Boston Marathon 2015 Runner Profile: Amy Mullen

Name: Amy Mullen

Age: 27

Occupation: Non-profit program manager

Marathon Experience: “None! This is my first marathon. I have run five half marathons, and trained for a sixth this winter, but that one was canceled (Hyannis, due to snow).”

Reason for running: “I am running to raise money for the non-profit where I work. Metropolitan Boston Housing Partnership is a regional non-profit housing agency that serves Boston and 32 surrounding communities, including Medford.”

Charity: Metropolitan Boston Housing Partnership

Training tip: “End your run in Medford Square and pick up a coffee at Mystic Coffee Roaster and a doughnut at Donuts with a Difference!”

Bib number: 30439

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