Posted: September 24, 2004

Triathlon: 2005 CEO Ironman Challenge Europe At Ironman Austria

KLAGENFURT; JULY 1 – 5, 2005:

Ironman Motivations is pleased to announce the 2nd annual CEO Ironman Challenge ‘Europe’ will take place in conjunction with the Ironman Austria triathlon on July 3, 2005. We are happy to welcome K2 Performance Systems (www.planetk2.com) as the Presenting Sponsor of the event in 2005.

The CEO Ironman Challenge is a program specially designed for people who run companies throughout Europe (and the world) and are able to combine leading their companies with training for an Ironman, and in many cases, looking after the needs of their families. The program includes the opportunity to compete with other corporate leaders who have similar interests and challenges, full VIP service for the competitor and guests, the elimination of line-ups and hassles, all the benefits accorded to Pro athletes, and positive publicity for corporations and their leaders.

Up to five “CEO’s” from the CEO Ironman Challenge in Europe will have the chance to qualify for the CEO Ironman Challenge program at the Hawaii Ironman World Championship in October 2005. Here they will meet up to ten CEO’s from the CEO Challenge events in the USA, and have the opportunity to compete for the title of ‘fittest CEO in the World’!

CEO Ironman Challenge ‘Europe’:

The Karnten Ironman Austria Triathlon

Catinthia, Klagenfurt and the region around Lake Wörther See provide the perfect location for an Ironman race. The countryside and the picturesque villages along the race course have been fascinating tourists for centuries. This is a unique opportunity to race through Austria’s most popular summer-sport destination.

The start of the Kärnten Ironman Austria Triathlon takes place in the Strandbad Klagenfurt (Klagenfurt’s public bathing beach). The mass-start from the bank of Lake Wörther See takes place between three bridges. The bike course is arguably the fastest of all Ironman competitions worldwide, and winds through the beautiful Austrian countryside. The marathon course travels along Lake Wörther See and through the historical centre of Klagenfurt, and is entirely flat with a constant change of scenic beauty and cultural sights.

Following is a list of what’s included in the CEO Ironman Challenge ‘Europe’ program:

Entry into the Ironman Austria Triathlon, July 3
Four nights accommodation at the luxurious Hotel Sandwirth (July 1 – 5) (http://www.sandwirth.at) in Klagenfurt
The opportunity to compete for up to five (5) Hawaii Ironman Championship slots**
All participants will receive a customized CEO Challenge racing uniform and FS Stealth Ironman Wetsuit
Invitation to a private dinner at a centuries-old castle overlooking Lake Wörther See on Thursday evening
The services of Personal hosts / translators for the four days of the event
Special CEO Challenge VIP seating at the Pasta Party / Opening Ceremony, and Awards Banquet
VIP passes for CEO and a guest to all functions, including VIP race-day passes for a guest (schedule below):
6:30-6:45: Board the VIP-Boat
7:00 watch the swim start from the water
7:30 breakfast at the Restaurant Loretto
9:00 Board the VIP-Boat and leave Loretto to Velden. Watch the cyclists at the Lorenzihof (special VIP area)
12:30 Bus Shuttles or Helicopter back to Klagenfurt
13:30 V.I.P Dinner at the finish line
15:00 first finishers expected
16:00 first female finisher expected
18.00 VIP talk with the winners at the VIP tent
23:45 final finisher and fire works
Personal 'front of the line’ athlete check-in with the Pros
VIP bags that contain free products from Ironman sponsors, and passes to all private functions
Bike rack location and athlete numbers with the Pros
The opportunity for a guest to put the medal on the CEO as they cross the finish line
Rights to use the "CEO Ironman Challenge Europe" logo in advertising and printed materials
Opportunity to trade experiences and network with CEO’s that juggle running companies with training and family
Opportunity to personally get to know the Ironman Austria management team, and see how the race is run ‘from the inside’

Qualification
To be eligible for the CEO Ironman Challenge, you must be the head of a corporation (or one of the very top people in the company) that has gross sales revenue in excess of 2.5 Million Euros per year (1 million Euros for females).

Cost
The cost for the complete program, including all accommodation and benefits outlined above, is 3000 euros (approx. $3,700 USD @ .81 exchange rate).

Questions?

More information can be found at www.ceochallenges.com, or by contacting Ted Kennedy, President of Ironman Motivations, at 303-442-9097 x 23, or Ted@ironmanusa.com.

In Europe

Feel free to contact Helge Lorenz at Ironman Austria, Tel.: +43(0)463/50 96 51, or helge@ironmanaustria.com

How to Enter
Complete the CEO Ironman Challenge Europe entry form (available at www.ceochallenges.com – click on the CEO Ironman Challenge Europe logo), and send, along with a cheque for 3000 euros to:

Triangle Show & Sports Promotion GmbH
Paradeisergasse 5/1
A-9020 Klagenfurt, Austria

Note: Wire transfer information is available on the entry form.

** Number of CEO slots for the Hawaii Ironman World Championship depends on the number of CEO’s entered in the CEO Ironman Challenge program, as follows:

1 to 5 participants – 1 slot 
6 – 10 participants – 2 slots 
11 – 15 participants – 3 slots 
16 – 20 participants – 4 slots 
Over 20 participants – 5 slots (max. 30 participants)
 
Ted Kennedy
Ironman North America
Ironman Motivations (CEO Challenge)
Ted@ironmanusa.com
4999 Pearl East Circle, Ste. 301
Boulder, CO 80301
Ph. 888.280.9097 x 23
Local 303.442.9097 x 23
Fax 303.449.4487
www.ironmannorthamerica.com
www.ceochallenges.com