RunSignup Announces RunSignup University 2026 for Hands-On Race Director Education

February 23, 2026

Moorestown, NJ (February 23, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – RunSignup, the leading technology solution for U.S. endurance events, has opened enrollment for the third iteration of RunSignup University. RunSignup University 2026, a hands-on educational session for race directors and industry professionals, will be held in Saint Paul, MN on June 17-18, 2026.

What sets RunSignup University apart from traditional industry conferences is the specific focus on hands-on learning and workshops with tangible output. University students can craft their own schedule, with class offerings divided between industry best practices, introductory classes for key products, hands-on workshops, and targeted group sessions to encourage collaboration. Topics range from event websites and email drip campaigns to integrating AI into the daily workflow.

Additionally, all attendees have access to Study Hall, a dedicated opportunity to sit down one-on-one with RunSignup team members for advice and assistance. Beyond the classroom, group meals, happy hour, and a morning fun run provide ample opportunities for networking with industry peers.

RunSignup University is open to a range of endurance professionals, including experienced RunSignup race directors looking to maximize the impact of technology, new race directors hoping to level up their knowledge, timers who want to support races beyond race timing. The emphasis will be RunSignup’s vast technology platform for race directors, while specific training on tools for timers will be offered at the annual Timer Education Summit in winter. Race directors do not have to be RunSignup customers to enroll.

“While we offer extensive online resources like webinars and how-tos, there is no replacement for in-person education,” said RunSignup CEO and Founder Bob Bickel. “RunSignup University gives us the opportunity to meet with race directors and timers face-to-face and work through real-world event challenges using technology and our collective knowledge base. We look forward to welcoming a new class in 2026!”

Early admission for RunSignup University 2026 is now open. Prospective students can review the preliminary class list, get started on prerequisites, and ask the AI University Advisor for assistance. For more information, visit: https://runsignup.com/university26

About RunSignup

RunSignup, an employee-owned company, is the leading event solution delivering the art of technology to endurance events and nonprofits. More than 39,000 events use our free and open platform to register over 12 million annual participants, raise more than $3 billion and grow their events. Our expertly crafted, open and all-in-one solution powers event revenue generation and supporter engagement through flexible registration, free event websites, free email marketing, integrated fundraising, and a suite of RaceDay Real-Time products. No subscriptions, no plans, no monthly fees.

To find out why customers like the Richmond Marathon, American Cancer Society, and RaceDay Events use RunSignup, visit www.runsignup.com