Annual Election 

Member in good standing since October of 2013 who has been an active participant and volunteer in the majority of Mystic hosted events during that time.

Past Contributions

• Former Vice President of the Board for 5 years from 2015-2019.

• Coordinator of the Mystic Runners Banquet for many years.

•  Coordinator of volunteers for BAA events such as packet stuffing and water stops

• Participant and/or volunteer coordinator for relay events such as Lynn Woods Relay, Mill Cities, Reach the Beach, 26 x1 relay, and 24-Hour Relay Around the Lake

•  In the five years I served on the Board, I helped grow the Mystic Runners membership by approximately 200 members and created relationships with area clubs by hosting them at our weekly 5K’s and attending their sponsored events.

Objective: To return to the Mystic Runners Board of Directors with the goal of strengthening our club’s culture, transparency, and member and community engagement. I aim to support fair and consistent processes, expand opportunities for all runners, and foster a positive, inclusive environment where every member feels heard, valued, and motivated to reach their goals.

Above all, my personal goal is to help the Mystic Runners be recognized as a truly welcoming community club for people of all abilities—and to work toward growing our membership back to 300+ members, as it proudly was five years ago.

Since joining the Mystic Running Club in 2017, I’ve been fortunate to volunteer in many different capacities at Lake Q on Wednesday evenings, at packet pick-up for the Mystic Classic and Santa Dash, at the Run to Remember water stop, BAA packet stuffing and as part of the Banquet and Scholarship  Committees..I have also served on the Board since 2023. Over the years, I’ve participated in weekly Lake Q races, track workouts, 26×1, Mill Cities, Lynn Woods and Grand Prix events.

Through these experiences, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible impact our club has not only on the running community through volunteerism, but also on the local community through our high school scholarships. Most importantly, I’ve witnessed the constant support and encouragement we extend to runners of all abilities. When I joined, I hoped the club would motivate me to run more; I never expected to gain so many lasting friendships and meaningful memories.

I am running for re-election to the Board because I want to continue giving back to the club that has given so much to me. My goal is to help the Mystics keep growing, welcoming new members, and encouraging more people to get involved. This club has had a such positive impact on my life, and I would be grateful for the opportunity to continue serving.

My name is Shaun Hannafin, and I’m excited to run for Vice President of the Mystic Runners. I live in Reading with my wife and our 5-year-old daughter.

I joined the club at the end of 2023 and, like many of you, quickly fell in love with the energy and joy of running around Lake Quannapowitt every Wednesday night. That weekly 5K has become one of the highlights of my week—not just for the workout, but for the people who make this club feel like home.

In 2024, I had the privilege of serving as the Sponsorship Coordinator for the Mystic Runners Santa Dash Classic 5K and spearheaded the fundraiser at Main St. Grill and Taphouse. This year, I stepped up to volunteer as the Race Director.

As Vice President, my focus would be on growing and strengthening the club: attracting new members, engaging current members, and ensuring that the Mystic Runners continues to be a welcoming and inclusive place for runners of all levels. Whether someone is chasing a PR or simply looking for a supportive running community, I want every person who shows up to feel valued and encouraged.

It would be an honor to serve the Mystic Runners in a greater capacity. Thank you for your consideration and I’ll see you around the lake or at the track!