The Glasgow Kiltwalk takes place on 30th April with thousands expected to participate, and a number of Arnold Clark employees among them. We’ve been speaking to some of our staff to find out about what inspired them to participate in the Kiltwalk and the causes they’re supporting.
Tracey McCallum is the events and facilities manager at Arnold Clark’s training company, GTG. She’s taking part in the Big Stroll, which covers a challenging 15 miles.
She won’t be alone as she strides through Scotland’s biggest city on the day though. ‘Along with my colleagues, Melissa Herson, Oonagh Frew and Jane Henderson, we want to raise awareness of the fantastic work that The Beatson do and raise as much money as possible for them.’
Tracey McCallum decided to participate in the Kiltwalk after family member Wilma Bailey was supported by Beatson Cancer Charity during her illness.
Tracey said: ‘Wilma Bailey was first diagnosed with breast cancer in February 2010 just before turning 50. She was a fantastic mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, a true inspiration to us all. Treatment was prompt and Wilma attended The Beatson to see specialist doctors and nurses. Wilma showed dignity and true fighting spirit every step of the way in her battle with cancer, driven by the help and support of all staff at the centre. Our Wilma fought the fight of all fights, until with great sadness she lost her battle for life on the 8th of May 2016.
Arnold Clark is supporting employees by doubling any money raised up to £1000. Tracey’s target is £500 but she’s optimistic she might be able to even reach the £1000 mark.
As a regular walker, the 15 miles shouldn’t prove too much of a challenge for Tracey. She said: ‘I enjoy walking and always said I would complete the West Highland Way before I turned 40. So I am squeezing this in two weeks before the Kiltwalk, as my 40th birthday is the 15th of April. If that’s not training, I don’t know what is!’
Everyone at Arnold Clark wishes Tracey all the best for the big day.