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Terry Collier, Executive Director Las Vegas Marathon 2008

Interview with Terry Collier and presentation of 2008 Las Vegas Marathon

Terry Collier, Executive Director, Las Vegas Marathon, discusses the history of the Las Vegas Marathon and his role over the years. He is also a legacy runner of the Los Angeles Marathon and is the only marathon director anywhere managing two major marathons. The video also introduces the International Japanese marketing staff, Midori Uekusa, and Roy Kawaguchi.

Race history was made on December 4, 2005 when The Las Vegas Marathon became the first race to run the world famous Las Vegas Strip and through the Fremont Street Experience.

The Las Vegas Marathon will return December 7th 2008 with two major developments that speak to the appeal of the event. First, The full marathon will be capped at ten thousand participants. The half marathon will also be capped at 10,000.

Experience the rush of adrenaline on the Start line in front of Mandalay Bay when the gun goes off to Elvis' "Viva Las Vegas" and fireworks. Ideal weather and a loop course with a gradual mid-race incline followed by a downhill sprint to the finish line set the stage for exhilarating Races designed to set and break records, and shatter personal bests.

Come early for the two-day Nissan Quality of Life Marathon Expo as part of this unforgettable, fun-filled weekend. See the lights. Feel the thrills. Enjoy the action. Experience all that and more at The Las Vegas Marathon. Make 26.2 your lucky number!

VEGAS BUZZ LAS VEGAS MARATHON 2008

INTERVIEW WITH TERRY COLLIER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, THE NEW LAS VEGAS MARATHON

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Las Vegas is a city of uniqueness, as well as fantasy, where you'll find replicas of all the wonders of the world. Las Vegas itself is a world wonder. The uniqueness of the world's most fabulous city is embodied in the 'new' Las Vegas Marathon.

The 'new' Las Vegas Marathon was started four years ago by Terry Collier, athlete and running enthusiast, and one of only a handful of runners who have completed every single Las Vegas and Los Angeles marathon over the past 20 years.

The marathon has spawned associated marathons, such as the 'Santa Run,' and the 'Elvis Run,' where impersonators of both strut their running stuff in full regalia (sans gifts and guitars).

'RUN-THROUGH WEDDING CHAPEL'

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For the fourth year in a row, the Las Vegas Marathon will enable fitness-minded couples running together in the marathon to get married at a wedding chapel comprising the 13th station. "A wedding on the run," if you will.

'They can get divorced at the 14th station," jokes Collier.

ABOUT TERRY COLLIER
Terry Collier Biography

Terry Collier hasn't slowed down since elementary school, so being Race Director of the Las Vegas Marathon is the perfect job for him. Born and raised in Swainsboro, Georgia, Terry began running at a young age, because it was the fastest way to get home from school and spend time with his grandmother. Today, Terry is responsible for all aspects of operations for the Las Vegas Marathon, an event that takes 20,000 runners down the world famous Las Vegas Strip.

His career started in the grocery business, where he was a Store Manager for an independent chain in Atlanta, GA and Vons/Safeway, one of the largest chains in the country. For more than 30 years, Terry earned a reputation as one of the most respected leaders in his business, and was asked to work on employee development programs that were adopted company wide. The decision to leave the grocery business and be the Race Director for the Las Vegas Marathon was an easy one for Terry. As a Legacy Runner of the Los Angeles Marathon, Terry has completed each of the 23 endurance events. In 2006, Terry had the added responsibility of being Race Director for that event, and in order to maintain his legacy status, ran the entire marathon by himself the week before the event.

The transition from running a grocery store to running a marathon was an easy one, because Terry's main focus is on the customer. "A marathon isn't just another event for a runner--it is an awesome experience--and my job is to make sure they have the best experience possible--from the minute they decide to run our event up until the time the customer emails us three weeks after they finished."

Terry attended Cerritos College in Cerritos, CA where he studied business. He then took Advanced Running courses at UCLA, while continuing his business studies. Terry still runs because he enjoys the discipline and stress relief it brings to his hectic schedule. In addition to being a Legacy Runner of the Los Angeles Marathon, Terry was chosen to carry the Olympic Torch in 1996 for the Atlanta Summer Games, which is proudly displayed in his office. "See that? That is every runner's dream--to carry the Olympic Torch. A million thoughts go through your head when you are holding it high--the same as when you see the Finish Line after running 26 miles. It is the greatest feeling in the world!"  VBN

Terry Collier, Executive Race Director
Las Vegas Marathon
www.lvmarathon.com
3153 East Warm Springs Road Suite 200
Las Vegas, NV 89120
Ph 702.731.1052 Fx 702.731.9224
tcollier@newlasvegasmarathon.com

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LAS VEGAS ROADRUNNERS NOW OFFERS MULTIPLE TRAINING LOCATIONS

Las Vegas - Las Vegas Roadrunners, a comprehensive training program that prepares runners of all levels for The Las Vegas Marathon, now offers three weekly group-training locations.

Those looking to begin training for The 2008 Las Vegas Marathon are encouraged to visit www.lvmarathon.com to join Las Vegas Roadrunners. Groups now meet every Saturday at Fleet Feet Sports in Summerlin (7591 W. Washington Ave.) and The Las Vegas Marathon Offices (3153 E. Warm Springs Rd., Ste. 200). A third group also meets every Sunday in central Las Vegas at The Athlete's Foot (4712 W. Sahara Ave.). All groups meet at 5:30 a.m.

Great for beginners with limited to no running experience, the program is designed to take anyone from the couch to the finish line. The systematic training program includes several real race experiences, valuable knowledge and insight from special guest speakers and weekday training schedules designed to prepare runners for success on race day. All members of Las Vegas Roadrunners receive various specials and discounts at The Academy of Healing Arts, the official massage partner of The Las Vegas Marathon. Those interested can register by visiting www.lvmarathon.com or by calling 702.731.1052.

The Las Vegas Marathon will take place on Sunday Dec. 7, 2008 at 6 a.m. at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. Fireworks start the race as runners run down the legendary Las Vegas Strip. Contrary to previous years, The 2008 Las Vegas Marathon is limiting the number of participants. Once 20,000 runners are signed up for the full and half marathon combined, registration will be closed.

About The Las Vegas Marathon
The Las Vegas Marathon debuted in 2005 to worldwide media attention with its unique blend of running Elvi, an "only in Vegas" Run Thru Wedding Chapel and an unprecedented opportunity to run the Las Vegas Strip. More information on the race, registration and how to get involved is available at www.lvmarathon.com or by calling 702.731.1052.

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