By combining their entrepreneurial spirit, creative DNA, and a drive to provide parents with a safe way to travel with their little ones, Eric McGehearty and his wife Heather launch BabySafeTravel.com.

Due to the success of their online marketing efforts promoting BabySafeTravel.com, Eric is motivated to bring that level of success to other businesses and launches digital marketing agency Globe Runner in Dallas, Texas

To meet the growing demands of Globe Runner, Eric expands from a home-based business to its first commercial location in Lewisville, Texas.

As Globe Runner grows and Eric gains notoriety within the D/FW digital marketing community, he joins the Board of Directors of the Dallas/Ft. Worth Search Engine Marketing Association (DFWSEM).

Eric publishes his first article in Forbes magazine, and becomes a mentor for the healthcare startup incubator Health Wildcatters.

The Dallas Morning News profiles Globe Runner and Eric becomes Membership Chair of the Entrepreneur’s Organization. To accommodate growth, Globe Runner relocates its offices to Addison, Texas.

Globe Runner acquires Black Lab Creative, a full-service creative agency, which expands its capabilities and expertise, further solidifying Globe Runner as a leading digital marketing agency.

Leading national publication Inc. selects Globe Runner to its Inc. 5,000 List, recognizing the agency as one of the 5,000 fastest growing privately held companies in the United States.

Globe Runner acquires 15-year-old Dallas digital marketing agency Accelerate Online Marketing, adding several industry-leading digital marketing professionals and growing its list of valued customers.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Globe Runner successfully launches its Virtual Office initiative, which keeps employees safe and highly productive while working remotely.