About us

A new way for runners to connect.

Built for the community, by the community.

A group of runners laughing together after their weekend run

Who we are

Running becomes magical when people run together.

Runners Junction is an initiative of Runner’s Junction Sports Ventures, based in Kochi, Kerala.

Behind it is a collective of ideators, concept strategists, event professionals, marathon race directors, content creators, technologists and people who have spent years thinking about running, communities and human connection.

Through those collective experiences, that one powerful truth kept emerging.

The collective

Different minds. One simple idea.

Runners Junction was not born from one person or one event.

It emerged from conversations, experiences and collective brainstorming among people from different worlds — running, events, strategy, technology, content and community building.

The question was surprisingly simple:

Why should people have to wait for a race, a club or an organised event just to find someone to run with?

What if running could be more open?

What if anyone could simply find people nearby, show up and run?

That thinking became Runners Junction.

Where the idea began

The idea started with an observation.

Runners are everywhere. But runners don’t always know each other.

Someone may want company for a morning run. Someone else may be looking for a few people for an evening jog. Another person may simply want to meet people and start moving again.

Runners Junction creates a simple place for those people to find each other.

No complicated structure.
No hierarchy.
No need to wait for an organised race.

Simply show up.

The people behind Runners Junction

Different minds. Decades of experience. One shared vision.

Runners Junction brings together entrepreneurship, event management, technology and sporting excellence—united by one simple belief: running should bring people together.

Ideation & Strategy

Anand Cheripuram

Co-Founder

26 years experience
India · UAE · Australia
Conceived Runners Junction

An entrepreneur and concept strategist with 26 years of professional experience and business operations across India, the UAE and Australia, Anand Cheripuram is the original mind behind Runners Junction. His vision is to democratize running, enabling anyone to find, join or host a run. He believes that running can go beyond fitness to create meaningful relationships, stronger communities and new opportunities for human connection.

Business & Growth

Anish Paul

Co-Founder

30 years in events
Co-owner, Kochi Marathon

An entrepreneur and veteran Indian event management professional with 30 years of experience, Anish Paul is also a co-owner of the Kochi Marathon. His extensive expertise in large-scale sporting events, business development and event management brings valuable industry insight to Runners Junction. Combining entrepreneurial vision with decades of hands-on experience, he plays a key role in building the platform’s operational strength, strategic partnerships and nationwide growth.

Technology & Product

Sreejith T

Chief Technologist

20 years in Tech
Tech Entrepreneur

Sreejith T is a technology entrepreneur with 20 years of experience in software development and a strong focus on AI automation. He brings a strong technical background and a sharp business sense, and has helped clients in India, the UAE and the US build and grow their software products. He is also the founder of Floges Software Solutions. At Runners Junction, he leads the technology. His vision is a platform that makes it easy for runners and clubs to connect and grow together.

Running & Community

Anand Menezes

Country Captain

Indian Olympian
Former national sprint champion

An Indian Olympian, former national sprint champion and accomplished international athlete, Anand Menezes brings decades of experience in competitive athletics and sporting development. As Country Captain of Runners Junction, he champions grassroots participation, inclusivity and community running, inspiring people across India to discover the joy of running together. His association brings sporting experience, credibility and a deep commitment to making running accessible to everyone.

Runners Junction. Different journeys. Different strengths. One purpose.

Simply show up.

India’s run hosting platform

Runners Junction is a space where any runner can be a host.

Start a sunrise run at Marine Drive.
Find a partner for your 6 PM jog.
Join a weekend crew.
Or build your own.

No complicated formalities. No bureaucracy. Just runners.

What we believe

The core values that drive us forward.

Every Run Has a Story: Whether it's your first 5K or your fiftieth marathon, every step you take adds to your unique journey.
Community is Key: We believe community is built one small run at a time. It's about showing up for each other.
More Than Distance: Running isn't just about distance — it's about connection, confidence, and finding joy in movement.

Our mission

To make running more accessible, social, and deeply human.

By helping runners discover each other, support each other and grow together.

We want to democratize running — making it possible for anyone to find a run, join a run or host one, without unnecessary barriers or formalities.

Because sometimes a run can lead to more than fitness. It can lead to

A conversation.
A friendship.
A meaningful relationship.
A new community.

Or simply the feeling that you don’t have to run alone.

Our promise

What you can count on.

01
A platform designed for everyday runners.
02
A community shaped by you.
03
A movement that starts by showing up.

Runners Junction.
Simply show up.

Find a run. Join a run. Host a run.

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