EPISODE · Dec 26, 2025 · 1H 8M
You Won’t Believe How She Went From Intern to President of Phoenix Raceway
from The Johnjay Van Es Podcast · host JohnJay Van Es
She started as a 16-year-old HR intern just trying to pay for acrylic nails. Now she runs Phoenix Raceway.This episode is a full-throttle career story. Growing up in the West Valley, buying a condo at 21, learning money early, and saying yes to an opportunity that felt way bigger than the job description. She breaks down how she learned NASCAR by walking garages, talking to pit crews, and obsessing over ticket sales.We get into the fun stuff, too. Hip hop pre race concerts, Spanish language headsets for fans, championship week chaos, Michael Jordan sightings, and turning a racetrack into a year-round events hub.If you like wild career paths, leadership stories, and behind-the-scenes sports business, this one delivers. Hit play, share it with a friend who needs a push, and leave a review with your favorite moment.
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She started as a 16-year-old HR intern just trying to pay for acrylic nails. Now she runs Phoenix Raceway. This episode is a full-throttle career story. Growing up in the West Valley, buying a condo at 21, learning money early, and saying yes to an opportunity that felt way bigger than the job description. She breaks down how she learned NASCAR by walking garages, talking to pit crews, and obsessing over ticket sales. We get into the fun stuff, too. Hip hop pre race concerts, Spanish language...
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You Won’t Believe How She Went From Intern to President of Phoenix Raceway
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