“We exist to collectively assist our members to drive the running industry forward to improve the Sport & Business of Running”
Running Industry Alliance (RIA)
"Running Industry Alliance (RIA) is an independent, member-based national trade organisation serving the UK and Ireland running industry – with a growing global reach."
Running Industry Alliance is the organiser of The Running Conference presented by haku
Powered by our Members.
Driven by Collaboration.
Ready for the Future.
Running Industry Alliance (RIA) unites ten defined sectors of the running industry, including Brands, Retailers, Events, Charities, Communities, Media, Distributors & Agents, Buying Groups, Service Providers, Suppliers, and NGBs/NGOs - across the UK and Ireland, with growing connections and fast-track bridges to and from Europe and internationally. This dynamic network fosters continuous conversation to galvanise, align, elevate, inform, educate, collaborate, and advance the industry at home and abroad.
RIA creates an amplified voice for the sector and drives focus and purpose through a thriving business community and supportive ecosystem. Members benefit from increased visibility, fast-track growth opportunities, and immediate access to a like-minded network across all sectors and geographies.
With dedicated focus areas for development, shared recruitment opportunities, peer-to-peer support, valuable industry insights, and tailored education, RIA powers momentum, connection, and progress for its Members - and for the future of the running industry.
RIA Members
Running Industry Alliance unites ten defined sectors of the running industry, including Brands, Retailers, Events, Charities, Communities, Media, Distributors & Agents, Buying Groups, Service Providers, Suppliers, and NGBs/NGOs - across the UK and Ireland, with growing connections and fast-track bridges to and from Europe and internationally.
RIA is incredibly proud to showcase all our Members who have joined since our launch on 17th January 2022.
A huge thank you to the 350+ RIA Members and industry leaders who make up this thriving community.
Your support and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.
RIA Alliance Partners
At Running Industry Alliance (RIA), our Alliance Partnerships are a core part of our mission - building meaningful, strategic relationships that connect the running industry across the UK, Ireland, Europe, and internationally.
These partnerships are powerful bridges, designed to give our Members faster, more effective access to global markets, insights, and collaborative opportunities. From cross-sector innovation to shared learning, insights and international alignment, Alliance Partnerships help our community stay ahead.
Together, we strengthen the running industry ecosystem - fostering trust, unlocking new opportunities, and accelerating growth for all.
Running Industry Alliance (RIA)
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At the heart of what we do, a connected, collaborative business ecosystem
Running Industry Alliance (RIA) is a member-based independent national trade - business to business (B2B) - alliance built for purpose for the UK & Ireland Running Industry with global reach.
“We exist to collectively assist our Members to drive the Running Industry forward to improve the Sport & Business of Running”
RIA is a network that brings together various sectors of the Running Industry (defined as ten verticals) into a continual conversation to galvanise, align, elevate, inform, educate, collaborate and advance.
RIA creates an amplified voice, drives focus and purpose through a thriving business community and supportive eco-system.
RIA provides its Members with a spotlight for visibility and fast-track growth potential by immediate network support with like-minded fellow Members across sectors. Along with focus areas for development, recruitment sharing opportunities, immediate industry connection potential, education opportunities, industry insights and fellow peer-to-peer support, RIA creates positive energy, drive and momentum between and for its Members of the Running Industry.
RIA also offers a range of purpose-built benefits, bridges in and out of the UK, Ireland and globally through Alliance Partnerships as well as networking opportunities for its Members. There are various RIA Member in-person meet up events held in a safe business space environment including trade events, gatherings, pop-ups, annual RIA Members conference and other opportunities across the year.
Merger with Triathlon Industry Association (TIA) - At the centre of this collaboration, RIA is extending a commitment to support the triathlon industry. The goal of RIA x TIA is to foster synergy, industry connections and drive growth for both organisations, with running being a natural connection between them.
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Flagship and partner events that bring the industry together to connect, collaborate and grow.
Includes The RIA Spring Gathering and annual The Running Conference.
Includes The TIA Spring Gathering and annual Triathlon Industry Conference.
Access to buying group and alliance events by invite or application with special rates - see calendar
Assisted meet opportunities at other B2B conferences and events in Europe and USA.
RIA Online Socials are monthly rotating insights and practical learning with sessions around Canva, linkedIn, ChatGPT and more.
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Industry-specific research, trends and insights that inform business decisions in RIA and TIA.
National Running Report
The Mass Participation Pulse
TIA Reporting
Global Insights with collaborative approach
Cross industry reporting
More to be unveiled with FIRST LOOK at The Running Conference 2025
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Recognising excellence and innovation across 12 categories, powered by the industry and consumers.
Collaboration with England Athletics / Run Events and industry partners.
More details to be unveiled for 2025