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RDU Quick Reference Series™

The most comprehensive event management reference library in the endurance industry. 21 professional guides covering every aspect of race directing — from operations to crisis communication to the 5 Pillars of Event Management.

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21Professional Guides
80+Job Descriptions
3-TierEvent Scaling
5Core Pillars
100+Checklists
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OPERATIONAL GUIDES

15 guides covering every operational function of endurance event management.

Guide 1
Guide #01
Event Day Operations & Timeline
Guide 2
Guide #02
Legal, Liability & Insurance
Guide 3
Guide #03
Crisis Management Protocols
Guide 4
Guide #04
Staffing & Volunteer Management
Guide 5
Guide #05
Course Design & Logistics
Guide 6
Guide #06
Registration & Participant Services
Guide 7
Guide #07
Sponsorship & Revenue
Guide 8
Guide #08
Post-Event Analysis & Reporting
Guide 9
Guide #09
Signage, Wayfinding & Course Marking
Guide 10
Guide #10
Timing & Technology Systems
Guide 11
Guide #11
Medical & Sports Science
Guide 12
Guide #12
Marketing & Community Engagement
Guide 13
Guide #13
Accessibility, Inclusion & Spectator Experience
Guide 14
Guide #14
Weather & Environmental Management
Guide 15
Guide #15
Government Relations, Permitting & Facilities

CRISIS COMMUNICATION

When the worst happens, what you say — and what you don't say — determines everything.

Guide 16
Guide #16
Crisis Communication & Media Response

The 5 Pillars of Event Management

The foundational doctrine behind RDU Certification. Not checklists — principles.

Pillar 1
Pillar 1
Liability
Pillar 2
Pillar 2
Safety
Pillar 3
Pillar 3
Logistics
Pillar 4
Pillar 4
Security
Pillar 5
Pillar 5
Risk Management

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21 professional reference guides. 80+ job descriptions. 100+ checklists. The most comprehensive race director resource available.

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