Biz Dash 5K presented by World Wide Technology Set for May 22 at Energizer Park in Downtown St. Louis

ST. LOUIS – January 22, 2025 – Celebrating 10 years of being “St. Louis’ Healthiest Happy Hour”, the Biz Dash 5K presented by World Wide Technology will take over Downtown St. Louis on Thursday, May 22 from 5 to 9 p.m.,once again headquartered at Energizer Park.  The Biz Dash annually brings thousands from the region’s business community together, promoting a healthy, active lifestyle in a fun atmosphere featuring music, food, drinks, entertainment, and a 5K run/walk. 

“The Sports Commission created the Biz Dash to be a catalyst for St. Louis area companies to invest in the health and wellness of their employees and create a lively atmosphere in Downtown St. Louis,” said St. Louis Sports Commission President Marc Schreiber.  “We are grateful to all who have been supportive of that vision over the last decade and contributed to the growth of this unique event.  We look forward to celebrating the Biz Dash’s 10th anniversary on May 22nd.”  

Registration for the 2025 Biz Dash opens on Tuesday, February 4.  Companies from across the St. Louis region can register teams made up of their employees, and all will converge on Lou Fusz Plaza at Energizer Park for an event that combines health and fitness with a spirited happy-hour vibe.  Runners and walkers of all levels are encouraged to participate on their company team. Companies may register an unlimited number of employees.  If your organization is not participating, you can still register as an individual on the St. Louis Sports Foundation team and enjoy this one-of-a-kind event.

World Wide Technology is in its eighth year as the presenting sponsor of the Biz Dash.  “It’s hard to believe it’s already been 10 years since the Biz Dash began and we’ve been proud to participate in the event from the beginning.  This event is a perfect fit with our culture as we strive to give back to the communities where we live, work, and play, and have an environment for our employees to lead active and healthy lives in and out of the workplace,” said World Wide Technology CFO Tom Strunk.

In its first nine years, the Biz Dash has had a total of 43,250 registrants, including a record 7,000+ participants representing 256 companies and organizations in the 2024 race.  The 5K course is planned to travel through the heart of Downtown St. Louis, starting at Lou Fusz Plaza at Energizer Park, passing by Union Station, Stifel Theatre, Citygarden, Busch Stadium, and Kiener Plaza, and will feature great views of the Gateway Arch.

SPONSORSHIPS AND TEAM STARTER PACKS

The Biz Dash would not be possible without the generous support of its sponsors, which in 2024 included World Wide Technology, Spire, FanDuel Sports Midwest, Edward Jones, SSM Health, Wells Fargo Advisors, Enterprise Mobility, RGA, Zelis, HBM Holdings, GFI Digital, First Bank, AT&T, Netrality, Ameren, Roeslein & Associates, Anheuser-Busch, and Tiny Little Monster.  To join as a 2025 Biz Dash sponsor, contact Tom Dolan at 314-345-5111 or tdolan@stlsports.org.

Team Starter Packs combine race entries, team meeting spaces, and other perks into one package, and are a great way to reserve a prime location for your company team to gather. Team Starter Packs can be a one-stop shop and are available by visiting stlbizdash.com.

BIZ DASH PROCEEDS

The Biz Dash is produced by the St. Louis Sports Commission.  Proceeds from the event benefit the St. Louis Sports Foundation, the Sports Commission’s 501c3 charitable affiliate.  To learn more about the St. Louis Sports Foundation, visit sportsmanship.org.