Execs Who Run brings life, leadership, and the miles in between together through unscripted conversations with high-achieving leaders. Hosted by Jason Hunt—elite marathon runner and executive search professional—this podcast dives into the personal stories, insights, and habits that shape today’s leaders.
Whether it’s finding balance, building resilience, or gaining clarity, discover how running connects to their journeys both on and off the pavement. Perfect for leaders, runners, and anyone looking for inspiration one step at a time.
Execs Who Run brings life, leadership, and the miles in between together through unscripted conversations with high-achieving leaders. Hosted by Jason Hunt—elite marathon runner and executive search professional—this podcast dives into the personal stories, insights, and habits that shape today’s leaders.
Whether it’s finding balance, building resilience, or gaining clarity, discover how running connects to their journeys both on and off the pavement. Perfect for leaders, runners, and anyone looking for inspiration one step at a time.
Heather Hawkins faced ovarian cancer at 41 and transformed her toughest moment into a remarkable journey of resilience, adventure, and advocacy.
In this deeply moving conversation, Heather shares the story of how running helped her reclaim life, conquer incredible global challenges, and raise powerful awareness for ovarian cancer.
Key Moments in This Episode:
Heather’s transformative cancer diagnosis and journey back to health.
From a 4km fun run in gardening shoes to ultramarathon adventures.
Winning the North Pole Marathon at -41°C.
Completing the World Marathon Challenge: 7 marathons, 7 continents, 7 days.
Running the Marathon des Sables, 250km across the Sahara Desert.
A 520km epic ultramarathon across Australia's Outback.
The deeper purpose behind Heather's running and advocacy work.
Her next goal: setting a new Australian 24-hour running record at age 60.
Resources & Links:
Heather’s Book: Adventurous Spirit
Ovarian Cancer Australia (ovariancancer.net.au)
Can Too Foundation (cantoo.org.au)
Calix Immunotherapy (calixar.com)
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