Since our beginning in 2004, Pacers Events has evolved into the leading boutique race management company in the greater Washington D.C. area. Under the direction of Pacers Event Managing Partner, Kathy Dalby, our organization has created a collection of events focused on delivering a unique and exciting race experience for our participants.

Our company was formed after the hugely successful inaugural Gulf Coast Relief Run 5K, an event concept developed and executed only two and a half weeks after Hurricane Katrina. The event drew a crowd of over 4,000 participants, raised over $120,000 for relief efforts, and received local and national attention.

Pacers Events also offers management and timing services to area events. We work closely with clients to ensure the success of their event and develop packages that fit their individual needs and resources.

Timing & Scoring

We own the state-of-the-art IPICO timing tag system and can rent tags or create custom designed disposable/recyclable tags for your event. Our tag system is durable, customizable, affordable, and recyclable and is the preferred timing system of several national level road races.

We also use manual timing techniques for events not needing electronic timing. Manual timing is an economical timing solution for smaller charity events (less than 500) looking to maximize their fundraising.

Management

Pacers Events manages and assists several non Pacers-owned events each year. These events include: Arlington 9-11 Memorial 5K, GW Birthday 10K, BA 5K, Wilson Bridge Half Marathon , and the ACT-Run for the Rainforest 5K.

Management service packages are developed based on client needs and budgets and Pacers Events availability. Packages include full-service event management, first year race director programs, finish line management, and timing & scoring.

Interested in having Pacers Events help with your event? Please fill out our request for information form.

Pacers Events enjoys an extensive customer base and excellent relationships with local government agencies, regional area businesses, and national vendors. Our established retail presence and race management reputation in the greater Washington D.C. area is unmatched and attractive to event managers who seek to maximize the exposure of their events to potential participants and sponsors. Events that partner with Pacers Events are highlighted in our retail outlets and marketing, including e-blasts and website listings.

We work with a number of organizations and businesses in developing and managing events, covering a wide array of non-profit entities, corporations, and business chambers and development groups. Some of our partners include:

Municipalities

Arlington County Board, Police Department, Fire Department, and Sherriff's Office
City of Alexandria City Council, Police Department, Parks & Recreation, and Emergency Services
City of Fairfax City Council, Marketing Department, Police Department, and Emergency Services
George Mason University Police Department
Montgomery County Police Department, Special Events, and Parks Authority
National Park Service and US Park Police

Public-Private Partnerships & Business Organizations

ARLINGTON
Crystal City Business Improvement District
Clarendon Alliance
Rosslyn Business Improvement District
Arlington Economic Development
Arlington Chamber of Commerce

ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce
First Night Alexandria
Old Town Business & Professional Association

FAIRFAX
Fairfax City Chamber of Commerce
First Fairfax

SILVER SPRING
Downtown Silver Spring

Non-Profits & Sports Organizations

Alexandria Community Trust
Alexandria Police Youth Camp
Amazon Conservation Team
American Red Cross- Alexandria Chapter
Arlington Police Charitable Fund
Bishop Ireton High School
Boys & Girls Club - Alexandria/Olympic & Fairfax Chapter
Christ Church of Arlington/Doorways for Women
Colin Casey 3K Memorial Fund
Fairfax Police Youth Club
Friends of New Orleans
Girls on the Run of Montgomery County
Howard University Homecoming Committee
Kelley Cares Foundation
Laurel Methodist Church
March of Dimes- Suburban Maryland
Mothers Against Drunk Driving
National Kidney Foundation- National Capital Area
National Rehabilitation Hospital/National Children's Hospital
Police Week 5K Race Committee
Sydney Moss Fund
Targeting a Dream Fund
The Nature Conservancy
YMCA- Arlington
ZOOMA Women’s Race Series

Running Clubs

Potomac Runners
DC Road Runners
DC Capitol Striders/NOVA Running Club

Kathy Dalby Managing Partner

Kathy is the Founder and Managing Partner of Pacers Events. She holds a Masters of Public Health from George Washington University and has over a decade of experience in running specialty and event management. Since the company's inception, Kathy has developed over a dozen new race concepts and has built Pacers Events as the leading boutique race management company in the region serving over 100,000 registrants.

Committed to our community, Pacers Events and Pacers Running Stores - through the efforts of our staff, vendors, and partners- have raised well over $600,000 for local, regional, and national charities.

Lisa Hundley-Reeves Events Director

Lisa joined Pacers Events in 2008 and now serves as our full time Events Director, responsible for logistical oversight of Pacers road races and our partner events. Lisa has over 15 years of event and fundraising experience in both the for profit and non profit sectors.

Marc Davis Marketing & Promotions Director

Marc Davis joined Pacers Events in 2009 as the organization’s marketing and promotions director. Marc is the driving force behind Got Pace? Productions, Pacers/Pacers Events production and visual promotion arm.

Marc joined Pacers Events after working for the National Marathon & Greater Washington Sports Alliance for over four years. A 1996 Olympian in Track & Field, Marc resides in Reston, VA with his wife, Michelle, and two young children.

Pat Dalby Registrar & Finance Director

Pat Dalby oversees and processes over 35,000 registrations a year for Pacers Events and our clients and also manages the finances for the company. She is often the friendly face our runners have grown to recognize at our various packet pick up and registration events throughout the year. Pat is Kathy's mom and splits her time among D.C., California, and Colorado.

Kristen Hundley-Reeves Volunteer Director

Kristen serves as Pacers Events' Volunteer Director and oversees the recruitment, training, and deployment of volunteers and staff for all Pacers races. She also manages packet pick up, registration, and other logistics on behalf of Pacers Events management. Contact Kristen if you'd like to volunteer at our next event!

Don Grinder Operations Director

Don Grinder serves as Pacers Events Operations Director and is responsible for event operations. Prior to joining Pacers Events, Don served the citizens of Arlington County for over 20+ years and was the lieutenant in charge of special events for several years prior to his retirement in 2008.

On behalf of the Arlington County police department, Don managed county operations for events including the Marine Corps Marathon, Army Ten Miler, presidential inaugurations, the 9-11 memorial dedication, and several other large scale and security sensitive events. Don resides in McLean, VA with his wife and two children. Don also serves on the Arlington County Fair Board.

Our race day team consists of several individuals from varied backgrounds, including law enforcement, hospitality, military, law, and retail management. Our race day crew manages various race day tasks such as: timing, registration, set up, deployment, and finish line management.

Individuals interested in becoming part of the race day team must volunteer at two or more Pacers Events before consideration, must be available for at least five Pacers Events in the next twelve months - see a list of Pacers Races click here - and be willing to attend training outside of event hours. Please note that most event days start two to three hours before race start and end anywhere between two and five hours after race start.