December 2-4, 2025 | Henry B. González Convention Center | San Antonio, TX

Call For Education

Educate and Inspire at TRE 2025

The Running Event 2025 education program will be centered around the themeBetter Together: Uniting the Running Industry and will come to life through action-based content and dynamic learning opportunities.
Our team is looking for session proposals from a range of individuals with diverse voices, experiences, and roles to share new perspectives and industry knowledge with our passionate community of run specialty retail professionals. This targeted audience includes store owners, managers, buyers, merchandisers, sales associates, marketing specialists, HR professionals, event directors, and more.
If you have insights and expertise that will elevate and inspire the industry, we encourage you to submit a session proposal. For questions, send us an email.

Submit a #TRE25 Session Proposal

If you have an idea that will educate and inspire our audience of run specialty retailers, we want to hear from you!

SUBMIT A PROPOSAL

Focus Areas Include:

  • Running Culture & Community
  • The Changing Consumer & Customer Journey 
  • Leadership & Elevated Operations
  • Product Affordability & Money Management Strategies
  • Apparel & Accessories Opportunities
  • Buying & Selling Best Practices
  • Digital Advancements & Retail Efficiencies

Key Dates:

  • The 2025 Call for Education closes Sunday, April 20
  • Speakers will be notified about proposal status by end of July 
  • The Running Event 2025 education program will take place Tuesday, December 2

Speaking Opportunities:

  • 45-minute session (single presenter)
  • 45-minute panel session
  • 45-minute workshop
  • 90-minute workshop

Speaker Benefits

In addition to solidifying your position as an industry thought leader, here are a few of the many other benefits you will receive as a 2025 speaker:
  • (1) complimentary registration pass that provides access to all sessions, keynotes, networking functions, and the exhibit hall
  • Invaluable networking opportunities with other presenters and industry professionals
  • Photo and biography featured on The Running Event website and mobile app
  • Session featured in marketing promotions and The Running Event Guide
  • Exposure in Running Insight, the Official Publication of TRE

Resources

“The Running Event’s education program provides an unmatched opportunity to connect with and learn from peers, industry leaders, and subject matter experts. In 2025, we are doubling down on interactive and action-oriented content to ensure attendees leave with tangible takeaways they can implement immediately.”
Caitlin Ewing
Conference Manager, The Running Event

Are you a 2025 Exhibitor?

Discover sponsored education opportunities.

2025 Sponsored Education

Get in touch with Sales Manager Glenn Dulberg for more details about sponsored education at #TRE25.
Get In Touch
Have questions about submitting a session proposal? Email our conference team.
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