Tonight: GRM's David S. Wallens speaks at SCCA National Convention

What does the future of grassroots-level motorsports look like? What if we told you that you have the ability to help shape that future?

On January 22 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern, our Editorial Director, David S. Wallens, will speak at the 2025 SCCA National Convention alongside Lee Grimes, SCCA Partner Relationship Manager.

The discussion, “Extending the Invite: Building the Future of Grassroots Racing Together,” will focus on how clubs like the SCCA can remain relevant and the go-to destination for motorsport enthusiasts by welcoming newcomers and embracing new technologies.

The 2025 SCCA National Convention will be entirely virtual and take place from January 16 through January 24. All SCCA members are welcome and encouraged to participate.

Comments

David S. Wallens Editorial Director
1/15/25 2:24 p.m.

Hey, that’s me!

1988RedT2 MegaDork
1/15/25 2:57 p.m.

I wonder what Wallens charges for a fee? Experienced corporate speakers get between $10k and $20k. I suspect he won't share that info with us.

Tom Suddard GRM+ Memberand Publisher
1/15/25 3:05 p.m.

We're not charging anything, and we're always happy to give back to the community. JG and I volunteer our time on SCCA advisory boards, too.

Datsun240ZGuy MegaDork
1/15/25 3:05 p.m.

Sounds really professional- congratulations!

Be cooler if you did it with one of those parrots on your shoulder.

Or is it ducks? Or does the other guy have parrots?

glueguy (Forum Supporter) GRM+ Memberand SuperDork
1/15/25 3:11 p.m.

Nice! Congratulations

Tom Suddard GRM+ Memberand Publisher
1/15/25 3:15 p.m.

1988RedT2 said:
I wonder what Wallens charges for a fee? Experienced corporate speakers get between $10k and $20k. I suspect he won't share that info with us.

I forgot to add that this seems insane, though I believe it knowing how big companies work.