Jon Hughes
Co-Owner
Recognized as a leader in the sport of running, Jon began running competitively at Winter Park High, and continued running at Seminole Community College and Appalachian State. He has since completed 12 marathons, including Boston, Berlin, Chicago and Marine Corps. Since the late 1970’s, Jon has pioneered the organization of amateur athletic events, first in his home-base of Central Florida and today throughout the world. He has been recognized for his outstanding leadership and organizational achievements by the Florida Athletics Congress (USATF), the Pan American Junior Games, the Governor of Florida, and the Grand Bahamas Promotions Board. Jon was one of the youngest inductees into the Florida Track & Field Hall of Fame; admitted in 1987 at the age of 29. In 2008, he and his wife Betsy Hughes (Track Shack Co-owner) were inducted into the Running Event Hall of Fame, and the Running USA Hall of Champions in 2009. Also in 2009, Jon became a member of the Running USA Board of Directors. Jon has been the Race Director of the Walt Disney World Marathon since it’s inception in 1994. His expertise has led him all over the world.
Jon and Betsy and have two children, Emma and Christopher. Emma teaches Latin at Maclay School in Tallahassee and Christopher oversees the Track Shack Retail operations. They also have two beautiful granddaughters, one each from Emma and Christopher. His main hobby is still running. Running has also helped him in all aspects of his life - physically, emotionally and mentally. He also enjoy the beach and body surfing (he can’t skim anymore), the mountains (hiking with Betsy), reading periodicals and watching TV/Movies, or just having coffee with friends.
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Mahatma Gandhi – to strive toward world peace
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? Ted Lasso
What did you want to be when you grew up? Astronaut
Favorite race distance & why? Half Marathon – Half the run twice the fun!
Betsy Hughes
Co-Owner
Betsy began working at Track Shack in the late 70’s when there were just a handful of shoes on the wall to choose from. Fast forward to 1983, Betsy and Jon bought the store and property from his two partners. Jon and Betsy are truly a team, each with their own specialties and strong work ethic. Betsy credits Track Shack and Track Shack Events' success to the amazing people they have hired and surrounded themselves with, like Natalie Casey, Tom Ward, and Mike Zwer. Our business is selling shoes, but our passion is people.
Betsy started running when she was 14 years old; the only one of six siblings to do so. (This inspired her mother, who began her own running and hiking career at age 50!) Betsy and Jon have two amazing kids, Emma and Chris, and she loves being ‘Nana’ to Talia and Adrienne! In her spare time, she loves to read, spending time with Jon, catching up on life, often when on walks and hikes.
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Michelle Obama, I love all she stands for
If you were a superhero, what would your power be? Sue Storm, the Invisible Woman. You don’t always see her , but she’s always there making sure everything gets done
Favorite place to travel to? I love North Carolina but can’t wait to travel back to Scotland and Ireland
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Obviously, I love all our events but the Lady Track Shack 5k is special because it is just for ladies and a wonderful cause
Natalie Casey
Consulting Partner
A graduate of Florida Southern College (B.S. in Sports Management, 1986), Natalie is a 38-year sports marketing veteran who is dedicated to promoting, building, and serving healthy lifestyles and communities. For many years, she served as Track Shack's Vice President of Communications. Now transitioning from the day-to-day marketing operations, allows her to focus on press and publicity initiatives while contributing to Track Shack’s 50th anniversary celebration.
Her passions extend to her volunteer work with Southeastern Guide Dogs, an organization that provides guide dogs to visually impaired citizens so that they may enjoy more physically mobile lifestyles. She is proud to have successfully raised a working guide dog. As an outdoor enthusiast she has completed five marathons, one Ragnar Trail Relay, two Ironman 70.3 races and numerous races at various distances. Natalie lives in Winter Park with her husband Mark and has two grown children, who also share her commitment to a healthy lifestyle.
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Repelled off a mountain face in Alaska
Favorite ways to stay active (besides running)? Cycling, swimming, pickleball, paddleboarding and golf – in the morning!
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Frank Deford, he was a brilliant sports journalist and writer.
What did you want to be when you grew up? I always wanted to work in sports; first as a physical therapist and then I knew I wanted to work in events.
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Run for the Trees 5K because the course is so beautiful!
Michelle Maretti
Chief Operating Officer
Michelle L. Maretti serves as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Track Shack Events, bringing over 30 years of diverse experience in event management to the role. She joined Track Shack Events in 2016, following 16 years with runDisney. A long-time Central Florida resident, Michelle has been a part of the Orlando community since 1992, when she began her studies at the University of Central Florida. She has a lifelong passion for reading, with a special interest in history, and enjoys traveling with her family to visit historical places.
Favorite place to travel to? Brazil holds a special place for me, as my husband was born and raised in São Paulo, and my son is Brazilian-American. This connection gives me an immense affection for the culture and the people. As a history enthusiast, I am eager to explore the country’s vast diversity and rich history firsthand, and I am actively working to learn Portuguese!
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Stephen Curry because of his his rare combination of talent and humble leadership. Despite his immense success, he remains remarkably grounded, consistently focusing on the success of his team over his own accolades. His unselfish approach and visible dedication to his family and faith offer a powerful model for achieving greatness without arrogance.
What did you want to be when you grew up? A veterinarian due to my deep love for animals. However, the dream was quickly proven unrealistic because I am simply too squeamish to handle the medical realities of the job.
Chris Hughes
Vice President of Business Operations
Chris graduated from Florida State University in 2012 with a degree in Political Science and has worked as a running specialty store manager at two previous stops (1st Place Sports in Jacksonville and Capital City Runners in Tallahassee). His passion for the sport of running, the amazing people in the Central Florida running community, and the opportunity to help customers leave feeling better than they did when they came in is why he has been in the running industry since he was 16 years old and doesn't plan on leaving it! Chris is married to his amazing wife Audrey who is from Ottawa Ontario (Canada) and they have a beautiful daughter named Adrienne who is the center of their world. He loves running, lifting weights and is a self-proclaimed sports fanatic, especially when it comes to the Noles, Bucs and Magic!
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? Law and Order: Special Victims Unit
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Rode the Salt Lake City Olympic bobsled course in a bobsled on wheels during the summer
Favorite place to travel to? Rocky mountains (Utah/Colorado)
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Battle of the Bands 5K. I love the energy of the bands on the course and think it is the most overlooked/underrated course on our calendar!
Favorite race distance & why? Half marathon, it’s a great challenge/accomplishment but the training miles necessary still leave enough time in the schedule for a busy parent!
Nathan Adams
Retail Manager/Buyer
Nathan has been with Track Shack since June of 2003. Along with being one of the managers and buyer for the store, he also dedicates his time as the Five and Dime coach for the Track Shack Training Programs. Originally from Missouri, Nathan attended high school at Lyman High School in Longwood, FL then went on to college at Florida State University. While earning a degree in Physical Education and Health at FSU, Nathan also ran cross country and track for the Seminoles.
Running remains a huge part of Nathan's life as he now competes in marathons and one day plans to do ironmans. In his first marathon at the 2008 Oklahoma City Marathon, Nathan finished first overall! When he's not working, running, or coaching Nathan enjoys eating, watching sports, and spending time with friends and family. Current PR's include 5k-14:42, 10K-30:28, 15K-48:08, Half Marathon 1:11:23, Marathon 2:32:08.
If you were a superhero, what would your power be? I would want to be able to fly.
Favorite place to travel to? My favorite place to travel to is Boston. I love the running scene and the food!
What did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to be either a teacher or a police officer.
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? My favorite event is the Winter Park 10K. I love the 10K distance for racing because it requires both speed and endurance. The course gives you a little bit of everything from hills, beautiful scenery, and the weather is typically nice.
Are you a morning runner, evening jogger, or weekend warrior? I prefer running in the evening when my body is all warmed up!
Andres Fernandez
Retail Operations Manager
Andres had been working for Track Shack since 2009. On weekends you can find him off-roading with his Jeep andhanging out with his daughter and dog.
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Johnny Depp
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? Right now, Dexter.
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Skydiving.
Favorite race distance & why? 15K, Just the perfect distance.
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? Cycling
Are you a morning runner, evening jogger, or weekend warrior? Morning runner.
Kerrie Gregory
Community Outreach Coordinator
Kerrie is Track Shack's Outreach Coordinator and the director of our Galloway marathon and half marathon training program. You’ll also find her in the retail store, where she helps runners get the right fit for their shoes and is also the resident Brooks bra expert. She's a proud Orlando native — one of the few! She grew up here and earned her degree at UCF. In her free time, she loves traveling, going to concerts, and exploring restaurants around town.
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? FRIENDS is my guilty pleasure TV show. I’ve watched it countless times because it always makes me laugh and cry — and I never get tired of it!
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Winter Park 10K is my favorite race we host. The course is beautiful, and since it’s the final event of the Race Series, there’s a unique spark in the air that makes it extra special.
Favorite race distance & why? Half marathon. The training is manageable, you feel accomplished, and it's a great challenge.
How many marathons/half marathons have you completed? I have run 14 marathons, 5 ultras, and 32 halves. Retired? Maybe. Still chasing adventure? Always.
What’s your go-to song on your running playlist? I don't run with music often, but when I do, "Innerbloom" by Rufus du Sol is always first - It makes the first mile feel effortless.
Are you a morning runner, evening jogger, or weekend warrior? I'm a morning runner - it's the best way to wake up, feel accomplished, and enjoy the quietest roads. Most of my runs start and finish before the world is even awake.
Bruce Egeland
Retail Manager
Bruce joined the Track Shack management team in 2005 after working part time at the store for two years. Prior to that, he spent six years each managing a contract photo business at Sea World and managing a restaurant in Gainesville. Bruce's first retail job was at a running store in NJ while he was in college!
Bruce is a lifelong runner who loves the sport and outdoor activities. He's been happily married to Ceiça for over 18 years.
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Hiked the Tyndal Glacier in Rocky Mountain National Park when I was 23. Looking back on it some sections were scary dangerous.
Favorite place to travel to? Ceiça’s homeland Brazil
Favorite race distance & why? 15K - it seems to be the perfect test of speed and endurance.
How many marathons have you completed? 3 marathons including Boston 2004.
Matt Scarano
Retail Manager
Matt has been with Track Shack for over 4 years and is enjoying being back in Orlando. Connecting with staff and the running community every day are his favorite parts of being on the Track Shack team. In his spare time, you can find Matt scanning the record stores to improve his vinyl record collection, sitting on his balcony after work enjoying some of the few cooler Florida evenings, and hanging out in his favorite Orlando area neighborhoods with his wife and friends!
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Nicholas Cage. He just seems like he would have some crazy stories to share, and I’m a National Treasure nerd.
Favorite place to travel to? Wildwood, NJ. It is this quaint little island beach town on the Jersey Shore. I consider it my getaway spot all year round.
What did you want to be when you grew up? A big radio DJ. I’ve had the opportunity to do a little bit of that, and still like to record some sports and music shows with friends over the weekends.
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? Swimming. I have access to a great swimming pool, its fun and a nice alternative to running in the Florida heat.
Alicia Albert
Senior Event Director
Alicia oversees the planning and production of the premier running events for Track Shack Events. She began her career with Disney Sports Enterprises at ESPN Wide World of Sports before joining the runDisney Event Management Team, where she discovered her passion for road racing. Since then, she has managed operations for major events at both Walt Disney World® and Disneyland®.
Since joining Track Shack in 2015, Alicia has directed more than 16 annual races in the Orlando area and currently serves as Race Director for the runDisney portfolio, including Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend, one of the largest race weekends in the country. In 2024, she also served as Start Director for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Marathon in Orlando, a nationally celebrated event produced by Track Shack Events. Alicia is a New Jersey native and proud William Paterson University alum. She enjoys staying active and spending time with her two young daughters.
What did you want to be when you grew up? Like every good millennial, I wanted to be a marine biologist! Thank you, Free Willy, Lisa Frank stationery, and the ‘90s mantra that saving dolphins was basically a career path.
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? OUC Orlando Half Marathon is my favorite. There’s something thrilling about watching it grow, and I’m proud of our team’s focus on responsible, sustainable practices.
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? Basketball, soccer, skateboarding, darts… if it’s athletic, competitive, or both, I’m in!
What’s your go-to song on your running playlist? Pump It Up by Joe Budden was my college softball walk-up song and running hype track. Gets me to the plate and across the finish line.
Scott Hales
Director of Information Security & Technology
As a U.S. Air Force veteran with 20 years in the IT and Infosec field, Scott has honed my skills in cybersecurity, infrastructure resilience, and mission-critical systems under demanding conditions. His military background instilled discipline and adaptability, which have been invaluable in protecting digital assets and managing complex tech environments. As Director of IT for Track Shack, Scott enjoys the challenge - it means orchestrating secure and reliable technology for retail, registration, timing, and live race data. It's a high-energy role that blends logistical coordination with real time problem solving to support thousands of runners and spectators.
Growing up in Southern California gave Scott a love for sunshine, innovation, and hands-on creativity. He's always enjoyed tinkering with electronics, repairing gadgets and learning how things work from the inside out. When he's not building intricate LEGO sets, he's exploring new cultures and destinations around the world, always chasing the next adventure.
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Adam Savage from Mythbusters to geek out over his creative builds, behind-the-scenes stories from the show, and his passion for blending science with imagination.
What's the most adventurous thing you have done? Snowboarding across the Swiss, French, Austrian, and German Alps, which offered a thrilling blend of majestic peaks, diverse terrain, and rich alpine culture.
What did you want to be when you grew up? An astronaut so I could explore the vast unknown and touch the stars.
Annie Thompkins
Marketing Director
Born and raised in Haiti, Annie graduated from the University of Central Florida, where she was a member of the Cross Country and Track & Field team. Her passion for running led her to join Track Shack in September 2008, where she now oversees marketing and race registration. An avid runner, she has completed several half marathons and marathons, including the Boston Marathon in 2014. She holds several Haitian records for various running distances. When she’s not at work Annie enjoys spending time with her family.
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Hang gliding in Groveland, Florida!
Favorite place to travel to? Washington State; I’m obsessed with the mountains, the ocean, and that crisp, refreshing air.
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Lady Track Shack 5K; it’s the only Track Shack event I actually get to run, and the energy is just different. There’s something so powerful about women supporting women and taking over the road together.
Kim Bruno
Event & Operations Director
Kim has been coordinating large-scale athletic and running events for over 20 years and has enjoyed every minute of it! She has been an integral part of all the runDisney races, Peach Tree 10K, NYC Marathon, Lilac Bloomsday 12K, the Twin Cities Marathon, Charlotte Marathon and Half-Marathon, and helped develop and start an Obstacle Event series. Her expertise is in race coordination, course certification, event operational logistics, state-of-the-art equipment management, participant registration and much more.
She is a graduate of Lake Brantley High School and Flagler College. She enjoys running - both trail and road, biking, hiking, camping, spending time with friends and family, and takes any chance she can to get outside. It is her favorite place to be!
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? Law & Order SVU or FRIENDS
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Completed a 50-miler
Favorite place to travel to? Any national park
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? Cycling
Michele Ward
Timing Director
Michele started working with Track Shack Events in 2010 in the Timing Operations Division and later moved into the role of Timing Director. She is the Lead Timer/Scorer for all the runDisney events. She also oversees the inventory and maintenance of the timing equipment, and the training of the timing staff. On race day, you’ll find Michele in front of the computer making sure everything is working. Michele graduated from the University of South Florida with a B.A. in Management Information Systems. She has run several marathons (her first marathon was Medoc in France), and numerous half marathons. Michele enjoys traveling with her husband Tom, and spending time with her family, especially her four grandkids.
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? Watching the Hallmark Channel, especially the Christmas shows
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Hiked to the Subway in Zion National Park (10 hours up and back, lots of scrambling over rocks and uphill, but worth it for the view)
What did you want to be when you grew up? When I was in 3rd grade, I wrote a report that I wanted to be a teacher, but by high school I had changed my mind. Didn’t like unruly students.
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? Playing with the grandkids. Enjoy hiking and walking around new places that we visit.
Jason Matthews
Course Director
Jason has been working with Track Shack for 15 years as Day of Race Staff and was recently promoted to Course Director for RunDisney. Previously, he worked with Disney for 15 years, producing a variety of events. Outside of event managing, Jason has a busy home life, with six kids at home ranging from14 years to 1 year-old.
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Shaq. I admire his leadership skills and bringing a balanced approach of combining humor with seriousness.
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? Documentaries.
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Having a large family.
What did you want to be when you grew up? Event planner
Katelyn Presti
Senior Event Manager
Katelyn, originally from Janesville, WI, holds a Master of Arts in Sports & Recreation Management from Kent State University. Her career in the running industry began with DMSE Sports, Inc., sparking her passion for road race management. Previously the Race Director for the Publix Savannah Women’s Half Marathon & 5K and the Enmarket Savannah Bridge Run, she now serves as Track Shack Events’ Senior Event Manager and as Finish Director and Staging Director for runDisney’s renowned Orlando events. An avid runner herself, Katelyn has completed 19 marathons, including Boston, NYC, and Chicago. In her free time, she enjoys Orangetheory Fitness, playing tennis, Disney Park hopping, and spending time with her dog, Benji.
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Des Linden, she’s my favorite athlete!
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? Schitts Creek
If you were a superhero, what would your power be? Ability to communicate with animals
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? Orangetheory Fitness & Tennis
Karen Amidon
Senior Marketing Manager
Karen began her running journey in 2010 with the Walt Disney World Marathon—a milestone that sparked her love for combining the magic of Disney with the thrill of running. Since then, she’s proudly completed multiple Goofy and Dopey Challenges, embracing both the fun and endurance these adventures demand.
A creative at heart, Karen thrives on bringing imagination and structure together. She holds a B.A. in Advertising & Graphic Design and brings over six years of marketing and agency experience to her work. Originally from the outskirts of Rochester, NY, Karen now spends her downtime enjoying cozy snuggles with her beloved ridgeback pups.
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? SURVIVOR and Criminal Minds
What’s your go-to song on your running playlist? HIGH HOPES by Panic! At the Disco
Are you a morning runner, evening jogger, or weekend warrior? Morning, if I can roll out of bed.
Dave Wolfe
Business Development Manager
Dave joined Track Shack in 2023 after building his career in corporate partnerships with Orlando City Soccer Club and UCF Athletics. He brings over 13 years of experience in the sports industry, including roles with the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Aspire Group at Rutgers University. Dave grew up in Pittsburgh and graduated from Slippery Rock University in 2013 with dual degrees in sport management and communication and now serves as a Board Member on the Alumni Advisory Board. When not at Track Shack, he enjoys hiking with his wife and their dog, exploring the local food scene, and traveling. He is also a passionate Formula 1 fan (Go Papaya!).
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Valtteri Bottas, F1 Driver, There really is no more unique personality on the F1 grid than Bottas. He is the most laid back, doesn’t take himself too seriously, is a competitive biker as a side hustle and owns his own Gin brand. He’s a fascinating human being off the grid as much as he is a talent on it, and I think it would be one of the most fun and interesting dinners I could have.
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? The Harry Potter Series
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Bungee swing off a bridge in Scotland
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Park Avenue 5K, I love the food festival and how many local establishments we have the pleasure of working with during that event.
Inez Almestica
Event Services Manager
Inez is a 25-year sports volunteer manager who is dedicated on build strong relationship with community groups and individual volunteers. She started her Volunteer Management career at the Walt Disney World Resort, runDisney team in 1998 where she recruited, trained and managed over 9K community volunteers. In her current role, Inez assists with event operation support for Track Shack Events. Her role focuses on-site support to ensure successful event execution. She enjoys talking to people and building strong relationships, reading and raising her 18-year-old daughter. Outside of work she enjoys the company of her family and friends where she loves to cook and have a good time.
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? NCIS
If you were a superhero, what would your power be? Healing power
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Smile Mile, because it is a kids race!
Favorite race distance & why? 5K - fast and easy.
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? House cleaning and walking my dog.
Caitlin Waldmiller
Administration Manager
Caitlin joined the Track Shack team back in 2013 and has held many different roles since then, ranging from packet pick-up, day of race crew, and office administration. When not in the office or at the events, she enjoys spending time with my nieces and nephews, baking, or heading to Disney. She also loves snuggling with my cat. When the cool weather finally comes to Florida, she ventures outside to soak it all in.
What is the most adventurous thing you have done? Travel cross country to visit national parks, including going to the top of the Gateway Arch, driving thru the floods in the mid-west (that was terrifying), and horseback riding at Mt Rushmore and Yellowstone.
Favorite Place to Travel to? North Carolina (Charlotte and surrounding areas)
Favorite Track Shack event and why? Reindeer Run because I LOVE Christmas and it is a cute fun event for the family that involves dashing through the wonderous land of marine life.
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? Walking (when cooler out) and Barre Method
What did you want to be when you grew up? Wildlife trainer (specifically Orcas, Dolphins, Snow leopards, and other big cats)
Autumn Lockhart
Business Development Coordinator
Autumn was raised here in Florida and attended Penn State University to earn a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology and a minor in marketing/business. Her love of people and being in the sales/marketing world has brought her all around the Orlando area to Under Armour Marketing and Cirkul Field Marketing before joining us here at Track Shack! When Autumn isn’t working, you can find her playing soccer, taking photos, or traveling the world. She has been to 20 different countries!
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? 100% - Gossip Girl!
Favorite place to travel to? Portugal specifically the city of Evora
What did you want to be when you grew up? I originally wanted to be a Clinical Therapist
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? I play soccer 5 times a week for an adult league and it’s a huge passion of mine!
Nolan McDonald
Event Coordinator
Nolan is an Orlando native and graduated with a B.S. in Sports Management at the University of Florida in 2021. He was a track and field student manager for 3 years while studying at UF. Prior to joining Track Shack Events, Nolan worked with the Greater Orlando Sports Commission including working with the VIP Hospitality Events 2024 U.S. Olympic Marathon trials in downtown Orlando with the Sports Commission. Nolan began as an Event Coordinator with Track Shack Events in September 2024. In his personal time, loves spending time with his two dogs and three cats. Nolan also plays in local slow pitch softball leagues and enjoys attending concerts with friends and family.
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Studied abroad in the Dominican Republic during the summer of 2019, learning Spanish along the way.
Favorite place to travel to? Colorado! I grew up there for some years as a child and love every opportunity to go back and visit.
What did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to play second base for the Colorado Rockies.
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Battle of the Bands 5K. I love listening to small rock, alternative, and indie artists and love combining my passion with Track Shack Events.
Bella Wittman
Marketing & Outreach Coordinator
Bella is from Orlando, FL and graduated with a B.S. in Sports Management from Georgia Southern University. Her passion for creating memorable experiences and bringing creative ideas to life has been the driving force of her previous involvement with the Eagle Nation Collective & within the collegiate athletics space.
As a lifelong Track Shack participant, she’s excited to now be part of the team behind the scenes. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her trying out new coffee shops, planning her next weekend getaway, or relaxing by the pool.
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Paris Hilton, easy! She is the original influencer & girl boss - I have endless questions for her. She also has the cutest dogs & I would love to meet them.
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve done? Getting my scuba diving certification. My most adventurous dive was in an old shipwreck!
What did you want to be when you grew up? A "Rockstar Dentist", which is exactly how it sounds. I wanted to be a dentist by day and a pop star by night.
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Reindeer Run! It is always the nicest weather and running through SeaWorld during Christmas time (my favorite season!) is so much fun.
Karla Kellogg
Marketing Coordinator
Josh Cheney
Social Media Coordinator
Originally from Atlanta, Josh worked in freelance digital content creation and social media before earning his B.S. in Business Administration and Marketing. Now living in Orlando, he has run multiple Track Shack and runDisney races and is honored to be working at Track Shack Events, where he can combine his love for running and social media. Outside of work, Josh loves being outdoors, whether running, biking, hiking, or spending the day at the beach. He also enjoys catching Orlando Magic games!
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? The OUC Orlando Half Marathon and Orlando Magic 5K are my favorites! The OUC Half is such a signature Orlando race and I love the energy downtown.
Favorite race distance & why? My favorite race distance is a 10K. For me they are the perfect balance, short enough to keep it fun but not long enough to be too much of a challenge!
Are you a morning runner, evening jogger, or weekend warrior? Morning! Starting my day with a run keeps me energized throughout the day and helps me feel productive. My favorite runs are long runs on early Saturday mornings.
Favorite place to travel to? Anywhere hot with a beach or water. I’m not a fan of the cold!
Daniela Harp
Office Administrator
Daniela joined Track Shack following a 10-year career break during which she was a stay-at-home parent. As Office Administrator, she serves as the primary point of contact for participant inquiries before, during, and after our events, and she loves being part of such an energetic and inspiring community! Outside of work, Daniela is married to her husband, whom she's known since middle school, and they are raising three teenage boys—never a dull moment! She's passionate about health, movement, and finding joy in staying active.
What's your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (no judgment, please!).
If you were a superhero, what would your power be? Strength—because strength is beautiful, empowering, and essential in so many aspects of life.
Favorite race distance & why? Running is my go-to outlet, and the half marathon is my favorite distance—it’s just the right balance of challenge and endurance.
Favorite Track Shack event & why? The OUC Half Marathon holds a special place in my heart for its scenic course and (usually) perfect non-Florida weather.
Ceiça Egeland
Bib Pickup Lead
Ceiça has been with Track Shack Events since January 2008. In her role, she keeps the Bib Pickup area organized and ready for race participants, including tagging, assigning and labeling bibs, and organizing the shirts by sizes. During the pick up, she focuses on welcoming the athletes with a helpful and positive attitude, providing information about the race and distributing race materials.
Ceiça holds a degree in Bilingual Executive Secretarial from Newton Paiva University in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. She worked as a secretary in a Law Firm for many years before coming to to the United States to improve her English skills. She has been married to Bruce for eighteen years. In her spare times, she enjoys baking and cooking, taking care of her plants, listening to music and going to the movies.
What celebrity would you want to have dinner with and why? Kate Middleton, I admire her elegance, her fashion and how strong she is.
Favorite Track Shack Event & why? Lady Track Shack because it was my first race ever.
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? I like doing Zumba!
What’s your go-to song on your running playlist? Levitating by Dua Lipa
Hannah Holmes
Social Media Intern
Hannah is a third-year business and professional communications student at UCF. She joined Track Shack Events in May 2025 as a Social Media Intern. She loves going to concerts and theme parks as often as possible. She also loves writing, painting and playing tennis!
What’s your guilty pleasure TV show or movie? Pitch Perfect
If you were a superhero, what would your power be? Freezing time. Time is the one thing I always wish I had more of!
Favorite place to travel to? Rhode Island, where my family is from. The cooler weather is the best part!
Favorite way to stay active (besides running)? Playing tennis. I’m on the Club Tennis Team at UCF and have loved the sport for my whole life.