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2019 Race Anna polis , MD
Across America
3,000 Miles · 12 States · 4 Riders
Ocea nside , CA
creating
intergen erational
collaboration
• 4GenNow, a 501c3 non-profit organization, promotes the building
of intergenerational teams within business and community
• We are sponsoring a team of four (4) intergenerational ultra-cyclists
to compete in “the toughest race in the world,” the 3,000-mile Race
Across America starting on June 15, 2019 in Oceanside, CA
Annapolis, MD
• That’s why I am reaching out to you
Oceanside, CA
About RAAM • One of the most respected • About 30% longer than • One continual stage, • Riders must cycle
and longest running the Tour de France once the clock starts 3,000 miles across 12
ultra-endurance events in it doesn’t stop until states and climb over
• Teams must complete
the world (started in 1982) the finish line 170,000 vertical feet
the race within 9 days
Meet the 4GenNow Cycling Team!
An opportunity to lead 4 complete strangers from 4 different
generations to successfully cross the USA on a bicycle is
a daunting task, but... it is all about the Journey.
Passion: Lead teams to be successful
and achieve their goals
Notable Accomplishments: W hy i Ride?
• Doting Grandfather 4GenNow is the catalyst that ignites these generational
• 25+ years cycling experience entrepreneurs, matches their skillsets, creates opportunity for
- Spin Instructor funding and expands their horizons to bring their product or
Boomer
Team Captain
• Accomplished Climber service to market. This is the foundation for entrepreneurial
- All Colorado 14er’s success in our country, with your support, 4Gen Now is positioned
- 7 Seven Summits of the World
Arthur “Brooke” Chesnut • Competitive Runner
to bring awareness and results that we can all be proud of.
Age: 61 Boulder, CO • Avid Skier
Through some dark times, depression and true despair, it was the odd
moments of rugby and in particular cycling that gave me hope.
Passion: Help people develop
a “silent inner edge” W hy i Ride?
Notable Accomplishments:
• Passionate Scot The generations in this team reflect a growing dynamic divide in
• Myalgic Encephalitus survivor businesses across the world, and brings to the attention to all of us,
• CEO that we need to place the art and heart of human connection back
• Founder of Real Leadership into the real ways to do business.
Coaching (USA, UK, EU) Being part of this team allows me to learn, contribute, make a
GEN-X
• Co-Creator: FireStarter®, difference, educate, be educated and bring attention and coverage
Coachpad®, Coachtrak® globally to the need for us to be better at connecting in business and DavE Evans
• 2015 Ironman finisher to take ownership of the differences we face. AGE: 42 Burghead, Scotland
• 2017 Tour de Mont Blanc rider
My mission in life is to inspire others to have the confidence to know and
own who they truly are by focusing on what's most important to them
Passion: Inspiring others W hy i Ride?
Notable Accomplishments: We will be challenging our own perceptions of what is possible and
• Lifelong athlete working in a team to become the BEST versions of who we are through
- Gymnast this race. Not only that, we get the opportunity to exemplify the
- Cheerleader mission of 4GenNow and get all 4 generations working together to
MillenNiaL - Triathlete accomplish an incredible goal as well as raise awareness for an
- Snowboarder organization doing so much good in the entrepreneurial community
- Lover of outdoor sports and beyond! This experience has reignited my desire to work more in
Jordan Youngblade • Sole female member of 4GN team teams in other aspects of my life as well because we really are better
Pendleton together than we are apart!
Age: 28 Denver, CO
I am the youngest member of the team with the least amount of
experience, but the most amount of excitement.
W hy i Ride?
Notable Accomplishments:
• Collegiate baseball and triathlete Due to 4GenNow’s movement to enhance awareness around intergen-
• Manages membership for LVRG erational collaboration within business, teams, and community, I am
• March thru YTD proud to represent them while partaking in not only one of the hardest
- Saved $4 MM annually races in the world, but also by collaborating with several other people
- Fed over 150 k people globally including my teammates, the crew, and other racers. There is no better iGEN
- Currently working to introduce way to describe the 4GenNow movement than to push 4 different
group health insurance. generations past their limits and showcase the fluid nature of our
relationships and teamwork.
Cameron Martinez
Age: 23 Boulder, CO
Your Donations support...
With your tax-deductible donation, you will not only
help us make sure our team has the necessary gear, Team Preparation
grit, and grub to make this coast-to-coast endurance Preparation for this endeavor is critical to building rider fitness and crew cohesion.
race, you will also be helping us promote 4 Gen Now’s From the riders working with Professional Coaches to the crew honing their
mission of intergenerational entrepreneurship. support craft; training for this event will cover:
Thank you in advance, for your financial support! Coaching
The riders are each working with a USAC certified cycling coach along with a ISSA
Logistics strength coach. A day by day / week by week / structured plan ensuring our riders
Now through June 26th our team will be traveling on planes, trains, will attain maximal fitness for riding across the country is required.
automobiles, and resting on beds, benches and seats. Nutrition
RAAM Transportation What we eat before, during and after rides is critical to the effectiveness of each
During the race, we will be leapfrogging across the country in a Sprinter Van as 4GenNow RAAM team member. Donation dollars will support Training
the pace vehicle, a Motor Coach as home base, and a few roadside hotels. Supplements, training camp and race meals.
Training Camps Recovery
Simulation is the best practice when preparing for a challenge of this magnitude. In order to Maximize the recovery process team members will be utilizing sports
Therefore the riders and crew members will be embarking on 2 multi-day training camps. medicine modalities ranging from Compression Boots, Massage Therapy,
May is an all hands on deck, 4 riders - 4 crew members - 1 crew chief, dress rehearsal on Cryotherapy, and Physical Therapy, etc.
the steep slopes of Colorado's Gore Pass. At both camps the team will be fully immersed in Documentation
of each other's company while training, resting, eating, sleeping, and gain a greater The story being told by Team 4GenNow will resonate across the country
understanding of what to expect during RAAM. via a multitude of media streams.
Training Rides RAAM Riders/Crew
The team will be training in a variety of settings, from braving the elements With a Team of 9 brand champions, 4 Riders - 4 Crew - 1 Crew Chief,
outdoor complete with vehicle support, to spinning it up at an Indoor Ride Studio we are documenting daily moments of our journey.
and Virtual Riding (The GenX riders lives in England, he will be joining Videographer
several Colorado-based trainings) Your brand will be professionally represented by our professional videographer.
Equipment From training to finish line, all aspects of the journey will be curated utilizing
Soft Goods - for training and racing, each rider will be equipped with 4 Cycling videos, live streaming, and still imagery.
Jerseys/Bibs/Caps/ 2 Sets of Arm Covers and gloves / multitude of Socks and more. Live Stream
Hard Goods - while each rider is supplying their own bicycle, the 8 months of training Along this journey, we will be hosting live streaming events from Indoor Training sessions
and 3,000 miles of racing across 12 state and over 175,000 feet of climbing each rider will to Training Camps and on the road “moments” during the 2019 RAAM. Through Live
consume several chains, cables, cassettes, tires, and more. Streaming, we will be connecting with 4GenNow partners and their audience.
Kickstarter · $10,000 · 2 available
Donation Levels Prior to RAAM
• Company Logo and description on 4GenNow RAAM web page
• Company Logo and description in press release
Goal: $50,000
• Brand listing on all social media posts
During RAAM
• Be part of a daily video - from riders and crew
• 10 Targeted Social Media Shout Outs
• Brand listing on all social media posts from training months and through event
Angel Partner · $15,000 · Exclusive • The team’s Videographer will professionally record and submit 2 twenty
second brand vignettes. The first will be of the team in training and
Prior to RAAM the second will be footage from the race.
• Company Logo and description on 4GenNow RAAM web page • Access to Curated Video and Still Imagery
• Company name and Logo included in all press releases prior, during, and post RAAM Brand Placement on Cycling Kit
• Interview with CEO on 4GenNow RAAM web page The 4GenNow cycling kits will be emblazoned with your company logo.
• Company Logo on 4GenNow RAAM transportation vehicles Priority will be on first come first choice basis.
• Remarks by your CEO the day/evening before start of RAAM event in Oceanside, CA - 2 Jersey Panel - Back Pockets Panel
at special event recognizing all 4GenNow RAAM sponsors (via SKYPE presentation) - Both Jersey Sleeves - Bib Short Side Leg Panels
• Remarks by your CEO at special event in Annapolis, MD upon completion of race - Arm Warmers - Cycling Cap
(via Skype) that will be uploaded to 4GenNow site and its social media After RAAM
• Blog - Link to interview with your CEO (why you are sponsoring 4GenNow • Company name and logo included in press release
RAAM team) included in e-newsletter to all 4GenNow e-news subscribers
• Two "20" Second Bumper Video - Professionally curated placement of Change Maker · $5,000 · 2 available
your businesses advertisement at start and finish of video
Prior to RAAM
• Brand listing on all social media posts
• Company Logo and description on 4GenNow RAAM web page
During RAAM • Brand listing on all social media posts
• Be part of daily video - from riders and crew
During RAAM
• 20 Targeted Social Media Shout Outs
• 5 Targeted Shout Outs during the event
• Brand listing on all social media posts during training months and event
• Access to Curated Video and Still Imagery
• The team’s Videographer will professionally record and submit 2 twenty
• Logo Placement on Cycling Kit
second brand vignettes. The first will be of the team in training and - One Jersey Side Panel - 1 Jersey Back Pocket
the second will be footage from the race. - Bib Short Back Panel - One Arm Warmer
• Access to Curated Video and Still Imagery
Brand Placement on Cycling Kit
• The 4GenNow cycling kits will be emblazoned with your company logo Supporter · $1,000 · 5 available
• Top Choice of Logo Placement Prior to RAAM
- Bib Shorts - Cycling Cap • Company Logo and description on 4GenNow RAAM web page
- 2 Jersey Panels - Back Pockets Panel During RAAM
After RAAM • Logo placement on Cycling Kit
• Company name and logo included in press release - Inside of one Back Pocket - Inside Collar
- Exterior Jersey Sleeve Band - Exterior Bib Short Leg Band
If you are interested in sponsorship, please make specific
enquiry to jim@4gennow.com, as space is limited.
Sponsorship Enquiries:
Jim Sugarman
Co-Founder
Email: jim@4gennow.com
Phone: 617.866.8931
Have a Business Idea? Looking for the right co-founder? Need funding?
www.4gennow.com
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