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TeamFootWorks, producers of the highly anticipated 36th annual Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run Series presented by Turkish Airlines, has announced that registration opens Apr. 1 for the 2021 Miami race.
Following an unprecedented year that resulted in the runs going virtual for the first-time in the series’ storied history, the run/walk is expected to return for in-person participation this fall in Miami on Sept. 23. United Way, the race circuit’s long-time charity partner, once again will benefit from the runs, with $1 per Miami race participant being donated to Miami-Dade County chapter.
“We are thrilled to announce we’ve secured the dates for in-person events and have opened registration for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run race series,” said Laurie Huseby, race founder and director. “2020 proved to be a challenging year, and while we adapted, we can’t wait to enjoy ‘Florida’s Largest Office Party’ in-person this year. We’ve missed our loyal race participants, who, like us, have been eager for the face-to-face camaraderie and health and wellness support they’ve come to appreciate in these runs. And for those of you who wish to participate virtually with your team, we’ve got you covered.”
For the first-time, the race series the Miami run will take place in the fall,
On Thursday, Sept. 23, at 6:45 p.m., starting at Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd. Registration deadline is Aug. 11.
The Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run Series (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach) attracts participants from more than 1,200 South Florida companies and incorporates a special competition to award the overall male, female, and co-ed teams in 20 different industries.
The run is open to employees of businesses, corporations, government agencies, financial institutions and non-profit organizations. Known as “Florida’s Largest Office Party,” everyone is encouraged to join their company team to walk or run as a group. Beginners can “ease into exercise” with friends, gain inspiration and motivation to continue walking and running to improve overall health, while competitive runners have the opportunity to shine amongst their co-workers and lead the corporate team to victory. Often this is the first step towards greater health and wellness among South Florida employees and their companies.
The health and well-being of participants and teams remains of the utmost importance. The event will be is compliance with local, state and CDC health guidelines. Specific protocols and details will be announced closer to the event dates. For the latest and updated information please visit the Event’s website.
Sponsors of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run presented by Turkish Airlines include Mercedes-Benz USA, Turkish Airlines, Baptist Health, AvMed, Truist Bank, Atlantic Broadband Business, Miami Herald, Outfront Media, and WLRN.
Registration is $45 per team member (minimum of four full-time employees are required to field a team). For more information, contact TeamFootWorks at 305-666-RACE (7223) or visit www.mercedesbenzcorporaterun.com, www.facebook.com/MercedesBenzCorporateRun or www.teamfootworks.org.
