Sponsors
Blue Ridge Marathon is looking for businesses and/or individuals interested in supporting the event. Sponsorship opportunities are available and can be structured to help give your company recognition locally, regionally and nationally. Media Schedules will be available for sponsors and strategies can be developed for your specific goals in marketing or branding. If you are interested in learning more about sponsorship, please contact Troy Lenderking at Sponsorship@BlueRidgeMarathon.com to request the 2010 Sponsorship Packet.
We would like to give special thanks to our title sponsor National College. With campuses in Virginia, Tennessee, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, the fundamental purpose of National College is to educate men and women for the duties and responsibilities of business life and to help place them in positions which hold ample opportunities for career advancement.
National College attempts to instill in our graduates the desire to take initiative in directing their professional lives and the ability to adapt effectively to the challenges and demands of modern business. Our aim is to have the resources, curriculum, staff, and faculty that motivate and prepare students for success in well-defined fields of employment. Learn more about National College.
A leading healthcare provider in western Virginia, Carilion Clinic is committed to delivering highly integrated, comprehensive care for patients. With the commitment of over 600 physicians and a network of eight not-for-profit hospitals, Carilion Clinic concentrates on patient-centered care, research and medical education. Through its partnership with Virginia Tech to create the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Carilion is bringing the most up-to-date treatments to patients and creating a vital information resource for physicians.
Family owned and operated since 1930, Fink’s Jewelers is committed to exceptional quality, service and selection. We proudly offer the industries’ finest Swiss timepieces such as Rolex, Cartier, TAG Heuer, Breitling, and the hottest designer jewelry fashions from David Yurman, John Hardy, Mikimoto pearls and much more! Come into any of our 14 locations and discover why Fink’s Jewelers is one of the country’s “Top 50″ jewelers. Visit us online at finks.com. Fink’s Jewelers has kindly donated a $5000 Tag Heuer watch to the top male and top female marathon finisher.
The Roanoke Region is a premier spot for outdoor recreation. Visitors and residents have easy access to some of the best cycling, fishing, water sports, and hiking in North America. All these advantages – combined with excellent urban amenities – set amidst a scenic background of glistening lakes and majestic mountains and with a mild-temperate climate, make the Roanoke Region a great place to visit, work, and live. Visit RoanokeOutside.com to learn why Roanoke is one of the best outdoor towns around.
The Blue Ridge Marathon is excited to have GEM Car as the official electric car of the Blue Ridge Marathon. Thanks to Dominion of Bedford and GEM Car, lead runners will not have to breathe the exhaust from a traditional pace car. The pace car will be an electric GEM Car. GEM electric vehicles are 100 percent battery-electric and emit zero tailpipe emissions. They have a top speed of 25 mph and a range of up to 30 miles on a charge making them a fun and economical way to run errands, drive to work or school, haul equipment, or transport people around work facilities. GEM cars cost approximately two cents per mile to operate and can be plugged into a standard 110-volt outlet to recharge. Dominion of Bedford is a franchised Dodge, Chrysler and Jeep dealer serving the Lynchburg and Roanoke markets. Dominion recently added the GEM line to their business. Dominion has been in business in the region since 1976 and, in addition to their sales & service facility in Bedford, also operates an independent vehicle repair shop and GEM warranty and parts center at 1259 E. Main St. in Salem, Va. To learn more visit Gem Car and Dominion of Bedford.
The Roanoke Region of Virginia is recognized as a top place to work, do business, and invest. The economy is strong and stable and gaining momentum in high-tech fields such as life sciences, mechatronics, advanced manufacturing, and automotive components. The pro-business climate encourages success and attracts businesses who want to take advantage of cutting edge research institutions, low costs of doing business, excellent market access by road, rail, and air; and a skilled, productive workforce. All these advantages make the Roanoke Region, located around Roanoke, Virginia, the best place for business and business people. The Roanoke Regional Partnership the area’s regional economic development organization. Visit Roanoke.org to learn more about working, living, and playing in Roanoke, VA.
For over 20 years Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing has been providing its clients with endless options for outdoor exploration and adventure. Located only located 40 minutes from downtown Roanoke, we host groups from the region and all over the country. They rave about our beautiful facility, delicious food and unparalleled staff. All year long we provide customized programs for schools, youth groups, corporate retreats, colleges, social clubs, weddings, Christmas parties, fitness training retreats, and even adventure races. We also run summer adventure trips for ages 8-18 from June to August. Visit Wilderness-Adventure.com to learn more.
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