As a rule, Taptu runs really well, but when we talk about actual running, the company falls a little short of the mark.

Taptu, like all the other companies in the Cambridge Science Park, took part in the annual Science Park fun run in aid of Children in Need. For those who don’t know, the fun run is a four person relay race around the Science Park, a full circuit of which is about 1.1 miles. So with 4 teams (and one Stephen), Taptu was in the running (!) for success. Team one was led by Conor  (Business development isn’t his only talent), team two was helmed by Cameron  (the editor of Taptu Loves…), team three was guided by Becky (Feedback whizz) and team four was captained by Lynsey (our very own Miss MoneyPenny, head of finance). Obviously, the aim of the game was not to win, but to raise as much money as possible. However, there was no escaping our natural competitiveness and, as a result, things got serious!

The warm up was led by Conor, Taptu’s answer to Mr Motivator – thankfully without the lycra. Once warmed up, we were all ready and raring to go, but there was just time to admire the fancy dress costumes on display, which did not disappoint.

In the end team one, true to form, finished first out of the Taptu teams, although Taptu missed out on the award for the fastest company, which, I hasten to add, is not a reflection of our search engine!

A special mention should also be made of Rosie B for individually raising the most money for charity: a whopping £85. In total, Taptu raised over £500 for Children in Need.

To see the team in all its glory, have a look at our Flickr photoset.

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