Continental Tire signs on as presenting sponsor for Mississippi Blues Marathon
Participating in this sponsorship deal:
About Sponsor:
Continental AG, internally often called Conti for short, is a worldwide leading German manufacturer of tires, brake systems, vehicle stability control systems, engine injection systems, tachographs and other parts for the automotive and transport industries. The company is based in Hanover, Germany. It is the world's 4th largest tire manufacturer after Bridgestone, Michelin and Goodyear. It was founded in 1871 as a rubber manufacturer, Continental-Caoutchouc und Gutta-Percha Compagnie. After acquiring Siemens VDO, it has become one of the top 5 automotive suppliers in the world.
About Property:
The Mississippi Blues Marathon, held in Jackson, Mississippi in January, is an annual running event that attracts runners from all 50 states and more than 15 countries. The Mississippi Blues Marathon events include a marathon, half-marathon, quarter marathon and marathon team relay.