18 - Running a Business & Building Community — With Christopher Schiel of Xtra Mile Running

13/05/2025 25 min

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Episode Synopsis

Meet Christopher Schiel, owner of Xtra Mile Running, a Schaumburg-based specialty store and 3-time winner of the Best Running Stores in America. Chris shares how he’s built a community around running with events like Global Running Day, the Run for the Roses 5K, and year-round training programs.Plus, hear what’s trending in walking/running shoes and why personalized service matters more than ever.

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