When Paul's son Luke was born with spina bifida, Paul and Amy Wilson spent the first weeks of their son’s life feeling distraught and helpless, each trying to find some way to help their baby.
During this time, Paul paced the halls of Wolfson Children's Hospitals' lobby looking at a pictorial display that showcases the hospital’s history. Paul wanted to give back to Wolfson for helping his son, Luke. He decided to run a mile for every year Wolfson has been helping children.
"Wolfson gave me the greatest gift:
my son had
the chance to celebrate
his first birthday and every
one after
that. This is me giving back!"
Background
- Originally from Philadelphia, has lived in Jacksonville for 20 years
- Graduate of the University of North Florida
- Sales Consultant for PSS World Medical (Physicians Sales and Services)
- Realtor with Watson Realty for 12 years
Passions/Interests
- Running, family and the Jacksonville community
- Enjoys a beautiful life with wife (Amy) and son (Luke)
Running Career
- A runner for more than 20 years
- Has completed more than 25 marathons
- Has completed 6 Iron Man competitions
(2.4-mi swim + 112-mile bike ride + 26.3-mile run = 140.7 miles total!)
- The Wolfson Children’s Hospital Ultra Marathon will be his first ultra marathon
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