GEMINI ENERGY SOLUTIONS

New York City is home to a vibrant running culture, yet many races cater to elite athletes rather than embracing a broad, diverse community of participants. CityTri, an established race organizer, sought to launch a new event that would go beyond the typical race format—one that would empower runners of all levels, reflect NYC’s cultural richness, and attract meaningful sponsorship. The challenge was multi-faceted: developing an engaging name, positioning the event for maximum appeal, securing sponsorship, executing a cohesive branding and marketing strategy, and handling logistics seamlessly.

CityTri partnered with Consciously to create an inclusive, high-energy race experience that would resonate with runners across backgrounds. The event needed a strong identity, clear messaging, and effective promotional efforts to drive registrations and establish itself as a long-term success.

Consciously led the strategic development of the event, beginning with its name: B•YOU NYC—a powerful statement encouraging participants to embrace their unique journey while celebrating the city’s dynamic energy. This name was carefully crafted to align with potential sponsors’ values, making it an appealing proposition for brand partnerships.

Beyond naming, Consciously executed a comprehensive strategy covering branding, website development, messaging, positioning, business development, and promotional outreach. The team ensured that the event’s visual identity, digital presence, and marketing efforts reflected an authentic, welcoming race experience. Consciously also played a critical role in pitching the concept to sponsors, securing backing that would elevate the event’s visibility and credibility.

Strategy Outcomes

• Positioned B•YOU NYC as an inclusive race celebrating individuality and community.
• Developed a sponsorship strategy that aligned brand values with event messaging.
• Built a roadmap for long-term success, ensuring the race could grow in future years.

Branding Outcomes

• Crafted the name B•YOU NYC, resonating with both runners and sponsors.
• Designed a compelling brand identity, including logo, color palette, and visual assets.
• Ensured consistency across all touchpoints—website, social media, and promotional materials.

Marketing Outcomes

• Launched an engaging digital campaign to drive race registrations.
• Developed messaging that emphasized empowerment, inclusivity, and NYC culture.
• Created compelling content, including email outreach, social media promotions, and race-day materials.

Business Development & Planning Outcomes

• Successfully pitched the event to sponsors, securing necessary financial and in-kind support.
• Managed logistics to ensure smooth race-day execution.
• Built partnerships that contributed to a thriving, community-driven event.

At its core, B•YOU NYC embodies Consciously’s commitment to inclusivity, authenticity, and strategic brand alignment. By creating a race experience where all runners feel empowered to be themselves, the event directly reflects the values of the partners involved. The collaboration between CityTri and Consciously demonstrates the power of strategic branding—not only in launching an event but in fostering a lasting community that participants and sponsors want to return to year after year.