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Popular Landmark Event Changes Ownership, Provides Infrastructure for Growth
(CHICAGO June 12, 2008) – The Banco Popular Chicago Half Marathon, one of Chicago’s marquee half
marathons held each fall, has been acquired by US Road Sports and Entertainment Group (US Road Sports),
based in Dallas, Texas.
Commenting on the addition of the Banco Popular Chicago Half Marathon to its family of events, Greg
Laird, president of US Road Sports, shared, “We are thrilled to be in Chicago, one of the great sports cities in
the world. The people of Chicago and the surrounding communities embody the true spirit and passion of
running, the same passion we share and that is at the core of our business. We plan to give Chicago a world
class event that the city, every runner and each of our sponsors is proud to be a part of.”
Robert Pozo, executive race director of US Road Sports, commented, “Our runners and sponsors will begin
to see some changes from last year which we think they will really enjoy. Our host hotel this year is the W
Hotel and the expo will be held at the Navy Pier. We could not be more excited about working with these two
new terrific venues.”
“It was critically important to Devine Racing that we sold the Banco Popular Chicago Half Marathon to a
group that would be a good steward of a true Chicago franchise. The team from US Road Sports is establishing
itself as a preeminent producer of running and endurance events in the country. I welcome them to Chicago and
look forward to many great years ahead,” said Chris Devine of Devine Racing.
US Road Sports is committed to building local races with a national, proven and financially stable
production team along with reliable infrastructure that highlights the best of each community. In addition to the
Banco Popular Chicago Half Marathon, the sports management company produces the ING Miami Marathon &
Half Marathon, Publix Escape to Miami Triathlon, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida Running
Series and the recently added ING Georgia Marathon & Half Marathon.
Registration for the Banco Popular Chicago Half Marathon is currently open. The event has sold out each
of the last two years. Registration information can be found at www.chicagohalfmarathon.com.
About US Road Sports
US Road Sports & Entertainment Group, LP is a Dallas-based company dedicated to the production of world-class endurance
events. The mission of US Road Sports is to offer an unparalleled participant sports experience that showcases host communities
and endures as a deeply valued local asset through events that are a part of the city’s culture, identity and brand. For each
participant, US Road Sports strives to offer events that allow participants of all skill levels the opportunity to improve their
physical and mental health, and accomplish life-altering goals while having fun. US Road Sports provides sponsors and
municipalities highly effective exposure to help maximize their presence and message in the community.
Banco Popular Chicago Half Marathon Website: www.chicagohalfmarathon.com.
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