NYRR Event Mobile Apps

Mobile AppsEvent TechnologyUser Experience

Managed development of Webby Award-nominated marathon mobile apps serving 400,000+ users for major running events.

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Recognition & Awards

  • 🏆Webby Award Winner - Best Innovation in Fitness Tracking

The Challenge

NYRR needed a seamless mobile experience for marathon and half-marathon participants and spectators, delivered within strict event-driven deadlines.

The Solution

Partnered with TCS as the primary external developer and coordinated with additional vendors specializing in design and course tracking. The apps provided event participants and spectators with digital tools to enhance their race experience across both iOS and Android platforms.

My Role

As project manager, coordinated between TCS (external developer) and multiple internal NYRR departments, managed vendor relationships for design and course tracking features, drove project timelines aligned with scheduled marathon and half-marathon dates, and established management processes adopted by successor teams.

Outcomes & Results

  • Webby Award for best innovation in fitness tracking
  • Regular appearance in top downloads of Sports category on App Store
  • Sustainable processes established for annual event delivery
  • Enhanced experience for 400,000+ users

Technologies Used

iOS
Android
Course Tracking
Fitness APIs

Project Gallery

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