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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

Your Old Kicks Can Make a Great Social Impact

Recently, we wrote several articles that will help you prioritize your fitness and take things to the next level. But there is also social good that can come from your old kicks. You might not be aware of it, so keep reading to find out how. We’ll give you some insight as to why sneaker recycling is essential... READ MORE
News

Sneakerheads: 3 of the Coolest Sneakers

Sneakers moved beyond the gym and have become fashion. As a result, it’s acceptable to wear sneakers as a fashion statement, work, and even black-tie events. In short, sneakers exist as a staple in the wardrobes of people all worldwide. And yes, that includes Sneakerheads. Sneakerheads wear sneakers in differing styles, colors, and even unique... READ MORE
Training

5 Fitness Apps You Need for a Better Workout

This year you want to make your fitness a top priority in your life. Perhaps you look around at everyone else and want to improve your overall wellbeing. But, where do you begin if you’re starting, or how can you push yourself further if you’ve been doing it for a while and in need of... READ MORE
Training

Best Fitness Trends for 2019 to Get You Fit

Are you ready for 2019? Let’s get started with the best fitness trends! Within a couple of weeks, countless people around the world will commit to making the New Year the time where they will get themselves in shape. Yes, most people envision the best version of themselves, and that includes in fitness. It makes... READ MORE
Marketing

Sports Marketing: 5 P’s and the Questions to Ask

In the old days of marketing and communications, professionals in sports marketing learned the 4 Ps of marketing. In effect, they were Product, Place, Promotion, and Price. Those elements remain relevant today for sports teams and clubs that want to stay ahead of the curve. As we know, it’s essential to for competing in promoting... READ MORE
Giving Back

Peer-to-Peer Fundraisers: 3 Essential Tips

One of the best fundraising methods for sports and team-oriented organizations is through peer-to-peer fundraisers. The reason why is simple: people will support their friends and people. Meaning, it’s much easier to support a cause of a friend than one from a group donors don’t know. In fundraising, there’s an adage that people give to... READ MORE
Sustainability

5 Easy Things to Do to Lose Weight

Recently we gave you some ideas to get you started on exercising, especially if you want to lose weight, but can’t just seem to get it together. If you missed the article, take a look at Start Exercising: 5 Ways to Get Going. In short, you want to make sure to take the following steps... READ MORE
Road Races

Start Exercising: 5 Ways to Get Going

There’s no time like today to start exercising so live a long and healthy life. You don’t have to wait to start doing what you should be doing to improve your overall health and well-being. We get it. Exercise is tough, and it demands time (something you have very little of with your responsibilities). But... READ MORE
Run Specialty

A CSR Program for Running Shoe Retailers

If you’re a running shoe retailer, then you’ve probably dealt with issues of excess inventory. In short, it could become a lot to handle, not to mention, money down the proverbial drain. What if there was a way to do something good for your local community with unwanted running shoes? Further the CSR program increases... READ MORE
Road Races

Road Race Fundraiser: Raise Money for Charity

All you have to do is to take a look at MarathonGuide.com, and you know this is the season for lots of road races and marathons. It’s a great time of year for running because of the weather. But these activities also do wonders if you convert them into a road race fundraiser. Raising Funds... READ MORE
Giving Back

How to Combine Mud Runs & Fundraisers

Have you had a chance to read our article about why mud runs are an excellent way to raise money? If you haven’t read it yet, here’s your chance! If you haven’t experienced mud run fundraisers, the following is what you need to do. Doing so will help you create a successful event. Preparing for... READ MORE

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