"Jim’s leadership, vision and deeply-rooted knowledge of motorsports have been invaluable to the advancement of NASCAR. His ability to cut through intricate matters, develop relationships and consensus across the varying stakeholder groups has, and will continue to, guide and serve the sport well."
Jim France, Chairman and CEO, NASCAR
"Penske Racing has worked with Jim for many years, navigating complex governance, competition and commercial-related matters. He’s a trusted and consummate professional with a balanced approach and perspective that is founded on years of experience and expertise."
Roger Penske, Chairman of the Board, Penske Corporation
"Jim is accomplished at balancing and leading the broad and evolving business landscape across NASCAR. He brings a deep background and level of professionalism that serves motorsports well, and that transcends other sports and related authorities."
Nick Craw, Former Senate President, Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile
"Put simply, Jim is as universally respected in motorsports as you can find. He was instrumental as Toyota entered NASCAR nearly two decades ago, taking time along the way to understand and appreciate our business philosophy, investment and commitment to racing."
David Wilson, President, Toyota Racing Development U.S.A.
"Jim joined the Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH) board of directors in 2019 and immediately made a positive impact on the business. His deep experience and perspective helped PMH identify opportunity and catapult growth, much of which was realized during the pandemic. It’s no coincidence that PMH enjoyed 20+ percent CAGR during his board tenure, ultimately setting the table transactionally, and for next-phase growth, with Velocity Capital."
Tony Parella, Founder and CEO, Parella Motorsports Holdings