CAPSTONE EVENT GROUP - Key Persons


Blake Shelton

Blake is a recovering competitive runner who is now working in a career that his high school self wouldn't believe. He lives with his wife, child, dog and two cats. He is not the country music star.

Celia Mitchell

A Meredith College Angel, Celia is a running veteran! She has completed 25 marathons and 50 half-marathons, qualifying for Boston 5 years in a row. In her semi retirement, she enjoys biking, NCAA football, Basketball and Lacrosse.

Charlie Mercer

Charlie started Capstone in an effort to do something entrepreneurial in the wellness industry. It didn't take long for him to fall in love with running events. After ten years, he can't imagine doing anything else.

Eric Richard

Eric likes long walks on the course and setting up tents in the rain. Not only is he in the top 5% of Uhaul renters nationwide, but he is also in the top 1% of Spotify Listeners for his band Three on the Tree.

Greyson Feurer

Greyson joined Capstone in 2019, excited to create opportunities for others to better their health through athletics. He is still waiting for Blake to accept his challenge in the 100m dash.

Jenna Peterson

Marathon runner turned race organizer who lives for snuggles from her two young children, the first sip of coffee, and Buffalo Bills victories. She's a fan of to-do lists, post-race chocolate milk, and the energy and magic of the start line!

Jess Hardy

Jess is a former teacher turned Operations mastermind. She loves dogs and all fluffy creatures but don't let that fool you, she owns her own set of power tools and can MacGyver just about anything needed for race day!

Leslie Thorpe

Leslie is our resident cycling coach and Ironman competitor. With a diet of fruit strips, turkey burgers (no bun) and Celsius energy drinks, she is fueled for success and performance at all times. LET'S RIDE!

Ryan Anderson

This former middle school band director, turned business man, is truly the Jack of All Trades. He has dipped his toe in just about every hobby imaginable and spends his days singing in his office (to his coworkers' delight)!