A management change has been confirmed for later this 12 months by the Grand Prix Affiliation of Lengthy Seashore, organizers of the annual Acura Grand Prix of Lengthy Seashore.
The group introduced that longstanding President and CEO Jim Michaelian will assume a brand new position inside Penske Leisure efficient June 30, 2026, with Jim Liaw named the brand new President and CEO of the Grand Prix Affiliation beginning July 1, 2026.
Michaelian, 82, has been part of the Grand Prix Affiliation since its founding in 1975. He has served as Controller, Chief Working Officer and was named President & CEO in Dec. 2001. He has additionally served on the boards of the Grand Prix Basis of Lengthy Seashore, Go to Lengthy Seashore and the Los Angeles Sports activities Council through the years.
The upcoming 2026 occasion in April will proceed to be overseen by Michaelian, who will work carefully with Liaw to make sure a clean management transition. Liaw, 50, will assume the momentary title of Basic Supervisor for the occasion.
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“Main the Grand Prix Affiliation and the Acura Grand Prix of Lengthy Seashore has been the privilege of a lifetime,” stated Michaelian.
“This occasion and this group imply an excellent deal to me, and I’m pleased with what our workforce has constructed collectively. Coming off our very profitable fiftieth celebration, I really feel that is the fitting time to make this transition. For 50 years, I’ve been given the distinctive alternative to merge my ardour for motorsports with involvement with the longest-running avenue race in America, which has been a definite privilege.
“I’m grateful to the Metropolis of Lengthy Seashore, our sponsor companions, contributors, volunteers, and followers for his or her continued help, and thanks additionally to Chris Pook, the originator of the Grand Prix of Lengthy Seashore, and Kevin Kalkhoven and Jerry Forsythe for his or her invaluable help throughout the difficult instances prior to now 50 years. And with the management of Penske Leisure, the brand new house owners of the Grand Prix Affiliation, the way forward for the occasion is in glorious palms.”
Liaw comes into the position with an intensive background within the motorsports trade, together with being a Basic Supervisor of Efficiency Racing Business. He additionally served as President of Formulation Drift, which he co-founded with Ryan Sage in 2003.
“I’m honored to hitch the Grand Prix Affiliation of Lengthy Seashore and to assist lead one of the vital acknowledged and revered occasions in motorsports,” stated Liaw.
“The Acura Grand Prix of Lengthy Seashore is extremely significant to me – it was the primary main race I ever attended practically 30 years in the past, and it helped spark a lifelong connection to motorsports. Southern California has been residence since I used to be six, so it’s really an honor to characterize Lengthy Seashore and the area whereas main such a particular occasion. I’m excited to be a part of this iconic race and to assist form its future for generations to return.”
President Leisure Corp. President and CEO Mark Miles prolonged his appreciation for Michaelian’s contributions to the Grand Prix of Lengthy Seashore.
“IndyCar owes an immense debt of gratitude to Jim Michaelian,” Penske Leisure Corp. President and CEO Mark Miles stated. “From Day One, his steerage, administration and exemplary management, has made the Acura Grand Prix of Lengthy Seashore a marquee occasion and a beloved fan-favorite on the NTT IndyCar Sequence calendar. I do know our paddock – previous and current – and many years of racing champions and legends be part of me in congratulating Jim on the impactful legacy he leaves.
“As we glance to the long run, we imagine Jim Liaw is a perfect match to broaden the current development and recognition of a race weekend, which is strategically vital and a giant precedence for IndyCar. His distinctive background and keenness for motorsports will serve this historic occasion in a strong means.”
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