Miles eyes lights for Speedway, postseason for IndyCar
While new Hulman & Co. CEO Mark Miles said his first priority is to grow the IndyCar Series, there’s no doubt he plans to do the same for the IMS. And growth means change.
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Hulman & Co. CEO seeks to overhaul IndyCar management
Mark Miles isn’t likely to stop at simply hiring a replacement for Randy Bernard, racing sources said. He also aims to build a new IndyCar Series management structure and hire a new executive team.
Miles facing toughest challenge with IndyCar
Building trust between the IndyCar paddock and front office is fine. But that bridge will lead to nowhere unless new Hulman & Co. CEO Mark Miles and IndyCar Series and IMS boss Jeff Belskus can build an audience for the sport.
Signs point to internal hire to replace Bernard as IndyCar CEO
The board of directors overseeing the IndyCar Series is not employing a search firm to look for a new CEO, and three internal candidates have risen to the top of a list of potential replacements for Randy Bernard.
IndyCar confronts ‘defining moment’
The IndyCar Series is approaching a three-pronged fork in the road, and the path its leaders choose will have long-lasting implications for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Indianapolis 500.
Belskus to serve as interim IndyCar CEO after Bernard’s exit
Jeff Belskus, the president of Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and the president and CEO of Hulman & Co., will step in as interim CEO of the IndyCar Series, replacing Randy Bernard.
George reportedly submits offer to buy IndyCar
Tony George has offered a seven-figure cash proposal to take over operations and assume future losses for the IndyCar Series.
Brickyard 400 profitable despite falling crowds, experts say
Despite sharp attendance declines in recent years at the Brickyard 400, the NASCAR event remains hugely profitable for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, motorsports industry experts say.
Speedway mulls installing lights for NASCAR race
Indianapolis Motor Speedway and NASCAR officials remain committed to the long-term future of the Sprint Cup race at the Brickyard, predict double-digit percentage attendance gains this year.
IMS IndyCar road race seen as threat to Indy 500
There is little to no chance the Indianapolis Motor Speedway will host an IndyCar road race this year, next year or for the foreseeable future.
Brickyard boss likely to have sway over Bernard’s future
Though he keeps a low profile, Indianapolis Motor Speedway CEO Jeff Belskus will have a big say in whether Randy Bernard survives after this year as the IndyCar Series leader.
Speedway traditions sacrificed, and IndyCar better for it
Three years ago when the board overseeing the Indianapolis Motor Speedway fired one of its own as CEO, it looked like IndyCar racing was headed for an ugly crash. Today, the future looks much brighter.
Indy 500 Last Row Party rolls out new features
One of the Indy 500’s best peripheral events, the Last Row Party celebrates its 40th anniversary. Organizers have several special activities and guests slated this year.
IMS officials hope new cars boost attendance, TV ratings
Gearheads are sure to be excited over the new engine and chassis package at the Indianapolis 500 this year, but IMS and IndyCar Series officials hope the highly publicized changes will be enough to grab the attention of more casual fans and create an attendance and TV ratings boost.
New ads reflect IMS’ more-aggressive sponsorship mindset
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is selling advertising along the world-famous, 103-year-old race course for the first time ever, a break with tradition that promises to boost its financial firepower as racetracks nationwide are struggling.
Hulman & Co. adds heavy-hitters to board
Hulman & Co. has added four prominent businessmen to its board of directors. The move marks the second major addition to its board in 13 months.
Speedway leader named CEO of Hulman & Co.
Directors appointed Jeffrey G. Belskus president and CEO of the Terre Haute-based company effective Oct. 1. Hulman & Co. is the family owned firm that oversees the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IndyCar Series, as well as Clabber Girl Baking Powder and other holdings.
MotoGP race-day attendance up; three-day total down
Speedway officials expect an announcement within 30 days about whether the MotoGP race will be held in Indianapolis in 2012.
City expects weather to boost MotoGP’s economic impact
Sunny, mild weather could provide a 15-percent increase to the economic impact of this weekend's MotoGP events. Motorsports business experts said the city could see a $30 million impact.
Brickyard 400 attendance becoming major concern
Future of Brickyard 400 is another weighty issue for Hulman & Co. board of directors to ponder.