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Ethan Holmes: Running Hard Again

August 1, 2019

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Ethan Holmes
Consultant / Newman & Newman, LLC
The D10 Chicago
Fundraising goal: Team Newman ($25,000)
Marquee Event: 400 Meter Run (Goal: 0:52)

What is your primary motivator for competing in The D10 events?
Much of this for me was a return to my college playing days conditioning and athletic form. That was the initial self-interest at least. I had gotten out of my routine of daily workouts and running and my body was suffering from that.… Read More

Megan Knigge: Family, Children And Friends (My Big Three!)

July 29, 2019

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Megan Knigge
Managing Director / Deloitte
The D10 Chicago
Fundraising goal: Team Deloitte 2 ($6,000)
Marquee Event: 500M Row (Goal: 1:50)

What is your primary motivator for competing in The D10 events?
I love a challenge. Anytime and any place. Turning 40 only reinforced for me the need to push myself outside of my comfort zone. This includes events like The D10 that allow me to compete at my highest level.

How much of your motivation for participating in The D10 stems… Read More

Jarrod Shaw: I Run For Those That Can't Run, I Jump For Those That Can't Jump

July 26, 2019

W680 jarrod shaw vertical We invite you to get to know our amazing D10 Board Members. Jarrod Shaw sits on the Board of The D10 Chicago. An incredibly self-motivated man who understands the value of hard work.

There are two kinds of motivational speakers in this world: those who list the job title on their LinkedIn profiles, and those who motivate others by often quiet example. Count Jarrod Shaw in the latter category.

Jarrod Shaw can't relate an origin story for his own internal drive, he merely remembers when it clicked. In eighth grade, Jarrod took honors as an MVP and something inside him said quite strongly, "Success feels good." It… Read More

Kevin Ward: I Want Top Step On The D10 Chicago Podium

July 25, 2019

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D10 Chicago newcomer, Kevin Ward, has high hopes for his first Game Day. It's singular -- Top Male Athlete. Brash? Maybe. They teach brash at Iowa football. 

The former Iowa Hawkeye defensive and special teams standout drives himself when it comes to training for his inaugural D10 competition. He uses no coaches, no trainers, no workout partners. It's Kevin Ward against Kevin Ward, trying to overcome that D10 hurdle facing all former football players -- how the heck do you run an 800M?

Luckily for Kevin, before he added pounds for college ball, he was a… Read More

Matthew Burton: I'm So Serious About D10 Training, I Built An App

July 22, 2019

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The D10 Athlete Profile explores what brings competitors to The D10 playing field... and what they bring away from it. 

Matt Burton
QA Lead / Pixel Press
The D10 Chicago
Fundraising goal: ($2,019)
Marquee Event: Broad Jump (Goal: 11 feet)

What is your primary motivator for competing in The D10 events?
The core motivation for me is doing what I love, training and competing while helping the fight to cure children's cancer. It's such a natural win-win. There's nothing quite like what… Read More

Jason Ferreri: Defending His Executive Title In Chicago

July 22, 2019

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Jason Ferreri
Executive Vice-President / KAR Auction Services
The D10 Chicago
Fundraising goal: ($2.5K)
Marquee Event: Pull-Ups (Goal: 29 Reps)

What is your primary motivator for competing in The D10 events?
The cause, the camaraderie, and the competition. All three of these provide the incentive to come to compete yearly in The D10. 

How much of your motivation for participating in The D10 stems from its charitable mission?
A tremendous amount. The D10's mission to raise funds for pediatric cancer research is a…
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Mark Mol: Sweating At The D10 Philly In Honor Of His Amazing Cousin

July 17, 2019

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The fact of work-life: when the boss casually mentions his adorable daughter is selling Girl Scout Cookies, you‘re going home with three boxes of Tagalongs that day. And when the boss says he’s looking for a few good women and men to compete in a worthy sports charity event, and you’re an avid runner, you’re now on the list.
 
Such are the innocent beginnings of a great re-awakening for Mark Mol of Macquarie Investment Management in Philadelphia. Mark works at the sales desk. Smile and dial. Little did he know that an ingratiating nod to the higher-ups at his office would…
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The D10 Philly 2019 Program Is Here!

July 15, 2019

W680 phillyprogramcoverpagerev In 2019, The D10 expanded from four cities into multiple new markets across the country. Philadelphia is the first of these new D10 cities; the birthplace of our nation and bubble gum (colored pink quite by happenstance).

Philadelphia has moxie, grit, and most importantly, Philadelphians. Many of our outstanding NYC athletes hail from the Philly-area, now they have a D10 to call their own. This is the first year in Philly; we expect it to be a powerhouse for athletic prowess and pediatric cancer fundraising alike. 

Digital Game Day programs for Philly can be downloaded: HERE.

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The D10 Philly… Read More