We set up Raccoon because we wanted to create exhibitions that offer something new and different in underserved markets that we understand and that we love. We believe that great events are about community, fun, innovation and excitement and we hope that we offer you that with The National Running Show.
Mike Seaman
Managing Director
I'm Mike, and I’m a keen runner, but not very talented. I run for fun (my fastest marathon time is dressed as an elephant) and am always up for a big challenge. I love the Running community and want to support it through our events and other activities.
Email Mike
for General information, Exhibition / Sponsorship / Speaker enquiries
Rebecca Richardson
Sports Brand & Retailer Partnerships and PR Director
I'm Rebecca, knows as Becs to most people. Fellow Director of Raccoon Events and founder of Breathe Unity. I have been in the Sports Industry for over 27 years and spend a lot of my time talking, formulating strategies and creating exciting, long-lasting partnerships in our industry sector.
Email Rebecca
for Sports Brand and Retailer Partnerships / Media Partnerships / PR
Darren Pinder
Director
I'm Darren, one of the Directors of Raccoon Events, and responsible for the digital presence, marketing, and partner relationships for The National Running Show. I'm pretty new to running, I completed my first half in 2017, with plans to run a marathon in 2018!
Email Darren
for Technical issues or Partnership enquiries
Matthew Lambert
Director
Matthew has spent over 25 years in the exhibition industry, working across the ‘holy trinity’ of organiser, venue and contractor.
Maddy Seaman
Finance Director
I’m Maddy wife/partner in crime to Mike the MD of Raccoon Events. When I’m not looking after our two crazy kids I’m busy working as a professional photographer and helping out on The National Running Show. You’ll often find me cheering on and crewing Mike on one of his many running adventures.
Email Maddy
for Finance enquiries
Nathalie Davies
Commercial Director
I'm Nathalie, Commercial Director for The National Running Show. I have worked in the events industry for the past 11 years, running events in a variety of sectors including technology, marketing, building and franchising. I am a big fitness fan so working on The National Running Show very exciting. When I'm not working in the events world I am a busy mum to 2 little ones.
Email Nathalie
for Commercial or sales enquiries
Addie Brake
Business Development Manager
I'm Addie, Business Development Manager for The NRS. I spent 7 years working for The NEC and so it's been an exciting challenge to now work as an organiser on a new exhibition! It's been great shaping the show with new exhibitors and sponsors from the running community. At home I'm kept on my toes by my two girls, both under the age of 3!
Email Addie
for Commercial or sales enquiries
Verity O'Brien
Social Media Manager
I'm Verity the Social Media Manager for The National Running Show. I have been working in the world of PR, client and social media management for several years. When I'm not working I'm mum to 2 little ones who keep me very busy!
Email Verity
for Marketing or Ambassador enquiries
Becky Pinner
Head of Content
I'm Becky the Head of Content for The National Running Show. I've always dabbled in running and after completing couch to 5k many moons ago, I found myself doing the not so common 10k to marathon last year and, since then, have officially caught the running bug.
Email Becky
for Content and Speaker enquiries
Breathe Unity
PR Agency
Breathe Unity offers bespoke Sports PR+ services for Events, Races, Brands, Retailers and Communities within the Sports Industry. With over 25 years’ experience in the sports, running, triathlon and wellbeing sectors, we are proud to be an industry leader in Sports PR and race representation.
Email Breathe
for any PR enquiries
Maelstrom Event Solutions
Operations Team
Maelstrom Event Solutions offer clients a one-stop event management service from initial planning right through to post event analysis. We have many years experience of organising and managing exhibitions, conferences and other events for organisers, associations and corporate clients.
Email Maelstrom
for any Operations / On-site enquiries
