Meet the Team
At Game Changers Running Company—serving St. Simons Island, Richmond Hill, and Amelia Island—our team is made up of real runners. We’re passionate about helping you find the right running shoes, apparel, and nutrition products to support your goals. Our culture is built on humility, respect, hard work, accountability, fun, and trust—and we love what we do! Stop by one of our locations to meet the team and see why we’ve been trusted by the running community for over a decade!
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Team Member, St.Simons Island
Ruthie Akins
Ruthie brings years of running experience to our team. In addition to her experience with varsity cross country, swim, and track, Ruthie is also a member of her school's BETA Club, FBLA, FCA, and competition math team!

Assistant Manager, Richmond Hill
Justice Beem
A people person with a passion for fitness, Justice combines her love for working out and running with her drive to help all customers. Her outgoing and energetic nature lights up every interaction.

Owner
Dana Cameron
Dana enjoys helping our customers find the best shoe for them. She is a great listener, and is always looking for a solution. Dana loves running local 5Ks & 10Ks with our team.

Owner
John Cameron
John brings decades of experience in running, swimming, and cycling to the shop as an Ironman and triathlon coach. He is also well versed on nutrition and training strategies.

Team Member, St.Simons Island
Tavel Cowan
Tavel has completed all types of races, but her favorites are Disney Races! She is also an avid believer in having a great pair of socks with your new shoes.

Regional Manager
Christine Ewart
Christine started running cross country when she was in fifth grade and continued through her senior year of high school. She has completed two half marathons, but her favorite race to do is a 10K!
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Store Manager, Richmond Hill
Kevin Hancok
Kevin's running background consists of road racing and triathlon. Kevin also has decades of experience in personal training, strength and recovery and certified in PES. Kevin is our in house guru for mobility and injury prevention.
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Store Manager, St.Simons Island
Samantha Kepler
With years of college athletics experience and a half marathon under her belt, Samantha loves running, riding her bike, and giving the best customer service around!

Team Member, St.Simons Island
Ann Levasseur
Ann loves to run, walk, and bike everywhere on Saint Simons. She is a member of the GITC, where she helps organize volunteers for events.
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Team Member, Richmond Hill
Olivia Lott
Olivia is a student at Georgia Southern studying Elementary Education/Special Education/Spanish. She ran cross country for five years and finds joy in others enjoying it as well!

Team Member, Amelia Island
Jessica Macdonald
Meet Jessica, our passionate five time marathon runner, but she will tell you half-marathons are her favorite distances. She's passionate about helping runners of all levels find their perfect shoe and gear to reach their goals. She's always ready to share her knowledge and encouragement to help you succeed and enjoy every step of your running journey!
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Team Member, St.Simons Island
Marsha McCrea
As a seasoned runner, Marsha is great at fitting people for shoes for their long runs, quick miles, and everything in between! From 5Ks to marathons, Marsha has done too many races to count, but her new favorite is the Savannah Southern Half!
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Team Member, Richmond Hill
Julissa Rhodes
Julissa is an Army Veteran with a strong passion for fitnress. A self-proclaimed gym junkie and avid runner, she's always working to increase her distance and endurance. Julissa genuinely enjoys helping others begin their fitness or running journey and loves preparing experienced runners for their upcoming races.

Manager, Amelia Island
Katie Ross
Katie began running at a young age, and loves to run with new and old friends. She loves meeting new runners and walkers at local group runs.
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Team Member, Richmond Hill
Denisse Torres
A passionate runner for over 15 years, from 5Ks to ultramarathons, Denisse brings friendly energy and a love for the sport to every intereaction. For her, it's all about running!

Assistant Manager, Amelia Island
Melanie Watts
Melanie is a passionate distance runner who loves exploring every trail, beach, and hidden path across Amelia Island. When she’s not logging miles, she’s vlogging her running adventures, sharing tips, scenic routes, and the joy of island life one stride at a time!
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Team Member, St.Simons Island
Chris Wilson
When he's not running, helping people find their perfect shoe, or designing graphics for work, Chris enjoys skateboarding with his friends and working on art!
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Team Member, St.Simons Island
Carri Zoul
​Carri is a Chicago native who enjoys long brisk walks, strength training, and staying consistent in the gym. At Game Changers, you can trust her to guide you to the right walking or running shoe with an easygoing vibe and a focus on getting you what you actually need!
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