Flying Pig Marathon Named Sports Champion of Economic Impact
For the second year in a row, the Flying Pig Marathon and Visit Cincy have been recognized as Sports Champions of Economic Impact for generating nearly $46 million dollars each year for the Greater Cincinnati economy.
Awarded by Sports Destination Management, the sports champions are selected for contributing to the more than $114 billion in total economic impact created by sporting events around the country. This includes $47.1 billion in direct spending and 665,000 jobs in sports tourism.
In recognizing the Flying Pig Marathon, Sports Destination Management said, “The Flying Pig Marathon is more than a race. It is a Cincinnati tradition, economic engine and philanthropic force. The event generates millions in regional economic impact, supports 300+ charities and raises more than $19 million for community causes. The Flying Pig uses sport to promote health, inclusion, tourism and civic pride across Greater Cincinnati.”
“We are honored to be recognized by Sports Destination Management,” said Doug Olberding, CEO of Pig Works. “Flying Pig weekend has grown from a one-day event into a weekend celebration of athletes of all abilities. We are indebted to the thousands of runners, walkers and spectators who come to Cincinnati each spring and participate.”
About Pig Works:
Pig Works is a Cincinnati-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to creating community road races and events that welcome participants of all abilities while giving back to local charities. As the parent organization of the Flying Pig Marathon—the 13th largest running festival in the United States—and its sister events like the Queen Bee Half Marathon, Pig Works hosts more than 50,000 annual participants. Since 1999, the organization has helped raise over $17 million for more than 300 charities and generates an estimated $10 million in annual economic impact for the Greater Cincinnati region. Pig Works is currently expanding its footprint by building a new community hub focused on regional movement and wellness. Learn more or get involved at www.flyingpigmarathon.com.
About Sports Destination Management: Sports Destination Management is written for the largest audience of sports event managers and tournament directors in the sports tourism market and maintains a focus on the important issues surrounding event location decisions and event management. With content from experts and thought leaders, SDM provides in-depth coverage of sports event planning and execution through incisive and relevant articles as well as insightful, real-world case studies showcasing best practices and successful event production.
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