Women in Motorsports North America Introduces Exclusive Driver Workshops at Women with Drive IV Summit Driven by Mobil 1

Indianapolis, Ind. (December 3, 2024)—Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) is excited to announce the addition of exclusive Driver Workshops to the Women with Drive IV Summit, driven by Mobil 1, set to take place on December 10-11. These tailored sessions address critical off-track skills essential for advancing a driver’s career and are open to drivers, their parents, agents, and managers.

WIMNA is proud to support aspiring drivers with a discounted registration fee of $250 for qualified applicants. To take advantage of this offer, drivers must complete and submit their application. Upon approval, a driver discount code will be sent to facilitate registration.

This year’s summit includes workshops by esteemed professionals designed to help drivers build a comprehensive skill set beyond the racetrack.

1. Driver’s Workshop – The Mindset of a Champion

   • Presented by: West Coast Stock Car Hall of Fame

   • Moderator: Lyn St. James, Co-Founder, WIMNA

   • Panelist: Dr. Jacques Dallaire, President, Performance Prime

   • Focus The importance of a winning mindset, maintaining focus 24/7, and achieving peak performance under pressure.

2. Driver’s Workshop – The Importance of Good Communication

   • Presented by: SRO

   • Moderator: Megan Meyer, Motorsports Marketing

   • Panelists:

     • Leena Gade, Vehicle Dynamics Manager and Race Engineer, Multimatic

     • Georgia Henneberry, On-Air Talent, NBC Sports

   • Focus: Developing business etiquette, networking strategies, and effective communication to build relationships and maximize opportunities.

3. Driver’s Workshop – The Business of Racing: How to Put It All Together

   • Presented by: RAFA, Family of Companies

   • Moderator: Linda Conti, Former IndyCar Team Owner / Financial Planner

   • Panelists:

     • Megan Meyer, Motorsports Marketing Agency

     • Sarah Fisher O’Gara, Former IndyCar Driver

   • Focus: Navigating sponsorship, media relations, public speaking, social media, and maintaining a professional image.

“These workshops are a game-changer for drivers at any stage in their careers,” said Lyn St. James, Co-Founder of WIMNA. “By focusing on the often-overlooked aspects of motorsports, we’re empowering drivers to take charge of their professional journeys with confidence.”

Ahead of the summit, on Monday, December 9, WIMNA will host its first Speed Networking: Fast Track Your Career event. This event will provide college attendees an opportunity to be one of seven (7) candidates, who will be interviewed individually on rotation by seven (7) industry professionals for seven (7) minutes each. The first-time event had 37 collegiate applications representing 20 universities. The top three candidates will be awarded scholarships in the following amounts: 1st = $1,000, 2nd = $500, and 3rd = $250.

The Women with Drive IV-Driven by Mobil 1 summit is a must-attend event for drivers, industry professionals, and motorsports enthusiasts. Visit https://www.womenwithdrivesummit.com/ for more information, to apply for the driver discount, and to register.