Co-Founder, Paces & Places
With 20+ marathons and over a handful of triathlons under her belt, Noa knows the discipline of training and the thrill of race day. She's taken her own marathon time down by over 2 hours for multiple BQs and Boston Marathons, but also loves balancing and running by feel at smaller scenic races She’s chased adventure across the globe through running, hiking, kayaking, and more.
With a gift for blending expert guidance and contagious energy, she helps runners push past their limits and discover the joy of chasing down goals.
Noa also draws on her career in talent management, crafting experiences that unlock potential and build connection, skills she now brings to creating curated race experiences around the world.
Learn more about Coach Noa's approach.
Co-Founder, Paces & Places
Jessica brings years of leadership in business operations, people strategy, and organizational growth to Paces & Places. As a COO in the tech industry and an advisor to multiple early-stage companies, she’s known for building systems that scale and experiences that deliver lasting impact.
With a passion for turning big visions into seamless realities, Jessica ensures that every Paces & Places journey runs smoothly from sign-up to the finish line. Her expertise in operations and her love of connecting people combine to create experiences that feel effortless for participants but are meticulously designed behind the scenes. At Paces & Places, she channels her business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit into crafting race travel experiences where runners can focus on community, connection, and the joy of the journey.
Founder, Get Uncomfy
After more than a decade as a project manager and chief of staff in financial services, Shannon traded corporate chaos for a new adventure: creating travel experiences that bring people closer to the world and to each other. In 2023, she and her husband spent four months exploring 12 countries and 40 cities, sparking the vision for Get Uncomfy.
Through Get Uncomfy, Shannon designs journeys that prioritize authentic encounters over staged itineraries, helping travelers step outside their comfort zones and find meaning in the unfamiliar. With a gift for organization and a passion for human connection, she now brings this expertise to Paces & Places, curating race travel experiences that combine the thrill of adventure with the power of community.
Learn more about Get Uncomfy.