Liver Life Challenge leaders set the tone for training, fundraising, and race‑day camaraderie, leading with heart, grit, and a commitment that carries our community from the first training mile to the final finish line moment. Meet the standout individuals of 2025 and discover what fuels them to push limits and champion the fight against liver disease through some of the world’s most iconic endurance events.
Jessica Moran - 2025 Berlin Marathon Team Captain
Jess ran the Berlin Marathon with Team ALF to honor her father, her biggest supporter, who tragically passed away from liver cancer in 2022, just months after his diagnosis.
“He was my biggest supporter, whether I was learning to build something new or chasing another crazy race goal. Losing him was heartbreaking, but his strength, generosity, and love continue to guide me every day.” – Jessica Moran
Maddie Petre - 2025 Chicago Marathon Team Captain
After losing her fiancé, Michael, to Hepatocellular Carcinoma in July 2022, Maddie honored his strength and bravery by running the Chicago Marathon with Team ALF.
“Michael was diagnosed with liver cancer in March of 2021. At the time, he was a healthy 24-year-old, making this diagnosis a shock to us all. His diagnosis, 15-month cancer battle, and death were a reminder of how short life can be and how lucky we are to have able bodies and the ability to move and experience life. Since losing Michael, running has been a way I've felt gratitude to my body, knowing how quickly that can change.” – Maddie Petre
Victoria Dennis & Zoe Johnson - 2025 NYC Marathon Team Captains
In 2023, Zoe donated 65% of her liver to her friend, Victoria. This remarkable duo celebrated their 2-year transplant anniversary by running the NYC Marathon with Team ALF.
“On November 14, 2023, I donated 65% of my liver to Vicky, who had Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) and Autoimmune Hepatitis, at NY Presbyterian - Columbia/Cornell in Manhattan. We were both 30 at the time. Now, we're both thriving thanks to the truly incredible science of live liver transplantation!” – Zoe Johnson
2025 Boston Marathon Runners Council - Tina Chirgwin, Molly Dillon, Kate Gates, Sophie Long, Colleen Logan, Brian MacMahon, Ceara Souza, Emily Tully and Sarah Tully.
Our Runners Council not only trains and fundraises for the Boston Marathon, but they also uplift every single member of Team ALF. Their dedication, encouragement, and leadership helped energize our entire 2025 Boston Marathon team from kickoff through the finish line.
Cameron Dixon – 2025 LIVEr Life Champion
After courageously becoming a living liver donor for her mom in 2023, Cameron turned her strength into action by running the 129th Boston Marathon with Team ALF in 2024.
“This experience has profoundly shaped me. As an Applied Health and Fitness major with aspirations to become a personal trainer, I’ve always been passionate about health, fitness, and helping others. Donating my liver to my mom revealed the strength and courage we both possess and reinforced my commitment to leading a life dedicated to helping others.” – Cameron Dixon
Cameron continues to inspire, most recently pushing her body to the next level by completing the Pinhoti 100 Mile event. Her dedication reminds us of what the Liver Life Challenge is all about—pushing boundaries and making a difference.
These leaders show what’s possible when passion meets purpose, and we are so grateful for their support on and off the course. Be part of Team ALF by joining the Liver Life Challenge today and make a difference with every mile.