| Brian France | |
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| Born | August 2, 1962 |
| Nationality | United States |
| Alma mater | University of Central Florida |
| Known for | Current CEO and chairman of NASCAR (2003-present) |
Brian France (born August 2, 1962) is the CEO and chairman of NASCAR, taking over the position from his father, Bill France, Jr., in 2003 [1]. He had previously managed NASCAR's marketing department and touring divisions and was involved in the creation of the Craftsman Truck Series.
France is also the head of Brandsense, a marketing company whose clients include Tony Stewart, the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, and Britney Spears. France graduated from the University of Central Florida.[1]
Career highlights
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- Named by Time Magazine as One of the Century's Most Influential in "TIME 100"
- Owns all licensing rights and royalties to Britney Spears fragrances.
- Named one of the five most powerful sports executives by The Sporting News in 2005
- Oversaw the beginning of the Chase for the NEXTEL Cup in 2004
- Negotiated new television deals with several networks in 1999 and 2005
- Manager of NASCAR's Los Angeles office, becoming a liaison between NASCAR and the entertainment industry
- Co-founder of the Craftsman Truck Series in 1995
- Managed several short tracks, including Tucson Raceway Park in Arizona
Personal
- Divorced his wife, Amy, in April of 2008. France sued his ex-wife in December that year.
References
- ^ "Brian France: NASCAR's Chip Off The Old (engine) Block". The Hall Of Fame Network. http://www.hofmag.com/content/view/615/60/. Retrieved 2009-08-31.
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