Who We Are

FOUNDERS

Papa Spider 

Mike Bullock, co-founder, and master-of-positivity, is a veteran ultra-runner, and the self-proclaimed ideas-man … originally a 17 minute 5k whippet, injuries and old-age gave him the opportunity to focus on longer distances…108 miles in 24 hours is his longest run, and he’s now completed over 180 marathons & ultras…but he’s never happier than when he’s eating cake & poring over maps to plan new & exciting routes, or running up the biggest hills he can find.

Mama Spider 

Susan Mansfield, co-founder, is Spider Runners engine room; nothing happens without Susan’s magic touch, and no run is complete without one of her tall tales 😂

With over 170 marathons & ultras under her belt, Susan loves a good point-to-point multi-day race, testing her navigational skills to the limit. Whilst Papa prefers the uphills, she declares herself as the Queen of Downhills. 

SUPPORT TEAM

Lovely Jenn

Jennie Carthy Andrew’s, is our Head of Merchandising she takes charge of fashion & tech.

 

But in reality, Jenn is the beating heart of Spider Runners…anything that has the group laughing was probably Jenn’s idea and she gives the best hugs on the planet .

Known as Lovely Jenn…cos she’s flipping lovely…a run with Jenn will leave you smiling all day 😬

 

Andrew

Andrew Williams, is the newest member of our team… as our AMBASSADOR FOR MENTAL-WELLNESS.

Andrew shares our Values of Support, Encouragement & Fun, and has been fundamental in many of the events we’ve put on in the last few years.

Like many of us, Andrew has tackled tough challenges in recent times, and (very importantly) he’s a huge advocate for talking openly about his experiences and the benefits of running.

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