Steve O'Donnell promoted to NASCAR President
03/31/2025 11:13 AM
Steve Phelps becomes Commissioner of NASCAR
NASCAR has made structural changes to leadership roles.
Steve Phelps has been promoted from NASCAR President to the Commissioner of NASCAR. Commissioner is a newly formed role for the company.
Phelps will “overseeing”oversee all aspects of America's top motorsport, including the International Motorsports Association (IMSA) and all 15 NASCAR-owned or operated tracks.”
Steve O’Donnell has been promoted from his current role of Chief Operating Officer to the new President of NASCAR. O’Donnell now leads day-to-day leadership of all three NASCAR National Series
O’Donnell becomes the 6th person to hold the role of NASCAR President.
Jim France comments
Jim France remains the CEO of the privately-owned company.
"We are thrilled to name Steve Phelps as NASCAR's first Commissioner. His leadership, professionalism and well-earned respect from across the sports industry speak to his unique value for the sport," said NASCAR Chairman & CEO, Jim France.
"With more than 50 years of expertise between them, both Steve Phelps and Steve O'Donnell bring tremendous expertise, stability and a commitment to the bold racing innovations that will continue to serve fans, teams and stakeholders for many years to come."
Steve Phelps comments
"I'm honored to take this next step in helping to guide NASCAR, the sport I've loved since my father took me to my first race at five years old, continue to grow and welcome new fans, competitors and partners that together create some of the most extraordinary moments in sports," Phelps said.
"I cannot thank the France family enough for their unwavering commitment to our fans, their steady leadership, and most importantly, their stewardship of stock car racing since its inception nearly eight decades ago.”
“This sport is truly one of the great American business stories and I'm privileged to continue as part of that legacy – and especially its bright future."
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Steve O’Donnell comments
"In my 30 years in NASCAR, I've been most inspired by the passion of race fans at tracks across the country. It has been a privilege to help bring our sport to those fans through incredible new venues and innovative engaging content that showcase the best racing in our storied history," said O'Donnell.
"I believe we're the best in the world at creating 'Bucket List' events that merge sports and entertainment with tailgating, camping and the most immersive fan experience in sports.”
“I'm honored to continue that mission and build upon the collaboration and innovation with our teams and partners to deliver the best racing to sports fans everywhere."
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