me over the past 32 years that they were motivated to run in the USCAA championships to be part of their company team. Wearing their company logos they couldn’t believe the shout-outs for their company as they were moving billboards before thousands of spectators.”

The United States Corporate Athletic Association was formed in 1985 to promote corporate health and fitness and friendly competition through running, sponsoring Corporate Track and Field Championships, and later adding the Marathon and Half Marathon Championships. The USCAA is a not-for-profit organization and over the years has supported a variety of charities through its corporate events.

“We’re excited to host the USCAA and their 32nd annual Corporate Marathon Championships and partner with them on the inaugural Corporate 5K Championships,” said Jack Murray, co-owner of High Five Events. “The Austin Marathon has always produced competition amongst athletes and these championship events will bring more competition to the streets of Austin.”

Each team can enter an unlimited number of runners. The top four age graded finishers of each corporate marathon team are scored. All corporate runners are age and gender graded using the world masters scoring tables. The half marathon is scored the same way, but only requires the top two runners from a team. For the inaugural 5K championship, the top four age graded runners will determine the champion. Local corporate teams interested in competing in the United States Corporate Athletic Association championships should contact Kevin Holtzclaw, holtzgard2@me.com, or Lou Putnam, putnam.attrunningteam@gmail.com.

The Austin Marathon will celebrate its 27th year running in the capital of Texas on February 18, 2018. Austin’s flagship running event annually attracts runners from all 50 states and 20+ countries around the world. Having start and finish locations just a few blocks apart, being within walking distance of many downtown hotels and restaurants, and finishing in front of the picturesque Texas State Capitol makes the Austin Marathon the perfect running weekend destination. Participants can register for the marathon, half marathon, or 5K.