Lesa France Kennedy
Keynote Speaker: Motorsports Business Executive & Sports Industry Leader; Executive Vice Chair of NASCAR; Former CEO at International Speedway Corporation
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Lesa France Kennedy Biography
Lesa France Kennedy is an American business executive recognized for her significant impact on motorsports and sports business leadership. As the granddaughter of NASCAR co-founder Bill France Sr. and daughter of longtime NASCAR CEO Bill France Jr., France Kennedy has contributed more than four decades to the advancement of auto racing. She holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in economics and psychology from Duke University, providing a foundation for her executive career in the motorsports industry.
France Kennedy began her career at International Speedway Corporation (ISC) shortly after graduating from Duke University and was appointed to its board of directors within a year. She advanced through roles including secretary, treasurer, executive vice president, and president before becoming chief executive officer. During her tenure as CEO, ISC operated 13 major motorsports facilities and promoted more than 100 racing events annually. The company also managed Motor Racing Network, a leading independent sports radio network. France Kennedy led major infrastructure projects such as the construction of Kansas Speedway and Chicagoland Speedway, expanding NASCAR’s presence in the Midwest, and oversaw the "Daytona Rising" project, which transformed Daytona International Speedway into a modern motorsports stadium. She also directed the revitalization of Phoenix Raceway, contributing to the evolution of racing venues and fan experiences.
France Kennedy’s leadership has been recognized by Forbes, which named her "The Most Powerful Woman in Sports" twice. She has received honors from Adweek, Sports Business Journal, and the National Women's History Museum, which presented her with its "Women Making History" award. She is a member of the Cynopsis Sports Hall of Fame and has received the NASCAR Hall of Fame Landmark Award for Outstanding Contributions to NASCAR.
In addition to her executive roles, France Kennedy is active in civic and philanthropic initiatives. She serves on the board of directors for the International Motor Sports Association and the NASCAR Foundation, and on the board of advisors for Moffitt Cancer Center. She supports organizations including the American Heart Association, Habitat for Humanity, and Victory Junction Gang. As executive vice chair of NASCAR, France Kennedy continues to influence the direction of motorsports, drawing on her experience in sports management, business strategy, and community engagement.
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Lesa France Kennedy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as NASCAR, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Athlete, Sports, Executive Leadership, Influential Women, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Inspirational, Manufacturing and Business Leadership.
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Lesa France Kennedy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including NASCAR, Female Leadership and Women in Business. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Lesa France Kennedy generally travels from Daytona Beach, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Katrina Adams, Cathy Engelbert and Linda Alvarado. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lesa France Kennedy for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Lesa France Kennedy for a speaking engagement?
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What topics does Lesa France Kennedy speak about?
Lesa France Kennedy is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as NASCAR, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Athlete, Sports, Executive Leadership, Influential Women, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Inspirational, Manufacturing and Business Leadership. -
Where does Lesa France Kennedy travel from?
Lesa France Kennedy generally travels from Daytona Beach, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Lesa France Kennedy?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lesa France Kennedy for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Lesa France Kennedy for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Lesa France Kennedy or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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