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FRESHJUNKIE Racing and Run Nash Announce Dynamic Partnership for Nashville Half Marathon, Unveiling Bold New Look

Get ready, Nashville! FRESHJUNKIE Racing and Run Nash are thrilled to announce an exciting new collaboration that will elevate the Nashville Half Marathon experience to unprecedented heights. This strategic partnership combines FRESHJUNKIE Racing’s renowned event production expertise with Run Nash’s deep roots and marketing prowess within the local running community, promising a revitalized and unforgettable race for participants.

As a cornerstone of this new venture, the Nashville Half Marathon is proud to unveil a dynamic brand refresh, starting with a sleek and modern new logo. This initial reveal is just the beginning, as the complete brand kit will be progressively rolled out in the coming weeks, building anticipation for the reimagined event.

“We are incredibly excited to join forces with Run Nash,” says Patrick Fellows, Managing Director of FRESHJUNKIE Racing. “Their passion for the Nashville running scene and their established community presence are exactly what we need to take the Nashville Half Marathon to the next level. This partnership will allow us to bring our high-quality production standards to an event that truly resonates with the local spirit.”

Malain McCormick, Owner of Run Nash, echoes this enthusiasm: “Collaborating with FRESHJUNKIE Racing is a dream come true for Run Nash. Their commitment to excellence in race production aligns perfectly with our mission to foster a vibrant running culture in Nashville. We can’t wait to introduce the new brand and welcome runners to what will be an incredible event experience.”

The refreshed Nashville Half Marathon will continue to celebrate the city’s unique charm, offering a picturesque course and an unparalleled race day atmosphere. Runners can anticipate exciting new details, including the full brand kit reveal, course enhancements, and participant benefits, to be announced soon.

Stay tuned for more updates and prepare to experience the Nashville Half Marathon like never before!

About:

FRESHJUNKIE Racing (FJR) is an event production company based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Producing events since 2010, FJR manages, markets, and produces 14 events annually across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia and now Tennessee. Creating memorable experiences for 50,000 participants annually, the events produce over $15 Million in economic impact in the communities and $2.7 Million in charitable impact. For more info visit: freshjunkieracing.com

Run Nash is a leading organization dedicated to promoting running and active lifestyles within the Nashville community. Through various initiatives, Run Nash connects runners, organizes local events, and champions the sport in Middle Tennessee.

Runbassadors 2025–Join Today!

Here at Run Nash, we’re all about the people–runners who love the Nashville community, love the sport, and love bringing others along for the ride. That is why we are officially relaunching our Run Nash Ambassador program: to build a running-focused community by spreading awareness of Run Nash events within the Nashville area. As a Runbassador, you’re not only repping our race, you’re also repping our mission. This program was built for runners who want to be part of something bigger than their own training plan.

We’re bringing the program back in 2025 with more energy, more support, and more ways to get involved. As a Runbassador, you’ll receive comped race entries, exclusive gear, and insider perks—but even more importantly, you’ll help make race day feel like home for so many others. You’ll be the face people recognize, the encouragement they need mid-run, and the reason someone signs up for their first 5K. This isn’t just about running events—it’s about showing up, building community, and sharing the joy of the sport we all love.

What does the program look like? As a Runbassador, you will receive exclusive benefits like:

  • Comped entries to Run Nash events
  • Exclusive Run Nash swag
  • Opportunities to be featured on our social media platforms and website
  • Insider information on upcoming Run Nash events
  • A tight knit community focused on running together and
  • Fun perks and challenges throughout the year!

In return, we’ll ask you to:

  • Spread the word and invite your community to Run Nash events via your local run clubs and on social media
  • Represent the Run Nash brand 
  • Engage with fellow runners at races and online

Sound like something you want to be a part of? Apply here to join the team today.