Jon Hughes: A Passion for Running

What started with one run became a lifelong passion for Jon Hughes—and eventually a Central Florida institution. In 1977, Jon helped open Track Shack, the region’s first full-service running store. He soon began creating running events to spread the word, turning the business into a place where people could find not only running shoes and gear, but community and motivation to live healthier lives. Jon and his wife, Betsy, eventually bought Track Shack and inspired tens of thousands of people to get off the couch and change their lives. Jon believes all business leaders have an obligation to encourage their workers to do the same. Not only does it help the bottom line by keeping down health and insurance costs, it makes for better workers, and when you do what you love, you lead by example.