GSS2025 Speaker

Leslie Keener

Program Director - Running Up For Air Series (RUFA)

Leslie currently serves as Program Director for the Running Up For Air Series (RUFA), a collection of endurance events created to amplify informed dialogue and empower organizations actively working on air quality solutions. Proceeds from Up For Air events are directed at carefully selected non-profit groups who demonstrate high-value influence strategies. RUFA currently has 7 races across 4 states of the United States, and looks to expand both within the U.S. and internationally in the near future. In addition, RUFA, in partnership with Patagonia, has hosted an International Day of Clean Air, which saw 252,000 people participate.