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Fleet Feet appoints Jason Jabaut president, expands exec team. October 7, 2026 Fleet Feet officially named Jason Jabaut, a 20-year veteran of the running store franchisor, as president while also announcing several promotions and new hires within tech areas to build out its leadership team. Jabaut had been Fleet Feet's COO since June 2021. Other roles over his 20 years at Fleet Feet include VP, digital; senior director of e-commerce; senior manager, business analyst, brand manager; GM, company stores; and franchise development manager. Prior to joining Fleet Feet, he ran professionally for four years with the Nike Farm Team in California. As president, Jabaut will lead marketing & digital, vendor management and franchise operations. "Jason understands Fleet Feet from the inside out and has earned the trust of our entire organization," said Joey Pointer, CEO of Fleet Feet. "He knows our people, our partners, and what's made this brand special for 50 years. He's a proven leader and the right person to guide our next chapter of growth." "Our success has always been driven by the dedicated teams in our stores," said Jabaut. "As president, my focus is on deepening alignment across our teams, giving our stores the support they need and bringing the Fleet Feet experience to more customers." Fleet Feet's recent promotions included: * Dani Tiltgen, formerly VP, human resources, has been promoted to SVP of human resources. She has been with Fleet Feet for nine years. * Matt Werder, formerly VP, retail & franchise operations, has been promoted to SVP of retail operations. He's been at Fleet Feet for 21 years * Stacey Donley, formerly VP of merchandising strategy & planning, will take on an expanded role as vice president of merchandising and supply chain. She will continue leading merchandising strategy and planning for company-owned stores. She joined Fleet Feet in November 2025 after holding similar roles at Kontoor Brands and Macy's. Fleet Feet's recent hires included: * Mike Druta joins as VP of data analytics, leading the company's work to strengthen business intelligence, establish trusted enterprise metrics and improve how teams use data to make decisions. He was formerly senior manager, data & analytics architect, PwC. * Blake Bommelje joins as director of information security, leading Fleet Feet's cybersecurity strategy and security operations, including governance, identity and access management, PCI compliance, incident response and vendor risk management. He was formerly senior security solutions architect, Ensono. * Maddy Eppli joins as director of strategy, working across the organization to shape long-term strategy, assess growth opportunities and lead major cross-functional initiatives. She was formerly strategy & analytics consultant, Deloitte. * Jesse Isola joins as director of customer retention, leading Fleet Feet's email, SMS and loyalty strategy, working with the team to build deeper customer relationships. She was director of CRM & loyalty, Pacsun. Fleet Feet said of the new hires and organizational updates, "The leadership changes are part of a broader investment in how Fleet Feet supports its stores and customers. The company is continuing to build its teams and expertise in digital, customer retention, data analytics, information security and strategy. "The updated structure simplifies decision-making and enhances store support, ensuring Fleet Feet delivers an exceptional experience for every customer across all channels." Fleet Feet has 294 stores across its franchisee network Images courtesy of Fleet Feet

Longtime running store closes, will consolidate operations with Puyallup site. September 30, 2026 5:15 AM Gift Article A familiar running-gear chain announced the planned closure of one of its Pierce County locations after two decades, consolidating operations with another nearby store. Fleet Feet on Sunday shared details of the winding down of operations at its store, 19685 State Route 410 in Bonney Lake. "Closing time, but not goodbye," a Facebook post from the store read. "Thank you, Bonney Lake, for twenty years of miles together. Find us down the road at our Puyallup store. We will keep the lights on." In a Facebook post from Sept. 10, Wade Pannell, owner of the Tacoma, Olympia, Bonney Lake and Puyallup stores, wrote that he and his wife, Julie, had owned the Bonney Lake store for the past eight years following the vision of its original owner, Paul Morrison.

Shokz returns to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon with co-branded limited edition OpenRun Pro 2 and expanded Race Week experiences. Sep 23, 2026, 08:59 ET New Bank of America Chicago Marathon limited edition launches alongside Race Week experiences celebrating the runners, communities and energy of Chicago CHICAGO, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Shokz, a pioneer in open-ear audio technology, today announced the launch of the OpenRun Pro 2 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Co-Branded Edition, available in limited quantities, and an expanded slate of experiences bringing its "Let the Windy City In" platform to runners and communities across Chicago. Returning as the Official Headphone Partner of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon for the third consecutive year, Shokz is celebrating the people, neighborhoods and sounds that make Chicago an integral part of the marathon experience. From athlete and community programming throughout Race Week to the marathon-exclusive OpenRun Pro 2, Shokz is creating more ways for runners to stay connected to the city and the goals they are chasing. The OpenRun Pro 2 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Co-Branded Edition features a distinctive deep blue and gold colorway, with the Bank of America Chicago Marathon route illustrated on the gift box and case. Designed as both a performance companion and meaningful keepsake, the marathon-exclusive OpenRun Pro 2 celebrates the miles, memories and personal milestones that come with taking on 26.2 miles in Chicago. Built on the same performance technology as OpenRun Pro 2, Shokz's flagship bone conduction headphones for running, the Co-Branded Edition features DualPitch(TM) Technology for premium sound quality, up to 12 hours of listening time and an open-ear design that helps runners stay aware of their surroundings throughout training and race day. A secure, comfortable fit designed for runs and workouts rounds out the experience for runners seeking wireless headphones that balance audio performance with environmental awareness. The OpenRun Pro 2 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Co-Branded Edition is available beginning September 23 exclusively at Shokz.com for $199.95 USD / $249.95 CAD, with additional units available at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Expo at Shokz Booth #339 from October 8-10. Both Standard and Mini sizes will be available in limited quantities. "Chicago has an incredible way of making the entire city feel like part of the race, and that's what we wanted to celebrate this year," said Vincent Xiong, CEO of Shokz North America. "From a limited-edition design created specifically for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon to experiences that bring runners closer to the city's communities and energy, we're creating more ways for people to take in everything that makes Chicago special while they chase their own goals." Let the Windy City In Shokz's "Let the Windy City In" platform builds on a simple idea: the Bank of America Chicago Marathon experience is about more than the miles. The crowds, neighborhoods, music and encouragement along the course are part of what makes Race Day memorable, and Shokz's open-ear design allows runners to stay connected to those moments while listening to their audio. That idea will extend across Shokz's Chicago programming. Throughout the training season, Shokz has worked alongside local running partners including 3RUN2 and Fleet Feet Chicago to connect with runners as they prepare for 26.2 miles. During Race Week, Shokz will take that connection into neighborhoods across the city through Shokz Sound Tour, capturing the voices, sounds and stories that help define Chicago's running community. Shokz will also welcome runners and fans at the Abbott Health & Fitness Expo race weekend, Shokz Booth #339, where visitors can experience Shokz open-ear headphones, purchase the marathon-exclusive co-branded edition and personalize eligible headphones with custom engraving. Shokz will continue to celebrate the race and the energy of Chicago at the 27th Mile Post-Race Party, followed by a Post-Race Party for runners and the Chicago running community. "The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is shaped by the communities that runners experience across 26.2 miles and the people who support them along the way. We're excited to have Shokz return as a partner and create new ways for participants to connect with that energy throughout their marathon experience," said Carey Pinkowski, Bank of America Chicago Marathon Executive Race Director. This year's Chicago program builds on Shokz's global Chasing Stars initiative, which supports runners as they pursue personal goals and share their journeys with the broader running community. Shokz is the Official Headphone Partner of six of the most prestigious marathons in the world and works with elite athletes and everyday runners across the global running community. Dakotah Popehn Takes on Chicago Shokz athlete and elite marathoner Dakotah Popehn will compete in the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon and participate in Shokz programming throughout Race Week. On October 9, Popehn is scheduled to appear on the Abbott Health & Fitness Expo Main Stage for a conversation with Laura Green about chasing the breakthrough star with Shokz, including her preparation for Chicago, the role community plays in the marathon experience and what she is chasing this season. "There's so much that goes into preparing for a marathon, but when you get to Race Day, the people around you become a huge part of the experience," said Popehn. "Chicago has incredible energy and being able to take in the crowds and the city while staying focused on your own race is part of what makes the day so special. I'm excited to be back with Shokz and see what we can chase together in Chicago." Runners and fans can learn more about Shokz's Bank of America Chicago Marathon programming and purchase the OpenRun Pro 2 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Co-Branded Edition at Shokz.com. About Shokz Shokz, recognized as the World's No. 1 Open-Ear Headphones Brand by Omdia, is dedicated to advancing open-ear audio technology and inspiring users to #beopen. With a focus on innovation, quality, and user experience, Shokz continues to lead the market by providing cutting-edge solutions for everyday audio. Learn more about the brand at www.Shokz.com. About the Bank of America Chicago Marathon In its 48th year, on Sunday, October 11, 2026, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon will welcome thousands of participants from more than 100 countries and all 50 states, including a world-class professional athlete field, top regional and Masters runners, race veterans, debut marathoners and charity participants. The race's iconic course takes participants through 29 vibrant neighborhoods on an architectural and cultural tour of Chicago. Annually, more than a million spectators line the streets cheering on tens of thousands of participants from the start line to the final stretch down Columbus Drive. As a result of the race's national and international draw, the Chicago Marathon assists in raising millions of dollars for a variety of charitable causes while generating over $755.9 million in annual economic impact to its host city. The 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, will start and finish in Grant Park beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 11. In advance of the race, a three-day Abbott Health & Fitness Expo will be held at McCormick Place Convention Center on Thursday, October 8, Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10. For more information about the event and how to get involved, go to chicagomarathon.com. SOURCE SHOKZ