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Mary Wittenberg - Leadership, Legacy, and Leveling the Running Playing Field

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Mar 26, 202651:12

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Mary Wittenberg, former New York Road Runners President and CEO, joins Set the Pace this week as part of our celebration of Women’s History Month. After becoming a partner at a law firm in New York City, she pivoted to pursue her passion for sports, joining New York Road Runners in 1998. A dedicated runner, she won the 1987 Marine Corps Marathon and competed in the 1988 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. During her tenure, Mary guided NYRR and the New York City Marathon through a decade of significant growth and in 2002 was part of a pivotal decision to introduce a women-only professional start ahead of the men, giving them more visibility with the spectators and news media. In recognition of Women’s History Month, Mary reflects on the continued need for greater equity in sports, noting that while progress has been made, there is still more work to do to ensure equal opportunities for women on the playing field.

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When was this episode published?: March 26, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 51 min.
What podcast is this from?: Set the Pace. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: Set the Pace covers running. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.