Black Star Marathon is more than just an organization: It is a community of people who share a common vision of using running as a tool for positive change. We rely on the collective efforts of our amazing staff, volunteers, agencies, sponsors, partners, and board members to make our events and programs possible.
We are grateful for their contributions and we celebrate their achievements as we pursue our mission to inspire and empower runners of all backgrounds and abilities.

Leadership

DR. ERIC KWAME ADAE

Eric Kwame Adae, Ph.D., APR., is an Assistant Professor of Public Relations at Drake University, where he teaches in both undergraduate and graduate public relations programs. He is also an accredited public relations professional and a former track and field athlete.

BLAKE BOLDON

BlakeĀ servedĀ as the executive director of the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon prior to taking the reins of the Drake Relays presented by Hy-Vee.Ā A native of Osceola, Iowa, heĀ has an extensive background and record of success as a competitive athlete, collegiate coach and event director.

MRS. BRENDA ADAE

Mrs. Brenda Adae is a banking and finance professional with a considerable wealth of experience under her belt. She is a consummate strategic management expert and a health and fitness enthusiast.

Advisory Committee

PROF. DANIEL CONNOLLY

member

PROF. JIMMY SENTEZA

member

PROF. ROBERT HINSON

member

bishop seth aryitey

member

LAWYER PATRICE CAESAR-SOWAH

member

semiu AYINDE ATAMBALA

member

REV. BEN JOHNSON

member

DR. MARC DZRADOSI

member

mercy tagoe

member

GLORIA ASARE

member

DR. JAMES FLETCHER

member

C/Supt. STELLA SEDAME

member

BEATRICE ADJEY

member

Akuka Williams

member

marie-ann adae

member

Kennedy Boakye-Ansah

member

Bernard Aniah

member

Management Committee

EKOW QUANDZIE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Sidney J. TEHODA

DIRECTOR, SPONSORSHIPS & PARTNERSHIPS

KENNEDY ADJEI-OHENE

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

RICHARD AGYAPONG

SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGIST

FRANCIS Nekwei Nettey

GRAPHIC ARTIST

VICTOR MENSAH

VISUAL ARTIST

Naa Adokarley Mettle Tutu

SPONSORSHIP AND PARTNERSHIP