MilkPEP made a powerful impact in Washington, D.C. last April by bringing Every Woman’s Marathon to life through a dynamic community activation and world premiere of the inspiring documentary, Forward is a Pace, at FilmFest DC.

Running Together, Powered by Milk

In partnership with Maola Dairies, Team Milk hosted a vibrant community 5K run that brought together local D.C. runners, influencers, and Team Milk members. The event was more than just a run — it was a celebration of strength, community, and the power of milk as a performance beverage. Participants were treated to post-run refreshments including chocolate milk, a coffee and smoothie bar, and the opportunity to connect with fellow runners. MilkPEP extends its gratitude to Maola Dairies for supplying the milk for all to enjoy.

“With the opportunity to localize EWM, we knew we had to be involved since one of the screening locations, Washington, D.C., was in our core market area,” says Taylor Mickelberry, Digital Marketing Manager at Maola Dairies. “The running community is so strong and engaged that it provided the perfect chance for us to introduce a local brand that provides nutritional benefits post-run. The energy in the room was palpable and it was all framed around our product and milk’s contribution to the running community.”

A Cinematic Celebration of Women’s Strength

Following the run, attendees were among the first to experience the premiere of Forward is a Pace, a documentary that captures the spirit and stories behind Every Woman’s Marathon. The screening was followed by an exclusive panel discussion featuring two of the film’s inspiring runners, moderated by journalist and Hurdle podcast host Emily Abbate. The event was a heartfelt tribute to the resilience and determination of women runners across the country.

Expanding the Mission Nationwide

The momentum continues as Forward is a Pace screens at festivals nationwide in partnership with industry partners including:

  • Brooklyn Film Festival with ADANE & GarelickTruMoo
  • Bentonville Film Festival with Hiland Dairy
  • Woods Hole Festival with Garelick & TruMoo
  • LA Shorts IFF with Alta Dena
  • Twin Cities Film Fest with Midwest Dairy and Kemps

 

As EWM continues to gain traction, we invite you to join Team Milk! If you’re a milk processor/brand or a state and regional organization, you can access the Industry Amplification Guide on the Resource Hub for exclusive EWM content, customizable for your channels. If you’re interested in running or learning more about Every Woman’s Marathon, please go to www.everywomansmarathon.com.

Scottsdale here we come!