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Business News Wales
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Principality Building Society Named Headline Sponsor of Pride Cymru for Third Consecutive Year
HUW JOHN, CARDIFF – pictureshuwjohn@ Principality Building Society sponsorship Pride Cymru 2024, Cardiff Pride Cymru has announced that Principality Building Society is headline sponsor for the third year running, as part of its main stage sponsorship deal. Wales' largest not-for-profit LGBTQ+ group, which this year celebrates its 26th anniversary of advocating for inclusion and equality, is set to host the annual weekend event from June 21 in Cooper's Field, Bute Park, Cardiff. The event is expected to attract over 50,000 people to the city, with the parade at the heart of the celebration, bringing together thousands of individuals to march in solidarity and pride. Principality Building Society, Wales' largest, recently announced their long-term commitment to high streets and the community until at least 2030. Principality colleagues will join the march and branding will be visible across the event as the organisation continues their commitment to being an ally to the LGBTQ+ community, and to creating a fairer society. Principality plans to further support Pride events across Wales, including the return of Cardiff Half Marathon's Rainbow Roundabout at this year's event on Sunday October 5. The roundabout, which participants pass twice between miles 10 and 12, gives runners a boost of a vibrant and colourful atmosphere. Vicky Wales, Chief Customer Officer at Principality Building Society, said: 'We're delighted to once again be headline sponsors of Pride Cymru. As a responsible business, we are committed to championing inclusivity, belonging and advocating for a fairer society. 'Thanks to the passion and dedication of our Pride network, colleagues, their friends and families come together in strength for the march – creating an incredible atmosphere every year. I have no doubt this year will be any different, and I am really looking forward to it.' Gian Molinu, Chair of Pride Cymru said: 'We're delighted to welcome back Principality Building Society as our Main Stage sponsor. 'Over the last three years, Principality has worked closely with us to make sure Wales' national Pride event is able to go ahead in a safe and engaging way. 'We thank everyone at Principality Building Society for their continued commitment and their allyship.' Matt Newman, Chief Executive at Run 4 Wales, said: 'We're so pleased to be continuing our partnership with Principality Building Society and Pride Cymru on the return of the Principality Rainbow Roundabout. 'This will be the third year the inclusive course entertainment zone will appear at the Cardiff Half and runner feedback has always been fantastic. 'Not only is it a great symbol of inclusivity showing that the Cardiff Half is welcoming to all, but its position at miles 10 and 12 really helps to motivate runners when they need it most. 'The Principality Rainbow Roundabout always gives so much vibrancy and positivity and has become an area the runners look forward to reaching as they make their way towards the finish line.'
Fashion Network
09-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Oysho in first UK deal as new headline sponsor of Cardiff Half Marathon
Inditex -owned international sport and leisure brand Oysho will become the new headline sponsor for the Cardiff Half Marathon, which returns to the Welsh capital on 5 October. 'Expanding its impressive list of sports event sponsorships as it continues to focus on running initiatives in Europe' Oysho said it was a 'particularly fitting collaboration' as the race, which is Wales' largest mass participation event, is now one of Europe's largest and best-known half marathons, attracting a field of more than 27,500 runners. This is the first time Oysho, which offers a wide variety of technical collections for fitness, pilates, barre, yoga and running, has sponsored an event in the UK and participants at the Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon will get the chance to experience the brand's high-quality technical kit, as the brand will be providing a specially designed race day T-shirt for every runner. Matt Newman, chief executive at event organisers Run 4 Wales, said: 'Oysho has a huge international footprint and is becoming increasingly popular in the UK with the opening of its London stores and twice weekly run clubs. 'With its commitment to health, fitness and running, Oysho is a perfect fit for the Cardiff Half which is dedicated to inspiring people to get active and seeing more people than ever join in from overseas.'
Fashion Network
09-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Oysho in first UK deal as new headline sponsor of Cardiff Half Marathon
Inditex -owned international sport and leisure brand Oysho will become the new headline sponsor for the Cardiff Half Marathon, which returns to the Welsh capital on 5 October. 'Expanding its impressive list of sports event sponsorships as it continues to focus on running initiatives in Europe' Oysho said it was a 'particularly fitting collaboration' as the race, which is Wales' largest mass participation event, is now one of Europe's largest and best-known half marathons, attracting a field of more than 27,500 runners. This is the first time Oysho, which offers a wide variety of technical collections for fitness, pilates, barre, yoga and running, has sponsored an event in the UK and participants at the Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon will get the chance to experience the brand's high-quality technical kit, as the brand will be providing a specially designed race day T-shirt for every runner. Matt Newman, chief executive at event organisers Run 4 Wales, said: 'Oysho has a huge international footprint and is becoming increasingly popular in the UK with the opening of its London stores and twice weekly run clubs. 'With its commitment to health, fitness and running, Oysho is a perfect fit for the Cardiff Half which is dedicated to inspiring people to get active and seeing more people than ever join in from overseas.'
Fashion Network
09-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Oysho in first UK deal as new headline sponsor of Cardiff Half Marathon
Inditex -owned international sport and leisure brand Oysho will become the new headline sponsor for the Cardiff Half Marathon, which returns to the Welsh capital on 5 October. 'Expanding its impressive list of sports event sponsorships as it continues to focus on running initiatives in Europe' Oysho said it was a 'particularly fitting collaboration' as the race, which is Wales' largest mass participation event, is now one of Europe's largest and best-known half marathons, attracting a field of more than 27,500 runners. This is the first time Oysho, which offers a wide variety of technical collections for fitness, pilates, barre, yoga and running, has sponsored an event in the UK and participants at the Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon will get the chance to experience the brand's high-quality technical kit, as the brand will be providing a specially designed race day T-shirt for every runner. Matt Newman, chief executive at event organisers Run 4 Wales, said: 'Oysho has a huge international footprint and is becoming increasingly popular in the UK with the opening of its London stores and twice weekly run clubs. 'With its commitment to health, fitness and running, Oysho is a perfect fit for the Cardiff Half which is dedicated to inspiring people to get active and seeing more people than ever join in from overseas.'
Business News Wales
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Business News Wales
Charitable Foundation Seeks Runners to Support Grassroots Sport Through Cardiff Half Marathon
Runners who are looking to secure a space in the 2025 Cardiff Half Marathon can do so by running for the Run 4 Wales (R4W) Charitable Foundation. Run 4 Wales aims to deliver world-class events with a positive social agenda. It said that its events provide a platform to champion equality and diversity, mental and physical health, women's running, community regeneration, volunteering, charity fundraising and environmental sustainability. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, surpluses generated by Run 4 Wales are invested into the R4W Charitable Foundation which supports and gives funding to grassroot sport and community projects. There are 50 spaces available to run for the R4W Charitable Foundation. Those who wish to do so can enter the Cardiff Half for £10 when pledging to raise £250 for the charity. They will also receive an exclusive team running vest if they manage to raise £75 by 8th August. Extreme endurance athlete and adventurer and broadcaster, Lowri Morgan, will be spearheading the R4W Charitable Foundation running team. Lowri, who is also on the charity's board of trustees, said: 'The Run 4 Wales Charitable Foundation is extremely passionate about increasing participation and diversity in physical activity in Wales. 'The charity has so far been able to invest £1 million into grassroots sport and community projects within Wales and our team of runners will help us achieve an even greater impact. 'By joining our team at the Cardiff Half Marathon, you'll not only be achieving something incredible yourself, but by fundraising, you'll also be helping children, young people and adults across Wales take their first steps towards a more active and healthier life.' All money raised will enable the charitable foundation to continue investing in grassroots sport and community projects. Since it was founded in 2015 money has been used to provide funding to the Welsh Schools Athletics Association, creating District, National and International Competition opportunities for school-age athletes. Funding has also been invested in Run Wales, Welsh Athletics' social running programme which aims to inspire and encourage adults in Wales to run. It has helped to set up more than 100 social running groups across Wales and supported 48 parkrun events. It has also provided race entries and training support for more than 1,000 first time runners from diverse groups thanks to initiatives like the ABW 500 and R4W 100 Clubs. More recently the R4W Charitable Foundation has looked to drive an increase in running diversity and children's activity in Wales. It's provided funding into the Daily Mile, a scheme which looks to improve the physical, social and mental health and wellbeing of children. It encourages schools to get their pupils outside for 15 minutes each day to run, jog or walk a mile in the fresh air with their friends. Another initiative is Starting Blocs, a programme which introduces children to the world of athletics, allowing them to learn key movement skills through games that are designed to teach them the foundations of running, jumping and throwing. It is also continuing to help the Mwslima Running Club, a Cardiff based Muslim women's running club, through facilitating track sessions and enrolling members onto the Leadership in Running Fitness Course to ensure they're fully qualified and equipped with the knowledge they need to help the club, and its members, thrive.
