Our TEAM

Jackie

Chief Executive Officer
Jackie is the CEO and founder of Peace Runners 773. Through his own personal transformation, Jackie’s vision and inspiration for Peace Runners 773 was fostered. He was an obese child from Garfield Park, which had few resources for activities that promote health. His childhood inspired him to be a proponent of change.

team leaders

Elise

Operations Manager
Elise started running in college when a few friends convinced her to run a half marathon and she hasn't stopped! So far, she has run six marathons and ten half marathons. Elise is also an educator, gardener, and lover of novels, laughter and hiking.

TIFFANY

Chief Operating Officer
I’m Tiffany, mental health professional and enthusiast. My passion has always been to help others and joining Peace Runners allows me to do that and more.

Nicole

Community engagement and event manager
I'm Nicole, the introvert who loves living and not existing. I love artistic expressions, music, sports, and traveling the world. I draw, dance, design, and play. I'm hardworking, competitive, supportive and knowledgeable. Structure, consistency and literacy are all morals that keep me grounded and successful in life.

dominque

Training program manager
Dominique M. Clay has always had a passion for shedding light on others’ lives and serving the community. Upon graduating from Indiana State University with a bachelor’s in Criminal Justice, Dominique has worked in the law enforcement field for over 10 years. He is an active member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Dominique’s family has been the biggest inspiration.

Momma hoffman

Shantel

Community coordinator

MATTIE

Young at Heart Program Manager
Mattie is a two-time breast cancer surviver and a half-marathoner. In 2022, she ran her first 5K with Peace Runners and in 2023, she ran her first (and second!) half marathon. She is consistent, dedicated and continues to push herself every day.

Young at Heart Program Manager
I’m Momma Hoffman, not only the mom of the group but, the life of the party. Peace Runners has changed my life for the better. I’m the healthiest I’ve ever been. I love to motivate other senior citizens to come out and have fun while moving too.