Switchback at TRE, December 2-4, 2025 in San Antonio, TX
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Switchback Spring, June 16-18, 2026 in New Orleans, LA
We are excited to host the first Switchback Spring partner webinar! This virtual discussion is an opportunity to get to know five Switchback partners while learning about each organization’s work, mission, and collaborations. Moderated by Switchback Event Director Christina Henderson, participants will hear from panelists representing 1% for the Planet, The Futurist Project, Black Men Run – Turf, LGBTQ Outdoors, and Outdoor Diversity Alliance.
Each partner represents different elements of the outdoor industry and has built stronger communities through advocacy, empowerment, and informative activities. Speakers will share their involvement with and perspectives on Switchback Spring’s onsite experience, event initiatives, education program, and the value in coming together as an industry.
Kiera Guadalupe MurphyKiera is the Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager at 1% for the Planet, where she leads the development and execution of high-level global partnerships to further the organization’s mission and movement. Joining 1% for the Planet in 2021, Kiera initially played a pivotal role in expanding the organization’s UK and European network. Before her work at 1% for the Planet, Kiera led the award-winning sustainability strategy at 4 Pines Brewing Company in Sydney, Australia. She’s also been a consultant, helping businesses of all sizes navigate their sustainability journeys. Kiera holds a master’s degree in public policy and administration, and her global perspective is further shaped by her experiences living and studying in places like Amman, Jordan, and Hyderabad, India. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Kiera enjoys being outdoors with her partner and their adventurous dog, Max. When she’s not travelling or working, you can likely find her exploring local trails.
Jay TinsleyI’m originally from Long Island, NY but currently reside in Central Phoenix with my wife and two kids. Professional responsibilities aside most of my time is spent coaching youth sports, supporting and amplifying important causes in my community, and of course, running. Trail running, in particular, has become a love of mine over the past few years and because I’ve been blessed with both the willingness to run in the dark or in intense heat and live within a three-mile radius of multiple trailheads, I’m able to do it 3-4 times a week. My primary goal as a leader in TURF, Black Men Run, and my local running community is to help make trail running more accessible so that more of us can experience its benefits.
Justin YoderJustin Yoder grew up on a Missouri farm where his love for the outdoors first took root. In 2003, he founded a nonprofit supporting children affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa. After coming out in 2010, he gradually recognized the lack of LGBTQIA+ representation in outdoor spaces This inspired him to launch LGBTQ Outdoors in 2019, creating a safe, affirming community for LGBTQIA+ individuals who share a passion for nature and the great outdoors. Now based in Texas with his husband Patrick, Justin leads a growing network of staff and Ambassadors nationwide. Under his leadership, the organization has built a social media following of over 30,000, hosts monthly events across the country, and has been featured in national media including a Facebook Pride campaign with Laverne Cox, USA Today, GearJunkie, News is Out and The Dallas Voice. Justin has also spoken for organizations such the U.S. Forest Service, Federal Trade Commission, Houston Astros, Ohio DNR, and Texas Travel Alliance, further advancing visibility and inclusion in the outdoors.
Teresa BakerTeresa established her love of the outdoors early in life, spending time outside on her family’s horse ranch in the Salinas valley, hiking and camping in the Eastbay hills and having local outdoor programs engrained in her, early on in her childhood. Fast-forward 30 years later—the outdoors is still her passion; the only difference is the stakes are higher. She now spends time outdoors with the purpose of engaging underrepresented communities in outdoor spaces, in hopes of fostering a shared sense of responsibility for environmental protection.
Teresa spends the majority of her time working alongside outdoor agencies, organizations, brands and retailers, on ways to welcome a more diverse audience to their boards, staff and programs/campaigns. She does this through outdoor events and speaking engagements across the country.
Along with being the founder of the In Solidarity Project, in which the Outdoor CEO diversity pledge is housed, she is also the co-director of the Outdoor Diversity Alliance, where she works alongside outdoor brands in helping to create a more diverse and equitable outdoor industry.
Carrie WatsonCarrie Watson, Co-Founder of The Futurist Project and Founder of Outside Looks, LLC, has over a decade of experience in retail buying, inventory management, and sales. Her career spans from local specialty shops to global brands, where she honed her expertise in helping retailers thrive by using data-driven metrics and mentorship. Carrie’s mission is to empower independent retailers to grow sustainably by leveraging merchandise intelligence and responsible inventory practices. A passionate advocate for small businesses, she also believes that strong local commerce is crucial for vibrant communities. Based in Austin, Texas, Carrie enjoys exploring the area’s rivers and supporting local businesses.
Christina HendersonChristina Henderson is a seasoned events professional with a passion for fostering connection and driving innovation in the trade show and running industry. Under her leadership as the Switchback and The Running Event (TRE) and Director, TRE has achieved record-breaking attendee satisfaction and revenue growth, fostered inclusivity within the industry, and created impactful, innovative experiences.
Recognized as one of the “25 Women to Watch” in the running industry and a Trade Show Executive Woman to Watch in 2023, Christina is a driving force behind innovative event experiences. She constantly redefines what trade shows can be and achieve. Beyond her professional achievements, Christina is committed to mentoring the next generation of professionals, encouraging them to challenge norms, embrace their voices, and cultivate supportive team cultures.
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