The Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) has announced that is seeking to hire a new executive director to replace David Patt, the outgoing executive director. Patt was with CARA for 15 years and was instrumental in the creation of several of its training programs and initiatives including marathon training, retail partnerships and website expansion. He also expanded sponsorship activities and the association's role in advocating for safer running environments. Patt is leaving the organization to pursue other opportunities.

The board of directors is looking for someone with a minimum of 10 years marketing and association management experience. CARA, the Midwest's largest running organization, was founded more than 25 year ago to serve the Chicago area running community. Since then it has evolved into the runner's advocate resulting in enhanced networking for recreational and competitive runners.

"David came along at a time when CARA needed a strong administrative and fiscal manager who could direct the Association," says Tom Moran, president, CARA board of directors. "During his tenure, CARA doubled membership and trained more than 20,000 runners for short and long distance racing goals. The board appreciates his dedicated service."

More details will be available from the Chicago Area Runners Association. Anyone interested in the position can send questions and/or resume to CARAsearch@hotmail.com

For more information on CARA visit www.cararuns.org