SoFi Announced As Title Sponsor Of 15th Annual Golden Gate Half Marathon
SAN FRANCISCO, June 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The Golden Gate Half Marathon announced an exciting new commitment from SoFi. The modern finance company, which takes an unprecedented approach to lending and wealth management, is the title sponsor of the 15th annual event, which is set to take place on November 6, 2016.
"We are thrilled to be the title sponsor of the Golden Gate Half event, which enables thousands of participants to set a personal goal and realize their full potential through the support they receive from start to finish," said Meg Ciarallo, VP of Brand at SoFi.
"The Golden Gate Half is an incredible event which offers participants a beautiful course and the chance to run across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Our colleagues, families and friends constantly push the limits of what life has to offer and we want to provide the community the tools to match their ambitions and propel them to new levels of greatness. Whether it's a new personal record, their first 13.1-mile race or their first 5-kilometer race, it's an honor to be a part of this extraordinary event and we're excited to cheer thousands across the finish line," Ciarallo added.
Formally known as the US Half Marathon, the Golden Gate Half celebrates 15 years this November, attracting runners from across 47 states and 30 countries, including: Australia, Israel, Brazil, Ireland and New Zealand. The Golden Gate Half is a 13.1-mile run through San Francisco and across the Golden Gate Bridge to Marin County. Alternatively, participants can choose the 5-kilometer race option.
"We are very grateful for SoFi's commitment as title sponsor of this year's SoFi Golden Gate Half Marathon," said Guy Terriff, RaceForce LLC.
"The Golden Gate Half allows runners to experience one of the world's most illustrious cities, while showcasing the city's eminent history, cosmopolitan elegance and stunning natural beauty, for participants as they complete 13.1 miles. With SoFi's support, we can offer participants an even bigger and more enjoyable event and cater to all their needs. We hope more people will join us in November and celebrate the 15th annual event," Terriff added.
To register for the SoFi Golden Gate Half Marathon or for more info, visit www.runsf.com.
ABOUT RACEFORCE, LLC: RaceForce, LLC ("RaceForce") is a subsidiary of OmniForce, LLC, and a leading endurance and athletic event production company based in Los Angeles, CA. By leveraging an extensive worldwide network and a wealth of core competencies including: Strategic Marketing; Sponsorship Acquisition and Production Support, RaceForce can invest in events, create new events and collaborate with event owners to deploy support where needed while maintaining an event's grassroots identity. RaceForce events are legendary and cherished by their respective community including the Surf City Marathon in Huntington Beach, CA and the Golden Gate Half Marathon in San Francisco, CA. For more information regarding RaceForce, visit www.raceforce.com.
ABOUT SOFI: SoFi is a new kind of finance company taking a radical approach to lending and wealth management. From unprecedented products and tools to faster service and open conversations, we're all about helping our members get ahead and find success. Whether they're looking to buy a home, save money on student loans, ascend in their careers, or invest in the future, the SoFi community works to empower our members to accomplish the goals they set and achieve financial greatness as a result. For more information, visit SoFi.com.
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