Blistering Pace Race Management Welcomes Emily O’Rourke as Operations Manager

Written By Hannah Sconzo

NAPA, CALIFORNIA — Blistering Pace Race Management (BPRM), a leading race management company specializing in non-profit legacy events and large-scale endurance races, is thrilled to announce that Emily O’Rourke has joined the organization as Operations Manager.

Emily brings a wealth of experience in both volunteer coordination and race operations. Most recently, O’Rourke was part of the team at Spartan Race, where she supported multiple events per year across the country. Prior to Spartan, she worked with the American Junior Golf Association, contributing to national tour logistics and event execution. In addition to her professional background, Emily dabbles in running races as well. She recently finished the Javelina Jundred, a 100-mile race in Arizona.

“I am excited to join Blistering Pace Race Management team and work alongside such a respected and passionate team,” O’Rourke said. “Their commitment to operational success and creating memorable race experiences aligns perfectly with my background and what I value most in the industry.”

In her role as Operations Manager, O’Rourke will work closely with BPRM’s leadership team to support operational planning and execution across the company’s growing portfolio of events. Her background in complex, multi-day event environments aligns seamlessly with BPRM’s commitment to delivering high-quality, unforgettable race experiences that support and further the missions of nonprofit organizations nationwide.

“We are excited to welcome Emily to the growing BPRM team,” said Kevin Pool, Blistering Pace’s Director of Operations. “I am personally looking forward to working closely with her on complicated operational plans and continuing to push the envelope on what we are able to accomplish at our long-standing events. Her passion for the sport and the participant experience make her an ideal fit for both our team and our clients.”


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About Blistering Pace Race Management:
Founded in 2016, BPRM works in a variety of race management capacities, ranging from specific projects to full event oversight. Clients include the San Francisco Half Marathon (10K & 5K), the Napa Valley Marathon and Half Marathon, the Big Sur Marathon Foundation, Stronger Faster Boulder Co, Chicago Event Management, and the New York Road Runners. For more information, visit blisteringpace.com.

Hannah Sconzo

Hannah is a multifaceted brand strategist, graphic designer, and digital marketer based in Napa Valley. Passionate about color, design, and all the ways consumers interact with a brand, she dedicates her time to enhancing brand storytelling. Whether she's filming and editing content for social media, curating compelling testimonials for email campaigns, or designing materials for in-person events, Hannah is constantly exploring innovative ways to engage audiences.

Hannah began her career in the running industry in Charlottesville, VA, where she interned with the local marathon. This experience propelled her to the West Coast, where she took on a full-time role with Destination Races, working on their Wine Country Half Marathon series. Her career then shifted to the wine industry, where she honed her skills in brand management within both in-house and agency settings, gaining valuable insights into luxury goods and hospitality.

She is thrilled to have returned to her roots in the running industry, representing events she has personally run and loved.

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