City: Chicago, IL

Profession: Managing Partner, TRYAbility NeuroRecovery Center

Fundraising Goal: $1000

Race Goal: Just finish

In a few sentences, describe your connection to U2FP, why you chose to run in support of U2FP, and whether you have a personal connection to spinal cord injury and paralysis:

I am a lifelong Chicagoian and became paralyzed by a rare condition called Transverse Myelitis in 2008. I have been regularly continuing therapy and followed the research as it relates to curative approaches for those with spinal cord injury diseases. As I was learning about the research being done in the field, I discovered U2FP. I have been impressed with the organization since discovering them in 2009 and have been fortunate enough to be a board member for the last 4 years. The type of work being done within U2FP provides individuals within the community with valuable, realistic information in a succinct and timely manner.

Is this your first marathon/race? Yes

What do you crave after a long race? Pizza

Do you listen to anything when you train or race? If yes, what? Rock Music

What are you most excited and/or nervous about for the marathon? Finishing in a reasonable timeframe

What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Hanging out with friends and family