Letty is the founder of MARATHON MEDIA, offering a unique blend of legal expertise, athletic achievement, and global perspective to the running world.
As both a practicing attorney and a seasoned runner—a 60x marathoner with a personal best of 3:09—she brings an unparalleled level of professional and expert perspective to her content. Furthermore, as a trilingual speaker (German, Spanish, and English) who grew up in Germany and Ecuador, her background allows her to connect naturally with the diverse global running community.
This international focus fuels her work, which is rooted in the unifying spirit of the sport. For all platforms, she provides essential content, including marathon news coverage, live-tracking, interviews with elite athletes and running professionals, gear reviews, and engaging race vlogs.
Letty also acts as a specialized content producer, creating media for running organizations and events.
Ryan is the Creative Director and Podcast Co-Host for Marathon Media, where he provides the strategic and creative direction for all of our content. He is a hands-on contributor, giving key input on everything from our filming and editing process to overall media strategy.
A board-certified radiologist specializing in musculoskeletal radiology, Ryan's medical expertise is a unique and invaluable asset to the Marathon Media team. His knowledge is essential for our coverage of running injuries, athlete health, and performance science, allowing us to deliver medically sound and expert-level content.
Beyond his professional life, Ryan is a true adventurer and Letty’s husband. His active pursuits, which include foil-boarding, surfing, and mountain biking, fuel a commitment to a fulfilling lifestyle. A former high school track athlete, he continues to pursue his love for the sport, having completed multiple 5Ks and half marathons, as well as recent marathons in Stockholm, Sweden, and Rome, Italy.
Erica is a key part of the Marathon Media team, serving as a Production Associate & Co-Interviewer. Her expertise and elite running background bring an invaluable perspective to our content.
As a highly accomplished runner, her impressive athletic resume includes qualifying for the 2020 USA Olympic Trials Marathon, winning the Mount Dora Half Marathon three times, and taking first place at the 2017 Napa Valley Marathon. This unique background allows her to connect with other top athletes on a personal level, resulting in more insightful and authentic interviews for the LettyRuns YouTube channel and The Marathon Running Podcast.
In addition to her role at Marathon Media, Erica is the founder of Exclusive Endurance, where she applies her expertise to coach runners of all levels. Her contributions are vital to our mission, as they allow us to produce unparalleled, expert analysis and content that sets a new standard for running media.