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The Inside Racing Podcast

John Robbins: Business strategist, coach and consultant for more than a decade shares his strategies, frameworks, tips and best practices to help you preserve and grow your racing operation. You'll hear from handpicked experts inside and outside the industry as they share their insights, stories and opinions about the business of racing. It's about understanding what goes on behind the scenes at race tracks, with sanctioning bodies, inside race teams and among industry professionals. It's also about uncovering the latest trends and gathering valuable insights from people across the world of business. John has combined his experience of growing up at the track and a passion for business to bring a unique, fun and real perspective to the business of racing. His work has allowed him to help track owners across the country develop and execute strategies to grow revenue and increase profitability, attract and retain sponsors and engage race fans. Sales, prospecting, sponsorship, media, public relations, event promotion, motorsports strategy, ticketing, social media, technology, fan experience, entertainment, attractions, concessions, merchandise, staffing, operations, finance, economic development, and all the other things that work (and don't work) in the business of racing to help support, preserve and grow short track racing in America.

Professional Technology Media Sports & Recreation Leisure Sales Entertainment Automotive Finance
Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
49 minutes
Episodes
53
Years Active
2016 - 2017
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IRP #32: Listener Questions - Sponsorship, Facebook and Ticketing

IRP #32: Listener Questions - Sponsorship, Facebook and Ticketing

The latest episode of The Inside Racing Podcast is all about answering your burning questions. How do you make sure your sponsorship proposals get noticed? Should you be advertising on Facebook? Are …

00:42:19  |   Tue 25 Apr 2017
IRP #31: An Advocate for Racing: Shawn Stewart and the USMA

IRP #31: An Advocate for Racing: Shawn Stewart and the USMA

Have you heard of the United States Motorsports Association (USMA)? It may be one of racing's best kept secrets. Business expert and motorsports professional John Robbins heads onto the track with US…

00:45:57  |   Tue 18 Apr 2017
IRP #30: Social Media Secrets with Craig Emsweller

IRP #30: Social Media Secrets with Craig Emsweller

How important is social media? Which social platforms should you be using? What are some of the best practices and strategies to get the most out of your digital marketing efforts? In this episode of…

00:51:47  |   Tue 11 Apr 2017
IRP #29: REWIND - NHRA's Kasey Coler Shares Fan Experience Secrets

IRP #29: REWIND - NHRA's Kasey Coler Shares Fan Experience Secrets

The team behind The Inside Racing Podcast finally went racing this weekend. So we're mixing it up a little. In a nod to our first race at Lucas Oil Raceway, we thought we'd dust off our interview wit…

00:57:53  |   Tue 04 Apr 2017
IRP #28: Randy White: Entertainment and Experience Expert on the Future of Leisure

IRP #28: Randy White: Entertainment and Experience Expert on the Future of Leisure

Where are the race fans? What do they want? How do you attract and keep them? Business expert and motorsports professional John Robbins puts the hammer down with Randy White, CEO of White-Hutchinson …

00:52:41  |   Tue 28 Mar 2017
IRP #27: Matchbook Creative's Christy Gormal on Marketing and NASCAR's Drive for Diversity Program

IRP #27: Matchbook Creative's Christy Gormal on Marketing and NASCAR's Drive for Diversity Program

What are the latest trends in sports and marketing? Have expectations for drivers changed over time? How has the Drive for Diversity program in NASCAR impacted the sport? In this episode of The Insid…

00:46:58  |   Tue 21 Mar 2017
IRP #26: Myrtle Beach Speedway's Mike Neff on the Challenges of Sales and Marketing

IRP #26: Myrtle Beach Speedway's Mike Neff on the Challenges of Sales and Marketing

Every track and market is a little different. What are the common challenges we all share? What works when it comes to schedule and purse structure? Is there a right or wrong approach to marketing an…

01:00:52  |   Tue 14 Mar 2017
IRP #25: Speed Sport's Ralph Sheheen Reveals Broadcasting Secrets and Media Insights

IRP #25: Speed Sport's Ralph Sheheen Reveals Broadcasting Secrets and Media Insights

Are you getting the most from your media partnerships? Do you understand the value of the content available to you at the race track? How are race fans consuming motorsports media? In this episode of…

00:57:29  |   Tue 07 Mar 2017
IRP #24: Richmond International Raceway's Mike Waddell Strikes Marketing Gold

IRP #24: Richmond International Raceway's Mike Waddell Strikes Marketing Gold

Do the struggles of the racing industry matter? Why are short tracks so important? How is storytelling critical for marketing, entertainment and sales? Business expert and motorsports professional Jo…

00:59:22  |   Tue 28 Feb 2017
IRP #23: The Inside Racing Podcast: Lessons Learned

IRP #23: The Inside Racing Podcast: Lessons Learned

What is the single most repeated theme on the podcast so far? What kind of thinking can help you get ahead? What are the most critical lessons to implement today? In this episode of The Inside Racing…

00:20:28  |   Tue 21 Feb 2017
IRP #22: NHRA's Kasey Coler Shares Fan Experience Secrets

IRP #22: NHRA's Kasey Coler Shares Fan Experience Secrets

How do you create a compelling fan experience? What do today's fans want? Why is storytelling so important? Business expert and motorsports professional John Robbins covers a ton of ground with Kasey…

00:57:53  |   Tue 14 Feb 2017
IRP #21: Avoiding Accounting Pitfalls with Brent Cox

IRP #21: Avoiding Accounting Pitfalls with Brent Cox

Are taxes and financial matters the last thing you want to deal with after a long day at the track? Are you constantly worried about compliance? Are you maximizing deductions and getting all of your …

00:58:54  |   Tue 07 Feb 2017
IRP #20: Revenue Architect Dave Wakeman on Marketing, Branding and Ticket Sales

IRP #20: Revenue Architect Dave Wakeman on Marketing, Branding and Ticket Sales

What drives fan behavior? Who are your customers? What are the best strategies for marketing to and communicating with your customers? Business expert and motorsports professional John Robbins asks …

00:56:53  |   Tue 31 Jan 2017
IRP #19: Entrepreneurial Thinking: Rules for Success in Racing with Expert Mel Abraham

IRP #19: Entrepreneurial Thinking: Rules for Success in Racing with Expert Mel Abraham

So you're a racing entrepreneur. Are you crazy or just a typical business owner? What does it take to win as a business owner? How do you create sustainable long-term value instead of short-term  pro…

00:57:55  |   Tue 24 Jan 2017
IRP #18: The Future of CSR Programs in Racing with Certified Coach Dora Lutz

IRP #18: The Future of CSR Programs in Racing with Certified Coach Dora Lutz

What is Corporate Social Responsibility? How can it have a positive impact for motorsports? Can and should you implement a CSR program within your racing operation? In this episode of The Inside Raci…

00:48:51  |   Tue 17 Jan 2017
IRP #17: 2017 Motorsports Preview Part Two: Challenges to Consider

IRP #17: 2017 Motorsports Preview Part Two: Challenges to Consider

What challenges will short tracks face in 2017? As a track owner or promoter what challenges can you control? Are you setting yourself up for financial success or failure? On this episode of The Insi…

00:42:25  |   Tue 10 Jan 2017
IRP #16: 2017 Motorsports Preview Part One: Trends to Watch

IRP #16: 2017 Motorsports Preview Part One: Trends to Watch

What trends will continue to impact short track racing in 2017? What are the next big things to consider as the 2017 season approaches? How can you maintain your traditions, embrace change and thrive…

00:52:29  |   Tue 03 Jan 2017
IRP #15: How to Win with The Media: Insights from Public Relations Authority Vanessa Stiles

IRP #15: How to Win with The Media: Insights from Public Relations Authority Vanessa Stiles

How can you develop a comprehensive PR and advertising plan? What does it take to get noticed by media and race fans? How can you partner with local and regional tourism to build long-term relationsh…

00:54:31  |   Tue 20 Dec 2016
IRP #14: Brian Rappe Reveals Cyber Security Threats At The Track

IRP #14: Brian Rappe Reveals Cyber Security Threats At The Track

Do you have a cyber security plan? Can your operation recover from a disaster? Do you know what threats are most likely to affect you? Business expert and motorsports professional John Robbins invite…

00:54:07  |   Tue 13 Dec 2016
IRP #13: Sponsorship Trends and Best Practices With Sports Marketing Veteran Rob Louthain

IRP #13: Sponsorship Trends and Best Practices With Sports Marketing Veteran Rob Louthain

What are sponsors looking for in a partnership? How is digital advertising driving the need for metrics? Why are custom programs so important in today's sponsorship market? Business expert and motors…

00:56:59  |   Tue 06 Dec 2016
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