Who we are and why we do it

HFP Racing was founded in 1989 and is a leader in the industry of multisport management and marketing with over twenty (20) regionally owned and operated multisport and special events.

HFP Racing is one of the largest promoters of multisport events in the Midwest and boosts a customer base of nearly 16,000. Known for innovative events like the American Triple-T and specializing in long distance triathlons like the Great Buckeye Challenge, MedExpress Mountaineer Triathlon and the Toyota Challenge at Deer Creek. HFP Racing has produced over 500 events in the last 20 years. As HFP Racing recognizes the ever changing arena of multisport, it will continue to introduce new events while simultaneously supporting the progress of events currently on the schedule.

The HFP Racing crew – the people behind the scenes

HFP is blessed with a core of dedicated and talented people that share the same passion for multisport. We constantly strive for improvement to bring you the best quality events/venues throughout the country. Below, are just some of the “family” that keeps HFP Racing moving at race pace all year long.

	Shannon Kurek :: Founder, Father, and Passionate Triathlete Shannon has always had a passion for racing ever since his very first “biathlon” in 1987 while in high school. While attending The Ohio State University in 1989 Shannon created Health and Fitness Promotions, which would later become HFP Racing. For more than 20 years Shannon has been a hands-on race director while simultaneously fueling his passion for racing. Don’t be surprised on race morning to catch Shannon covered in sweat and his shoes covered in orange paint as he tirelessly finishes up last minute race details while preparing himself to jump into the race and join the fun.
	Jennifer Kurek :: Co-Founder, Mother, and Ultimate “Get-R-Done” Lady Behind every great man is usually a great woman. There is no exception when it comes to Jennifer. Jennifer oversees all the operational staff and keeps Shannon in line while balancing her fulltime commitment to their three children (Henry, Madeline, and Ezra). With the kids getting old enough to travel, look for this fast moving redhead (chasing around a Motley Crew of children) to be on-site at many races in 2009 and bringing her dynamic personality to the events.
	Gregg Slayton :: Graphic Designer Extraordinaire, Father, and Master Triathlete Know by many as that “super fast tattooed guy” at all the HFP races. Gregg has single handedly designed every HFP Racing race logo, race t-shirt, Team HFP uniform and HFP event guide for more than 10 years. Gregg has completed 6 Ironmans and is a 2-time Ironman Hawaii finisher with an Ironman PR of 9:39:31 (IM FL) and 9:52:42 (IM HI). His latest HFP task was a complete overhaul of the HFP Racing website in an unbelievable three weeks time – yet again another PR.
	Rich Fowler :: Race Announcer, Father, and the Official voice of HFP Racing At every HFP Racing event the pre-race mood is dictated by the enthusiastic and trusting voice of Rich Fowler. Rich is entertaining while simultaneously being very informative as participants finish their final race preparations and get ready to race. As an avid Triathlete, look for Rich to lay down the mic on many occasions and jump in the race himself. His wife Machelle and Rich's two children are also important HFP "family" members that make major contributions at every HFP Racing event.

Interested in joining our team?

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