Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Got Cones?

New events are popping up everywhere. There are two new marathons to choose from this May (Minneapolis and Stillwater), Get In Gear is adding a half-marathon, and every non-profit in the Twin Cities has their own race. While some event directors salivate at the idea of working multiple events every weekend, I’m taking a different approach. I’m doing less.

Don’t get worried. All your favorite TSL events are still on the calendar: Frigid 5 (1/11), St Patrick’s Day Human Race (3/22), Grand Old Day On the Go (6/1), Hennepin-Lake Classic (8/2), Paul Mausling XC Run (10/11), Rocky’s Run (11/8) and Turkey Run (11/22). I’ll still be working with my friends at the St Paul Saints on Running of the Pigs (4/19). But instead of adding more events, I’m going a different direction. Any maybe you can help me.

As an event director, I’m responsible for creating a positive experience for hundreds or thousands of people at an event. Something as simple as an orange cone becomes a key part of that experience. Have you ever gotten lost on a course? Cones to the rescue! They help you know where to go.

I’ve spent more than twenty-five years pointing people in the right direction. Now I’d like to apply that knowledge in a new way. Are you part of a team looking for a results-oriented project manager, customer service specialist, marketing innovator or experienced writer? I’d like to help you reach your goals. If you don’t have cones, I’ll bring my own!

In this tough economic climate, we’re all looking for some direction. I’m looking to see what direction the cones point me. Got cones? Need cones? Please contact me at Chris.Fuller@TSLevents.com or on LinkedIn to discuss your opportunity/problem. Whether you have a short-term project or a long-term job, I’d like to see if I can be part of your solution.

Cones to the rescue!