Houston announces new president and board members

Additionally, Monica Dean, Le Hoang, and Tom Stilwell have joined the Board of Directors, replacing Mike Atkins, Charles Bass, and Stan Coburn.

Bunch, a veteran Board Member, has played a pivotal role in the growth and success of the elite athlete program over the last two decades. She also served as the Board President of the Houston Marathon Foundation from 2008 to 2020, which works to create greater access to the life-changing power of long-distance running for all of Houston’s young people.

“We are so grateful to Brant who helped lead this organization to unimaginable heights as the Chevron Houston Marathon Weekend of Events is now regarded amongst the finest long-distance running events in the world,” stated Bunch.

Bunch’s appointment marks a historic moment as she becomes the first female Board President in the organization’s history.

“We sincerely thank Mike, Charlie, and Stan for their decades of contributions to the organization, and we are excited to welcome our three wonderful new board members.”

The HMC aims to foster a professionally diverse Board, bringing in fresh perspectives from individuals passionate about these hallmark events, and who prioritize creating broader accessibility to the sport.

The new board members Monica, Le, and Tom were identified and nominated by a selection committee before being voted in by the HMC Board of Directors.

The 53rd running of the Chevron Houston Marathon, featuring the Aramco Houston Half Marathon and We Are Houston 5K presented by Aramco and Chevron, is scheduled to take place from January 17– 19, 2025.