Hey, amazing community! I'm thrilled to share a personal journey that has inspired me to embark on a mission this year to make a real difference in our world. In 2023, I faced some challenging moments with my mental health & wellness. The pressures of life, changes in my career, and everything in between led me to some difficult times. It was during these tough times that I discovered the transformative power of running & wellness. Running became my sanctuary, my therapy, and my path to rediscovering strength within myself. As I laced up my running shoes, hit the pavement, and conquered km after km, I found solace, clarity, and resilience. Running, quite literally, helped me outrun my demons and embrace a brighter future. Now, armed with a renewed spirit and a passion for positive change, I've set an ambitious goal for the upcoming year. I'm committing to running 12 marathons or half marathons in 12 months. First one in San Diego in Jan. Second in Bali in Feb. Third in Brisbane in March. Double marathon in Gold Coast in July and more to come But here's the catch: I'm not doing this just for myself. I've launched a new Instagram account called The_Running_Ceo, where I'll be documenting this journey, sharing insights, and promoting the power of running for mental well-being. My mission is to inspire others to take charge of their mental health & overall wellness through the simple yet profound act of putting one foot in front of the other. Now, here's where you come in, I've set an ambitious fundraising target of $25,000, and I need your support to make it happen. I invite businesses, any friends, fellow CEOs, and anyone passionate about supporting Beyond Blue, Leukaemia Foundation, Orange Sky & Dylan Alcott Foundation to join me on this incredible journey. By sponsoring my marathons, you'll not only be supporting a worthy cause but also promoting well-being within our community. Imagine the impact we can make together – not just through the dollars raised but by fostering a culture of understanding, compassion, and empowerment around mental health, disability, homelessness and those battling cancer. To the retail community and my fellow CEOs & leaders, let's unite for a cause that goes beyond boardrooms and profit margins. Let's invest in the well-being of our community and contribute to a world where health is a priority. Stay tuned on The_Running_Ceo for updates, stories, and a front-row seat to the incredible journey we're about to embark on. Together, we'll run, not just for ourselves, but for each other. And anyone can run with us...just reach out and bring your runners Thank you for being a part of this movement. Let's run toward a brighter, healthier future. With gratitude, Rob Bobsy Godwin x The Running CEO #RunForMentalHealth #TheRunningCEO #EmpowerThroughRunning