(A very special thanks for documenting our day at RTBC – 2012 - to the excellent photo journalist Solomon Rosenthal – solomon@rosenthalmedia.com –  Rosenthal Media Consulting )

Wilmette, IL (December 4, 2012) – For Immediate Release

Tim Frost, organizer of the Race Track Business Conference Director said the “conference was able to appeal to its target audience from the motorsports industry while serving up the topical issues concerning their respective forms of racing.” Frost is reporting that the one-day conference, which recently ended in Orlando, Florida, exceeded our expectations. “We confirmed that there was high interest in the business and the quality of the participants, spoke to the demand of connecting away from the race track.”

The mixed speakers’ group which included track operators, sanctioning body executives, track designers, construction managers, attorneys, financiers, marketing professionals, racing and driving school directors, and other leaders were “excited about the opportunity to be involved.”

Legendary promoter Humpy Wheeler headlined the day’s activities.  “It’s good to see people get together in the racing business as we’re all fighting the same battle with an economy that hasn’t yet comeback yet,” said Wheeler.  “That’s when the real promoters come out and you have to do things different.  Creativity comes from and exchange of ideas you have at a conference like this.  It’s a great setting with PRI, which is just a tremendous show.  You can sense how big the racing industry is when you come down here.”

Tim Frost, publisher of National Speedway Directory said “the event exceeded our expectations.  PRI has been great.  The entire team has been fantastic to us.  From an event standpoint, we’re excited to be part of this team.”

“It’s very important for us to have events co-locate with us to have everyone in the racing industry together all at one place, all at one time,” said John Kilroy, PRI Trade Show Producer. “We think it’s invaluable to have PRI buyers not only attend the PRI Trade Show to see all the newest parts and technology for the 2013 season, but also to have the opportunity to attend a racing business seminar. We’re standing here seeing race professionals from all around the industry. It’s more than we imagined when we first began Race Industry Week.”

About National Speedway Directory

National Speedway Directory (www.speedwaysonline.com) is an information source for the motorsports industry. Published annually since 1975, the publication lists information on tracks, sanctions, publications, museums, and race schedules. In addition, they are the developers of Track Guide, a mobile app for the iPhone and Android.

About Performance Racing Industry

Performance Racing Industry, (www.performanceracing.com), a monthly business magazine, is recognized as “The Voice of the Racing Marketplace.” Targeted at the racing trade, PRI connects manufacturers of racing products and technology with the distribution channels of retailers, builders, distributors, and teams. The PRI Show is the world’s largest auto racing trade show.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Timothy W. Frost – National Speedway Directory (847) 853-0294 (w) twfrost@speedwaysonline.com

John Kilroy – Performance Racing Industry (949) 499-5413 (w) johnk@performanceracing.com

Race Track Business Conference – 2012 Supports Victory Junction

Wilmette, IL (November 28, 2012) – For Immediate Release

The Race Track Business Conference – 2012 (RTBC – 2012), has decided to support Victory Junction to help to provide the life changing experiences children and their families have come to cherish. A donation will be made on behalf of the speakers and attendees at the event to Victory Junction. RTBC – 2012, will be held on November 28, 2012 in Orlando, Florida, in conjunction with the Performance Racing Industry trade show.

This gift will be assist in the operation of the camp and the betterment of each child and family involved in Victory Junction. This special camp was built by charitable contributions and continues to function entirely on donations.

“The camp relies on the support of donors, so I want to thank the RTBC – 2012 for what they are doing,“ said Kinsley Parsons, Development Associate of the camp. “Every donation and contribution counts and truly makes a difference in the lives of these children.”

“We are pleased to support Victory Junction.  Their programs and initiatives have enriched the lives of children for many years,” said Timothy W. Frost, Publisher of National Speedway Directory.  “The motorsports industry enjoys a strong relationship with this organization as they continue their charitable endeavors.”

About Victory Junction

Victory Junction is a year-round camping environment for children, ages six to 16, with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses. Founded by Kyle and Pattie Petty, in honor of their son Adam, the camp is located in Randleman, N.C. Victory Junction offers programs for a range of disease groups and maintains strong relationships with more than 30 partner hospitals. Victory Junction’s mission is to provide life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering, in a safe and medically-sound environment, always free of charge. As a not-for-profit organization, the camp operates solely through the support of generous individuals, foundations, organizations and corporations to provide this experience at no charge to children and their families. Since the camp’s inception, Victory Junction has served more than 17,000 children and families.  For more information or to donate, visit www.victoryjunction.org.

About National Speedway Directory

National Speedway Directory (www.speedwaysonline.com) is an information source for the motorsports industry.  Published annually since 1975, the publication lists information on tracks, sanctions, publications, museums, and race schedules.  In addition, they are the developers of Track Guide, a mobile app for the iphone and android. The Race Track Business Conference (www.racetrackbusinessconference.com) will bring racing professionals to discuss and debate topics facing motorsports facilities.

About Performance Racing Industry

Performance Racing Industry, (www.performanceracing.com), a monthly business magazine, is recognized as “The Voice of the Racing Marketplace.”  Targeted  at the racing trade, PRI connects manufacturers of racing products and technology with the distribution channels of retailers, builders, distributors, and teams.  The PRI Show is the world’s largest auto racing trade show.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Kinsley Parsons – Victory Junction

(704) 896-9694 (w)

kparsons@victoryjunction.org

Timothy W. Frost – National Speedway Directory

(847) 853-0294 (w)

twfrost@speedwaysonline.com

RTBC – 2012 – Last Chance to Register 

There’s still time to join industry leaders as they gather to discuss and debate topics facing motorsports facilities. Presentations and panels from racing professionals provide practical insights into complex issues.

Sessions

Sign up to attend RTBC – 2012 and learn about these topics and more:

• State of the Industry – Tracks – expanding or contracting.
• Facility Operations – Permanent vs. temporary.
• Event Marketing – Email, print, or social media.
• Finance and Legal – Lending and liablity.
• Special Events – Managing non-traditional venues.
• Insider Insights – Views from the legend.
• Sponsorship and Advertising – Measuring the investment.
• Media and Broadcasting – Content on many platforms.
• Mobile App Development – Cost and development time.
• New Venue Construction – Utilization and safety.

Charity

The Race Track Business Conference – 2012 (RTBC – 2012) is pleased to announce our partnership with Victory Junction to help provide the life changing experiences children and their families have come to cherish. A donation will be made on behalf of the speakers and attendees at the event to Victory Junction.

Registration Information

The cost to attend RTBC-2012 is $250. This cost includes lunch and admission to the PRI Trade Show.

Additional seminar information on RTBC – 2012 can be found at www.racetrackbusinessconference.com. Contact Tim Frost – Director – RTBC by email twfrost@racetrackbusinessconference.com or calling (847) 853-0294.

The Race Track Business Conference – 2012 is pleased to announce the release of the agenda for its gathering on Wednesday, November 28, said Tim Frost, publisher of National Speedway Directory.

With eight cutting edge presentions from leading industry professionals, RTBC-2012 will provide attendees with an outstanding overview on the current status of motorsports – on and off the track.

Sessions include:

• Facility Operations
• Electronic Ticketing and Marketing
• Finance and Legal
• Special and Non-Traditional Events
• Sponsorship and Advertising
• Media and Broadcasting
• Mobile App Development
• Venue Construction

The event will be held just prior and in conjunction with the Performance Racing Industry Show, the centerpiece event for Race Industry Week 2012. The PRI Show runs from Thursday November 29, to Saturday December 1, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Occupying 750,000 square feet, it features over 1,000 exhibits of new racing technology and draws 38,000 buyers from across the US, as well as 72 countries.

The cost to attend RTBC-2012 is $250. This cost includes lunch and admission to the PRI Trade Show.

Additional seminar information on RTBC – 2012 can be found at www.racetrackbusinessconference.com. Contact Tim Frost – Director – RTBC by email twfrost@racetrackbusinessconference.com or calling (847) 853-0294.

The following speakers attended and presented:

 Humpy Wheeler – President – The Wheeler Company – Charlotte, NC

 Michael Culver – Chief Executive Officer – Skip Barber Racing School – Westport, CT

 Bill Doyle - Vice President – Performance Research – Newport, RI

 Jason Rittenberry – President and CEO – Palm Beach International Raceway – Jupiter, FL

 Stoke Caldwell – Partner – Robinson Bradshaw & Hinson - Charlotte, NC

Matt Efird – Associate – Robinson Bradshaw & Hinson – Charlotte, NC

 Jon Hedges – President – Hedges & Company – Cleveland, OH

 Joe Mattiolli III – Director – Pocono International Raceway – Pocono, PA

 Brian Ghidinelli - Founder – MotorsportReg.com – San Rafael, CA

 Derek Daly – President – Derek Daly Academy – Indianapolis, IN

Ralph Sheheen – Owner – Turn 3 Media – Concord, NC

Brock Yates, Jr. – Event Coordinator – One Lap of America – Pheonixville, PA

Chris Lencheski – President – Front Row Marketing Services – Bethlehem, PA

Russ Deane – Attorney – Trainum, Snowdom & Deane – Panama City, FL

Ruthie Forbes – Founder – GRand Solutions, LLC. – Speedway, IN

Gene Cottingham – Founder – GRand Solutions, LLC. – Speedway, IN

Terry Weber – Founder – Group 341 – Oklahoma City, OK

Bob Barnard – Director – Motorsports Services International – Cary, NC

David Pijot – Senior Vice President – Suntrust Bank – Daytona Beach, FL

Mark Murrell – Director – Mark Interactive – Chicago, IL

Steve Mumma – Manager – Security Engineering – Geobrugg North America, LLC

John Lopes – President – Andretti Sports Marketing – Indianapolis, IN

Justin Marks – Owner – Mooresville Motorplex – Mooresville, NC

 Mark Lubischer - Developer – Race Monitor – Denver, CO

Christian Epp – Manager – The Americas – Tilke

Richie Lewis – Director – Lucas Late Model Dirt Series

Keith Dalton – Director – Skip Barber Racing School

Bill Scott – Executive Vice President – Petty Holdings

Miriam Macmillan – Vice President – Southern California Timing Association / Bonneville Salt Flats – Speed Weeks

Marcus Flake – Senior Project Manager – Austin Commercial

Brett Edmundson – Project Manager – Austin Commercial

Tens Of Thousands of Racing Professionals To Converge On Orlando For The World’s Largest Racing Trade Show

More than 1000 racing companies will occupy 700,000 square feet of exhibit space when the massive Performance Racing Industry Trade Show—the centerpiece of Race Industry Week 2012—arrives in Orlando, Florida, in late November.

Marking its 25^th year of providing business opportunities to racing entrepreneurs, the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show promises to deliver more race-winning parts, more racing professionals, and more solutions in 2012 than can be found anywhere.

Over 1000 exhibiting companies and 38,000 racing industry buyers from across the US and 72 countries will come together November 29-December 1, 2012, in Orlando, Florida, for the world’s largest racing trade show.

On display will be the very latest advances in motorsports technology for all types of auto racing, including stock car, drag, open wheel, formula, dirt late model, prototype, off-road, sports car, karting and more.

The show offers unparalleled access and opportunities for racing businesspeople, including retailers of racing components, race engine builders, motorsport engineers, performance WDs, race car builders, race track owners and operators, and professional race teams.

“A trip to the PRI Trade Show is an investment that pays for itself in the coming year over and over again with improved sales and profits, in addition to the competitive advantages that come with knowing the latest advances in racing technology,” said John Kilroy, producer of the PRI Trade Show. “Now more than ever, it’s important to spend time with your industry to find new solutions to your business and the technical challenges in racing.”

Held in the North/South Building of the Orange County Convention Center, the PRI Trade Show is a trade-only event. It is not open to race fans, as attendees must be part of a racing business or professional race team to gain entry. There is no charge to attend.

In addition to countless racing components and motorsports engineering solutions, the PRI Trade Show’s famed Machinery Row provides race engine builders the absolute best opportunity to comparison shop precision machining equipment. More than 100 manufacturers of race shop machinery will display their latest products and have them wired for live demonstrations on race engine parts.

“With the massive Machinery Row section, and all the race engine parts suppliers that exhibit, the PRI Trade Show is a race engine builder’s dream,” added Kilroy. “There’s nothing like it anywhere in the world.”

New this year is the High-Performance Computing & Testing Technologies Zone, which is already proving to be a welcome new concept with motorsport engineering companies. Ten companies have thus far committed to exhibit in this special space on the PRI Trade Show Floor Plan.

“There is no other place that professional race teams and motorsports engineers will be able to shop so many of these race engineering and testing firms all in one place, all at one time,” said Kilroy. “The High-Performance Computing & Testing Technologies Zone will be one more ‘added attraction’ for this group of specialized buyers to come to Orlando.”

Companies currently on the 2012 PRI Trade Show Floor Plan in the High-Performance Computing & Testing Technologies Zone include 7-Test Engineering, A&D Technologies, Altair, Chassisim, Function Sim, Mechanical Sim, Michelin/Laurens Proving Grounds, Morse Measurement, OptimumG and SoVA Motion.

Returning to the Show in 2012 is Dave Despain, who will present another exciting live version of his popular Wind Tunnel TV program, which airs on Speed Channel, during the Grand Opening Breakfast on Thursday, November 29. And joining him will be none other than 15-Time NHRA Full Throttle Funny Car Champion and Driver of the Castrol GTX High Mileage Ford Mustang John Force, who rewrote the history books of NHRA racing.

New this year is the inaugural Race Track Business Conference-2012, http://racetrackbusinessconference.com/  presented by National Speedway Directory. Headlined by legendary race promoter Humpy Wheeler and featuring an outstanding panel of presenters, the RTBC-2012 will focus on issues facing motorsports professionals on and off the track, including event operations, marketing, legal matters and more. The conference takes place Wednesday, November 28, at the Orange County Convention Center.

Racing entrepreneurs who arrive early for the PRI Trade Show will have access to another all-new daylong seminar on November 28 covering the latest advances in digital marketing. “Winning the eRace” is designed to bring racing professionals up to speed on topics such as Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Google Advertising, eNewsletters, Setting Up A Virtual Store, Best Practices in Digital Advertising, Managing Forums and Social Media.

“If there is one subject where virtually every racing professional feels they need help, it is digital marketing. Media has changed dramatically, and we’re going to help racing professionals catch up,” said Kilroy. “This new event will prove very valuable to those racing entrepreneurs who come early to Orlando.”

Included in the Tech Track of the PRI Show seminars is another NEW offering for 2012: “Winning Setup Strategies For Dirt Late Models” features proven techniques of top dirt late model drivers, as well as a race engine builder, a chassis builder and more in a panel discussion headed by Dick Berggren (longtime NASCAR pit reporter for FOX TV and founder of Speedway Illustrated) and Karl Fredrickson (publisher of Speedway Illustrated).

There is no charge for the seminar, which takes place Friday, November 30, however attendees must be registered for the PRI Trade Show.

The PRI Trade Show is the centerpiece of what is known as Race Industry Week 2012. Several major events co-locate with the PRI Show in Orlando, including:

23^rd Annual Advanced Engineering Technology Conference. The most respected and longest running technical seminar series for race engine builders. November 26-28.

Vehicle Dynamics & Data Acquisition Seminar. Claude Rouelle, the renowned race engineer with 30 years of experience, brings racers an in-depth understanding of how, why and how much certain factors affect vehicle behavior, plus the measurement tools to get it right. November 26-28.

Annual Congress of the International Council of Motorsport Sciences. Race safety experts from four continents—surgeons, doctors, medical professionals, sanctioning body and race track emergency personnel, and motorsports engineers—address motorsports safety issues. November 28-29.

EFI University. Two special one-day seminars will focus on EFI for racing applications. The first, FAST XFI, focuses on proper setup and navigation of the FAST XFI 2.0 EFI system. The second, EFI-101, covers the tuning process from start to finish. November 28 & December 2.

For more information, go to www.performanceracing.com/tradeshow. Racing professionals also can register online and make hotel reservations via the PRI website, www.performanceracing.com.

Orange County Convention Center – South Concourse
9899 International Drive
Orlando, FL  32819
(407) 685-9882

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                              CONTACT: Tim Frost, (847) 778-9475

 Humpy Wheeler To Share His Insights At Race Track Business Conference During Race Industry Week 2012

An outstanding panel of presenters is being assembled for the inaugural Race Track Business Conference – 2012 on Wednesday, November 28,announced Tim Frost, publisher of National Speedway Directory. 

When it comes to promoting races, Humpy Wheeler is the acknowledged master of our times, and the perfect speaker for the inaugural Race Track Business Conference Presented by National Speedway Directory (RTBC-2012).

The event will be held just prior and in conjunction with the Performance Racing Industry Show, the centerpiece event for Race Industry Week 2012. The PRI Show runs from Thursday November 29, to Saturday December 1, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Occupying 750,000 square feet, it features over 1,000 exhibits of new racing technology and draws 38,000 buyers from across the US, as well as 72 countries.

“The RTBC-2012 will focus on issues facing motorsports professionals on and off the track. From event operations to marketing to social media to finance to legal to museums, we expect to present a wide variety of sessions,” said Tim Frost, publisher of National Speedway Directory, racing’s key source of information on race tracks and more.

Industry leaders from across racing will be among the expert presenters. They include:

• Derek Daly, Formula 1 and Indy driver, Indianapolis;
• Michael Culver, ceo of Skip Barber Racing School;
• John Lopes, president of Andretti Sports Marketing;
• Brock Yates, Jr., One Lap of America;
• Stoke Caldwell, partner at Robinson, Bradshaw & Hinson, Charlotte;
• David Pijot, senior vice president of SunTrust Bank, Daytona Beach;
• Chris Lencheski, president, Front Row Marketing Services, Philadelphia;
• Ralph Sheheen, Turn 3 Media and Speed Sport Magazine;
• Bob Baker, executive director of the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame, Knoxville, Iowa.

Humpy Wheeler is the immediate past president and general manager of Charlotte Motor Speedway. He is a well-known, legendary promoter and member of nine halls of Fame, including the International Motorsports Hall of Fame. Currently he is chairman of the Wheeler Company, a management consulting firm focused on professional sports, motorsports and general business. In addition, he is a race advisor to the GP America at Port Imperial, an F1 race in the New York City metro area scheduled for June 2013.

The list of speakers and agenda items are tentative and subject to change.

The cost to attend RTBC-2012 is $250. This cost includes lunch and admission to the PRI Trade Show. Additional information can be found at www.racetrackbusinessconference.com or calling (847) 853-0294.

About National Speedway Directory

National Speedway Directory (www.speedwaysonline.com ) is an information source for the motorsports industry. Published annually since 1975, the publication lists information on tracks, sanctions, publications, museums, and race schedules. In addition, they are the developers of Track Guide, a mobile app for the iPhone and Android.