Running Industry Alliance (RIA) is delighted to confirm Sportograf as Official Photography Partner and Global Partner for The Running Conference presented by haku 2026 (TRC26), returning to the conference for a second year.
Taking place from 6th to 8th December 2026 at Burleigh Court, Loughborough University, UK, TRC26 marks the fifth edition of The Running Conference and is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet, bringing together RIA Members from across the UK, Ireland, Europe and beyond.
Sportograf is a leading provider of race-day photography, renowned for capturing the raw emotion, energy and unforgettable moments of endurance sport. Combining technical expertise with a genuine passion for sport, the company provides high-quality, participant-focused imagery and seamless digital delivery across some of the world’s leading endurance events.
Following a successful partnership at TRC25, Sportograf returns to TRC26 with its team once again capturing the people, conversations, connections and moments that make The Running Conference such an important annual meeting point for the running industry.
Together with its sister company, MarathonFoto, the two brands photograph more than 2 million athletes globally, bringing significant international scale, experience and insight from across the endurance sports landscape.
For RIA, the partnership represents more than photography. Sportograf’s ability to capture the people and stories behind sport reflects the community at the heart of The Running Conference powered by haku, an event built around connection, collaboration, shared insight and the relationships that help move the industry forward.
Becs Richardson, CEO of Running Industry Alliance (RIA), commented:
“We are thrilled to welcome Sportograf back for TRC26 and to continue what has become a really strong partnership.
“Sportograf understands the emotion, energy and community that sits behind participation in sport, and that makes them a brilliant fit for The Running Conference. Last year they captured so many of the moments that brought our Members together, and we’re looking forward to seeing that brought to life again across TRC26.
“As we celebrate our fifth conference, TRC26 is bringing together an increasingly international RIA community, and it’s fantastic to have Sportograf with us again to capture the people, conversations and connections that make the event what it is.”
Benedikt Biesemeier, CEO of Sportograf, added:
“We’re proud to continue our partnership with The Running Conference and to support RIA in delivering another exceptional annual member event.
“Our team is looking forward to being back at TRC26 and documenting the moments that matter across three days of industry insight, connection and celebration. As sports enthusiasts ourselves, it is exciting to be in the room with so many key industry figures and organisations from across the running community, and to deliver the very best photography and experience for everyone involved.
“We are delighted to be part of the fifth edition and look forward to capturing another memorable TRC.”
The Running Conference presented by haku 2026
TRC26 takes place for RIA Members from 6th to 8th December 2026 at Burleigh Court, Loughborough University, UK.
The fifth edition of The Running Conference will bring together the RIA community for three days of industry insight, connection, collaboration, networking and experience, with a programme designed around the issues and opportunities shaping the future of running.
Highlights include:
- Curated industry content featuring keynote sessions, panels, workshops and roundtable discussions
- Global and international industry perspectives
- Track Stars, bringing together leading voices from across the running world
- Pop-Up Discovery Spaces (PUDS)
- Networking and evening industry celebrations
- Triathlon Industry Conference powered by GiveWheel (TIC26) taking place alongside TRC on Monday 7th December
- Running experiences and opportunities to connect with fellow RIA Member
And much more to be announced
TRC26 is exclusive to RIA Members, creating a trusted business-to-business (B2B) environment where the running industry can come together, share intelligence, build relationships, do business and help shape what comes next.
Join the RIA business community at TRC26
TRC26 event, ticketing and accommodation information has been shared with RIA Members.
RIA Membership applications remain open for organisations looking to join the community and attend TRC26.
Annual RIA Membership includes one guaranteed ticket to TRC26, alongside access to RIA’s wider programme of Membership benefits, events, RIA running industry data including the exclusive Endurance Sport Survey, Member connection and industry initiatives.
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www.runningindustryalliance.com/membership/
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www.therunningconference.com/
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