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Dan is a respected figure in the junior open-wheel racing ranks, with a proud tradition of helping develop young driving talent. He founded the USF2000 National Championship in 1991 and guided it for 10 years, turning it into one of the top open-wheel development formulas in the world. Numerous young drivers Dan has worked with in the past are now enjoying successful careers in the IndyCar series and in professional sports car racing. Dan also owns and operates several pro open wheel teams as well as an extensive karting operation and test track in Palmetto, Florida. As CEO of Andersen Promotions, Dan is resurrecting the USF2000 National Championship with plans to firmly establish it as the first professional rung on the ladder to a top-level open wheel career in North America. |
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John has been involved in open wheel racing for nearly two decades, serving as Director of Race Operations for the Cooper Tires F2000 Championship (the successor to the USF2000 series) through the end of 2006. In recent years John has managed Andersen Racing’s Firestone Indy Lights team and is a partner in all of Andersen’s race efforts and business ventures. His management skills and knowledge of event logistics will enable him to effectively oversee the competition aspects of the newly revived USF2000 National Championship where he will serve as its Director of Competition. |
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Michelle brings a wealth of experience to Andersen Promotions. As series administrator for the USF2000/Cooper Tires F2000 series from the late 1990’s through 2005, her responsibilities included race scheduling, event planning, hospitality, travel planning, marketing, record-keeping and customer support. Her ongoing relationships with tracks, race teams and drivers have been a valuable asset to Andersen racing, where she has served as manager of operations since 2006. Michelle’s experience in the promotions side and in the team owner’s side of racing make her uniquely qualified to oversee the USF2000 National Championship. |
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Paul comes to the USF2000 National Championship from the Formula BMW USA
series, where he served as race director. He is also the Operating Steward for
the American Le Mans Series. Paul is a veteran of the IndyCar/CART ranks as
a team and operations manager, primarily with Tasman Motorsports Group,
where he worked from 1996 through 2001. He owns a project-management consultancy
firm, Metropolis Motorsports Group, as well as a design and fabrication
business. Both are located in Columbus, Ohio. |
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Craig used to be the crew chief for Beyer Racing's Grand-Am Daytona
Prototype team and for Guthrie Racing's Firestone Indy Lights program. He owned and
operated Competition Engines, Inc. for 10 years, during which time he also
served as the lead technician at the Pikes Peak Hill Climb. He has finished
third in the World Finals in the Engine Masters competition, and he's a
five-time winner at Pikes Peak as an engine builder. He was also the head engine
builder for Farley Engines for 10 years. He holds a bachelor's degree in
diesel mechanics; he's a certified Superflow dynamometer operator, and he's an
ASE certified master in engine machinist and engine performance. |
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Brian assists Craig Brooks with technical inspections for the USF2000
series. His full-time position is team manager of Newman Wachs
Racing, where he has worked since 2006. While at Newman Wachs he has
helped John Edwards, Jonathan Summerton, Simona de Silvestro and J.R.
Hildebrand in Atlantics, and he is also an integral member of that
team’s vintage racing program. From 2001 through 2006 Brian worked
with Jonathan Bomarito in Atlantics with Trans-Net Racing. He was a
member of Cape Motorsports from 1998 to 2001, winning the F2000
championship with Aaron Justus in 2000. Prior to that he was involved
in SCCA Club Racing with his neighbor, John Walko. Brian stared racing
motorcycles at age 4, and he raced pro motorcycles from 1991 through
1993 in motocross and Super Cross events. Brian, his wife and two sons
live in Libertyville, Ill. |
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Tom has been involved in a variety of motor sports for over 20 years. In support of his son's passion for racing, his experience in Go-Karts, stock car fabrication and the running of a race team, has given him the opportunity to work with a lot of different aspects in the racing industry. With his son now a professional sports car racer, Tom's focus is now directed at staying involved in the sport that has given his family many great memories. Working with Andersen Promotions and USF2000 gives Tom the opportunity to stay active in the sport. |
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Suzi is the first USF2000 staff member many participants meet. She is
the registrar for both the USF2000 National Championship and the Star
Mazda Championship, and she also helps with IMSA registration when
needed. A resident of Westminster, Calif., she has been a volunteer
registrar for 20 years after getting introduced to the sport in 1988
by an ex-boyfriend who raced in the SCCA Formula Mazda Championship
Series. In addition to traveling to
races she holds a full-time job with First American Title PRES.
Single, she says her goal is to find a single man who has a job, a car
and can cook, adding that the only reason she has a kitchen is because
it came with her house. In addition to racing she is very interested
in photography and crafts such as needlework and beading. |
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Gerardo, the 2005 Skip Barber National champion, has been a coach with the
Skip Barber organization for 12 years. He is also a graduate of Andersen
Racing's driver development program, where he won the Star Mazda expert
championship in 2006. He was the 2007 IMSA Lites champion, and he's also driven a
Mazda-backed LMP2 entry in the American Le Mans Series. Fluent in English
and Spanish, he'll be available to answer questions throughout the race
weekends. Gerardo is one of the most detail-oriented drivers/coaches in racing,
and his patience is a big plus. Drivers can find him in the paddock or reach
him by e-mail at info@gerardobonilla.com.
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Jonatan has been a coach with the Skip Barber organization for six years.
He was a runner-up in the Skip Barber National (2002), as well as the Skip
Barber Southeastern Region (2001). He has also driven British Formula Renault
and British Formula 3 cars. He got his start in karting, winning championshi
ps both in North America and his native Brazil. He's a big fan of
one-on-one coaching, and he says he's going to analyze all the USF2000 drivers and
come find them before they have a chance to find him. Drivers can also reach
him by e-mail at jjracingdevelopment@gmail.com.
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The Indy Racing League Ministry is a 501c(3), not-for-profit,
non-denominational Christian organization that was developed to minister to the racing
community. It organizes chapel services on race weekends when racers cannot
attend their regular places of worship. Its chaplains provide support in times
of crisis as well as continually encourage everyone to strive to have a
closer relationship with God. The IRL Ministry's overall objectives are to see
lives changed for the better, spiritual relationships strengthened, and to
bring honor and glory in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
David Storvick of IRL Ministries serves as the USF2000 series' chaplain.
David was an associate chaplain with the IZOD IndyCar Series and Firestone
Indy Lights in 2008 and 2009. He, his wife Deatra and their two sons live in
Indianapolis. His home church there provides the support to enable him to
minister to those who follow our series. He is anxious to help in any way
possible, and can be reached via cell phone at (317) 435-5427 or by e-mail at david.storvick@gmail.com.
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