The Sacramento FrontRunners Leadership Circle is selected annually by the membership. Members of the Leadership Circle are responsible for guiding the direction of the club, addressing day-to-day inquiries, organizing events and runs, and supporting the work of our five key pods: Communications & Branding, Membership & Community Relations, Finance, Social Events, and Run Activities.

Together, the Leadership Circle ensures that Sacramento FrontRunners remains an inclusive, engaging, and well-connected community for all who love running.

Your 2027 Leadership!

  • Kyle Swope

    President - Kyle Swope

    Kyle Swope serves as President of Sacramento FrontRunners & FrontWalkers, bringing a passion for leadership, community, and creating spaces where everyone feels welcome.

    Originally from Colorado, Kyle moved to California while serving on active duty in the United States Air Force. His experiences have shaped his approach to leadership, emphasizing teamwork, accountability, and, most importantly, taking care of people.

    Kyle originally joined Sacramento FrontRunners for the sense of community and the opportunity to build meaningful connections with others. His first race with the club was San Francisco's iconic Bay to Breakers, shortly after returning home from a deployment. What started as an opportunity to meet new people quickly became something much more meaningful. As President, Kyle hopes to continue fostering that same sense of belonging while helping the organization grow, welcoming new faces, and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their running experience, feels like they have a place in the club.

    Outside of SacFR, Kyle is pursuing a degree in Legal Studies and enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, and finding his next adventure. When he's out running, you'll likely find him listening to a playlist full of country music, proving that you don't necessarily need a dance remix to make it across the finish line.

  • Zach Trowbridge

    Vice President - Zach Trowbridge

    Zach Trowbridge joined Sacramento FrontRunners in April 2026 and is passionate about helping the club grow through local business partnerships, creative fundraising events, and technology that brings people together.

    Zach enjoys challenging himself with local races, improving his pace, and training for his first marathon. He loves that running provides an opportunity to build friendships, connect with the LGBTQ+ community, and support one another. Outside of running, Zach works in technology and business operations. He and his partner, Cheong, are also certified Sacramento County foster parents on their family building journey.

    🎶 His running playlist is an eclectic mix of Galantis, Lil Wayne, Eminem, CAKE, Lil Nas X, and Arden Jones.

  • Alex Burkert

    Communications Officer - Alex Burkert

    Alex Burkert first became a member of Sacramento Front Runners in March 2025 and now serves as the club’s Communications Officer after volunteering as a Social Coordinator for six months.

    Since joining Sacramento Front Runners, Alex has run several 10Ks and his first half marathon. Participating in the club has helped take running from a casual hobby to a foundational part of his weekly routine. He is glad to be a part of a community that encourages others to incorporate more movement into their lives.

    Alex's running soundtrack is eclectic and varied but usually incorporates a mix of indie folk and 90's alternative tracks.

  • Karl San Luis

    Relations Officer - Karl San Luis

    Karl San Luis joined the Sacramento FrontRunners in Spring 2026 and is repping as Relations Chair to help continue club growth, build community connections, and spread good vibes.

    After recovering from surgery to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon, Karl bought a pair of Vomeros, hit the road, and never looked back. Since then, he’s raced 2 half marathons, with a goal set on the World Marathon Majors. Karl is also a sneakerhead and enjoys content creation. You’ll probably see him at club runs and events taking pics and filming a reel, so remember to smile for the camera :)

    His running playlist, “RUNNA,” is full of high-energy bops ranging from Drake to Blackpink to Fred again.

  • Hyatt Simons

    Finance Officer - Hyatt Simons

    Hyatt is happy to be of service and give back to Sacramento Frontrunners and Frontwalkers as Treasurer and Finance Chair. Together we will carry forward strong financial stewardship, our legacy of community giving and outreach, and welcome even more folks to join us.

    Starting off jogging 2 miles at a 10:30/mile pace in late 2025, he has progressed this year to racing 5k, 10k, and his first half marathon with the Urban Cow. He loves the sense of community, support, and togetherness so many of us have sought out - and found - through Sacramento Frontrunners and FrontWalkers. In the immortal words of Harvey Milk, “We’re here to recruit you!”

    His running playlists include mix of dance pop hits he can sing to, including favorites like Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, Benson Boone, Troye Sivan, Miley Cyrus, Shawn Mendes, Kygo and P!nk.

  • Daniel Hernandez

    Social Events Officer - Daniel Hernandez

    Daniel joined Sacramento FrontRunners & FrontWalkers in May 2026 and serves as the 2027 Social Chair. Since joining, he has enjoyed participating in weekly runs, monthly socials, and other club activities.

    As Social Chair, Daniel is responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating club social events and activities outside of regularly scheduled runs and walks. His role focuses on encouraging member participation, creating opportunities for members to connect, and supporting a welcoming and inclusive club environment.

  • Nick Petrarca

    Run Activities Officer - Nick Petrarca

    Nick Petrarca joined the Sacramento FrontRunners the summer is 2026, and now serves as Run Activities Chair.

    He has been a runner for years, completing 2 marathons and multiple spartan races (Including the Spartan Ultra Beast at Lake Tahoe). His hobbies include traveling, going to music festivals, reading, hiking, and anything that involves spending time with his dog Eevee.

    🎶 His running playlist is going to be whatever playlist he made with all his want to see artists from the next music festival he’s going too and his favorite genres are House, Drum & Base, and Pop.

  • Randy Arnold

    Pride 5K Chair - Randy Arnold

    Randy Arnold joined Sacramento FrontRunners in September 2025 and now serves as the Pride 5K Chair after having co-led the Pride 5K planning team for the 2026 race.  

    After a long hiatus after high school, he picked up running again in his 50s, running the Bay to Breakers in San Francisco, and ran it with various friends and family members over the years, the last one in 2010.  Since then he's run multiple Half Marathons, and one Marathon in 2013.  The last Half Marathon was the Beer City Half in 2025 in Sacramento.

    After retiring from a career in technology 5 years ago, Randy started working part time on weekends at wineries in Amador county.  Along with a passion for wine, Randy also directs a small German choir at the Sacramento Turn Verein which hosts the annual Sacramento Oktoberfest.  When he's not involved with the winery and choir, Randy enjoys working on his house and spending time with friends.