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Brian France (born August 2, 1962) is the CEO and chairman of NASCAR, taking over the position from his father, Bill France, Jr., in 2003 [1]. He had previously managed NASCAR's marketing department and touring divisions and was involved in the creation of the Craftsman Truck Series. It is widely believed by NASCAR fans that he is ruining the sport.

France is also the head of Brandsense, a marketing company whose clients include Tony Stewart, the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, and Britney Spears. France graduated from the University of Central Florida.^[1]

Career highlights

• Named by Time Magazine as One of the Century's Most Influential in "TIME 100"
• Owns all licensing rights and royalties to Britney Spears fragrances.
• Named one of the five most powerful sports executives by The Sporting News in 2005
• Oversaw the beginning of the Chase for the NEXTEL Cup in 2004
• Negotiated new television deals with several networks in 1999 and 2005
• Manager of NASCAR's Los Angeles office, becoming a liaison between NASCAR and the entertainment industry
• Co-founder of the Craftsman Truck Series in 1995
• Managed several short tracks, including Tucson Raceway Park in Arizona

Personal

• Married to his wife, Amy

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