Virginia Brophy Achman

Longtime leader of major mass-participation running events who directed Twin Cities In Motion for over two decades and grew the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend into a multi-event, year-round organization. runningusa+1

Event preparedness and risk management practitioner who launched VPrepared to deliver risk assessments, tabletop exercises, incident response planning, and business continuity services for outdoor, mass-participation events. vprepared+1

Active contributor to sports safety and security policy and practice through volunteer leadership roles, including service on NCS4's National Advisory Board and founding/co-chair roles on the Marathon & Endurance Events Committee. usm+1

Recognized industry figure and community advocate — honored with awards and volunteer distinctions for long-term service to the Minnesota running community and youth fitness initiatives. run-minnesota+1