The Cooper River Bridge Run is the best organized and best conducted 10-K race in the world. It includes world-class competition in a unique setting with unparalleled participant satisfaction. It broadens community cooperation and participation in healthy events throughout the year. The Cooper River Bridge Run serves as a model of health motivation for other communities throughout the world.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
The Cooper River Bridge Run has a tremendous impact on the local Community, the Hospitality and Tourism industry and other business entities by generating thirty-three ($33) million dollars in one weekend. CRBR also supports the Lowcountry through our Charity Connection and Grants programs. Ninety-two cents ($.95) of every dollar spent goes towards our mission. The CRBR is also proud to promote Health and Wellness which improves the quality of life.
MISSION
The Cooper River Bridge Run provides a world-class 10-K foot race. The race promotes continuous physical activity and a healthy lifestyle through education and opportunity.
OBJECTIVES
- Increase interest in cardiovascular exercise in the community.
- Raise funds for public education on the importance of exercise.
- Generate a spirit of community involvement and volunteerism.
- Promote and publicize the Cooper River Bridge Run.
Board of Directors
Charleston County Parks & Recreation Commission
David Bennett
John Massey
College of Charleston
Wes Dudgeon
Alicia Caudill
Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Mike Seekings
Kathleen Cartland
Town of Mount Pleasant
Steve Gergick
Nicole Harvey
Charleston Running Club
Lisa Deaton
Tony Shuler
City of North Charleston
Amy Heath
Frank Lapsley
City of Charleston
Paul Wieters
Laurie Yarbrough
Charleston Medical Society
Dustin LeBlanc, MD
Kathy L. Lehman-Huskamp, MD – Board Chairman
Founder
Dr. Marcus Newberry, MD
Staff
Race Director
Irv Batten
Deputy Director
Mark Cellars
Volunteer Coordinator
Jennifer Curry
Registration Coordinator
Erin Magera-Hames
Elite Runner Coordinator
Michael Banks
Special Events Coordinator
Lorrie Warren
Elite Wheelchair Coordinator
Kim Aquino
Transportation Coordinator
Carl Beckmann