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Linda N. Spencer
Lead Content Strategist & Copywriter

About Linda N.

Storyteller for Sustainability & Social Impact

Linda N. Spencer is a storyteller, author, and advocate for a better world. At Sneakers4Good she brings her love of storytelling and strategy to show how reusing sneakers can drive big change.

With years of experience helping organizations find new ways to make an impact, Linda has seen firsthand how communities thrive when purpose and sustainability come together. In her sustainability research and writing for Sneakers4Good she gives organizations the tools to turn small actions into lasting impact.

Linda believes the reuse economy isn’t just about keeping millions of sneakers out of landfills—it’s about creating opportunity, reducing waste and showing every step can make a difference. Through her writing and creative campaigns, she connects people to stories of resilience, community and global good.

For Linda sustainability is personal. It’s about making today’s choices better for tomorrow—for organizations, the planet we all share and global communities.

Linda N.'s latest articles

5 Most Important Mental Health Benefits of Running

Life is about balance, and mental health is just as vital as physical health. And while it’s easy to get bogged down by stressors in life, one of the best ways to handle these difficulties is staying active. Regular exercise can go a long way in reducing stress and helping you feel happier. It’s well... READ MORE
Road Races
Boston Marathon runners pass police near Hereford Street, capturing the energy of one of the best marathons in the US.

20 Best Marathons in the US According to Runners and Experts

Few experiences are as electric to runners as a great road races. The cheer of the crowd, the iconic backdrops and scenes, and the moment when grit crosses the finish line are unforgettable. So, if you’re looking for a world-class challenge, your next road race, this list of the best marathons in the US is... READ MORE
Sustainability
A male runner on a sunlit park road highlighting the simple things that inspire running through life and support a sustainable, active lifestyle.

Simple Things: How One Runner Turns Miles Into Impact

Some big breakthroughs in life happen through significant milestones, such as getting your first job, place, getting married, or having your first child. But if you spend time with runners, you realize that a lot of progress also happens with the simple things, such as miles. Every mile run is an achievement, which can eventually... READ MORE
Sustainability
Conceptual image of a footprint in a leaf symbolizing love for nature and concern for CO2 emissions.

How to Shrink Your Running Shoe CO2 Emissions and Footprint

When you’re running during a perfect fall day or crushing your miles for the week, you may not consider CO2 emissions. But did you know that your favorite running shoes have a hidden cost? Unfortunately, it’s true. The CO2 emissions have an environmental and life impact when they end up in landfills. CO2 emissions refer... READ MORE
Sustainability

How the Reuse Economy Transforms Our Lives

The following are some facts about the planet and waste. As you likely know, at present, about 8.2 billion people are living on Earth. But did you know that one of the biggest contributors to waste is the fashion industry? It creates 100 to 150 billion articles of clothing for 8.2 billion people. If you... READ MORE
Run Specialty
Are you wondering how to increase sales this summer? Think sneaker drives, stretch sessions, and sustainability. Turn slow months to hot wins.

How to Increase Sales: Heatwaves, Handshakes & Sustainablility

The long summer months are fantastic for barbeques and spending time with friends and family. However, for running retail stores can be slow. So, if you want to know how to increase sales, you came to the right place. Our answer is to focus on sustainability, community, and creative in-store events. You don’t have to... READ MORE
Training
Discover these six steps to learn how to open a gym.

How to Open a Gym: A 6-Step Guide

For many entrepreneurs and athletes, looking to open a gym is a career goal. It’s the idea of helping people progress on their fitness journeys with carefully planned programs and education about the benefits of exercise that they love.  Like any business, opening a gym requires many different financial and legal steps. You’ll need to... READ MORE
Sustainability
Learn about Nike shoe recycling alternatives to dispose of your athletic shoes properly.

Beyond the Bin: Nike Shoe Recycling Alternatives

Are your old Nike sneakers gathering dust in your closet or storage bin? If the answer is yes, think about this: Each year, approximately 300 million sneakers and shoes end up in landfills, which can take more than a human lifetime to decompose! While Nike has a recycling program, let’s explore some Nike shoe recycling... READ MORE
Road Races
What happens when communities join the sneaker reuse movement? Find out here and how it impacts small businesses globally.

How Your Old Sneakers Are Powering Small Businesses Worldwide

If you’ve become a sustainable sneaker reuse movement member, have you ever wondered what happens to running shoes? One answer is that they don’t go into landfills. Annually, an eye-popping 300 million pairs of sneakers and shoes go into landfills. We have enough footwear in landfills to circle the Earth—multiple times. A second answer is... READ MORE
Road Races
Women runners have taken this industry and transformed it in to a inspiring community.

The Rise of Women Runners

While running has been a part of history for thousands of years, it hasn’t been around for that long for all genders. For the past one hundred years, women runners have had to fight not only to participate in the sport of running but also to get acclaim. Women, once declared “too fragile” or “unfit,”... READ MORE
Run Specialty
How a sneaker reuse and recycling program in run specialty stores can take sustainability to the next level!

Sneaker Reuse and Recycling Program in Run Speciality Stores

In recent years, the running community has taken a proactive stance on how to incorporate more sustainable practices. With the urgency of conserving our environment, it’s essential to actively commit to doing whatever possible to protect the planet. With all that encompasses running, one vital factor affecting our environment is what makes running possible: running... READ MORE
Sustainability
“How to Recycle Running Shoes: Give Athletic Shoes New Life”

How to Recycle Running Shoes: Give Athletic Shoes New Life

The global consumption rate has skyrocketed in the past few decades. And as consumption increases, so does waste. The average American will produce nearly five pounds of garbage daily, adding up to a national average of 292.4 million tons of solid waste yearly. An often overlooked area of waste is shoes and sneakers. It’s estimated... READ MORE

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