Hello and welcome to 5KPM.
This blog is one of the elements which will be used to document the Closter, NJ 5k run/walk event as a formal project. My involvement with the event dates to 2010 when I first ran the race. Participating in this 5k was a goal which I’d trained to achieve in order to help maintain good health and because I enjoy running with friends.
My first running of the event was also my last. Since 2011 I’ve been a volunteer, and then a co-race director. In addition to help plan the event, I also help out along the course on race day. As a result of volunteering, and running my first marathon in 2011, I actually haven’t had a chance to run the Closter 5k a second time.
As it happens, the planning for the 36h edition of the Closter 5k, and my upcoming Project Management certification are occurring in tandem. The application of principles and lessons from the Project Management Body Of Knowledge, (5th Edition) will give the project a structure for future events, and serve as a study and application tool as I prepare for my PMP certification later in 2017.
Additionally, this project will be a durable record of planning, managing, and conducting the event which can be used for future similar events. “Project-izing” the event will will also demonstrate my developed Project Management skills to potential employers as I look for new opportunities, by supporting my operational and functional management experience.
The blog, related documents, posts, and discussions, will appear under the banner of 5KPM - Project Management For Road Racing. This is part of my longer-term plan to help other people, other Race Directors make their events, um, run better. Posts will appear periodically as the project planning occurs and closes, and as my studies continue. The actual date of the 2017 Closter 5k is Sunday, September 3. This project will close September 18, when the last of the thank you letters to sponsors are sent, the final bills are paid, and the last trophies are given to the participants. Maybe you’ll register?
In the meantime, and throughout this project, I welcome suggestions and constructive criticisms.
Thanks and have a great day.
Contact:
Contact:
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenlornemiller
5KPM Linked Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8591204
5KPM Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/5KPM-1835352230014496/
Closter 5k Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClosterLaborDay5k/
Closter 5k on Closter Recreation: http://www.closterrec.com/closter-5k-runwalk.html
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