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STAFF
Our experienced team has been a part of thousands of events.
Gavin Mc Kiernan
Director
Gavin has led a variety of events from concept, to follow through and everything in between.
His past work includes a variety of roles for other events and event management companies. He oversaw a 40% increase in sign ups for the Inland Empire’s largest endurance event, worked on auctions and golf tournaments that grossed over $400,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs, and conducted fundraising dinners in cities across the country for non-profits and political campaigns.
Gavin specializes in marketing, branding and event design as well as working with non-profits with limited resources and helping them create events that are fun, memorable and profitable.
Tam Premsrirath
Ambassador Coordinator
Running has found its way into Tam’s life at every turn.
In 2022 she did her first 10K, was hooked and immediately joined a club to train for a marathon . She has since run more than 30 marathons and 115 half marathons. These days, when she isn’t crossing a Mercury Events finish line, most of her runs are on trails where she has run seven 50ks, several 30ks and even a 24-hour race (completing 52.5 miles). When she can’t run, she will volunteer at trail race aid stations.
At “A Running Experience Club” in Long Beach, she has volunteered to lead training groups, organize club races and other events.
Tam became a teacher in the Lennox School District before becoming a runner. But running quickly found a home there as well, where she runs with her 5th graders leading an annual progressive marathon program.
For Mercury Events, she worked on High Tide Runs events as a timer and became Ambassador Coordinator in September 2023
Stephanie Sanchez
High Tide Runs Event Director
With her infectious personal energy and unparalleled organizational prowess, Stephanie brings a vibrant spirit to every event. Her passion for running and unwavering upbeat attitude infuses each race with positivity and enthusiasm. Stephanie’s deep understanding of event management complexities ensures smooth operations, while her ability to motivate both staff and athletes fosters a sense of camaraderie and determination throughout the event.
Ara Agopian
Technology Consultant & Webmaster
Ara and his company contribute to Mercury Events by designing this site and other event websites to maximize the first impression on potential participants and sponsors.
Ara Has been in business since 1999 Some of his teams recent projects include: Branding, business cards, brochures, posters, trade show graphics, ecommerce websites, online and print catalogs, flyers, display designs, vehicle wraps, menus, package designs and other promotional graphics.
Kate Olsen
Organic Social Media
Kate’s love of running began 26 years ago. Now, a passionate ultrarunner and community builder, she leads group runs throughout LA and created LA Running Connoisseur, a widely used online resource to help runners plug into the local scene. At Mercury Events, she brings that same energy to the digital space, using social media to celebrate the races, the runners, and the shared experience of showing up. For Kate, race day is about joy, grit, and the powerful connections built through the sport she loves.
Social Squib
Paid Social Media
Social Squib was founded in 2016 by Anne Popolizio, who mastered her marketing skills in sailing schools in southern California. Today, Social Squib specializes in paid social media and prides itself on balancing high quality creative content with strong data analysis for optimal ad performance. Anne loves running, is an avid sailor, and a proud Georgetown graduate.
Steve Jackson/Lorena Costagliola
EMT Services
