Our People
We believe performance matters.
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Brian France
Founder & Brand Visionary
Brian France is a business leader and executive with more than 20 years of experience in the motorsports industry.
A member of the NASCAR-founding France family, he has dedicated much of his professional career to NASCAR, helping establish the company as a leader in the sports entertainment industry. During his 15 years as Chairman and CEO, Brian revolutionized NASCAR’s marketing, enacted the sport’s most extensive safety standards, introduced the largest sustainability program in U.S. sports, grew diversity efforts within the industry and expanded NASCAR’s philanthropic involvement. Along with his pursuit of excellence for NASCAR, Brian has championed entrepreneurs across an array of industries as an investor, partner and mentor.
He has been recognized for his professional achievements by publications including Sports Business Daily and AdAge. In 2006, TIME Magazine named him one of the 100 Most Influential People in America. In 2007, he was inducted into the Broadcasting and Cable Hall of Fame.
In addition to his business leadership experience, Brian has partnered with many non-profit organizations through his work with the NASCAR Foundation and his two foundations, The Luke and Meadow Foundation and The Amy and Brian France Foundation.
Silver Falcon Capital Team
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Austin Tate
President and Co-Founder
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Paul Funkhouser
Senior Vice President
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Beth Van der Walt
Senior Director, People & Culture
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Joel Herman
Director of Incubation Accounting
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Annie Domville
Senior Marketing Manager
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Jack Pollard
Investment Strategy Associate
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Angelique Carreon
Executive Assistant & Office Manager
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Michelle Savago
Administrative Assistant
Silver Falcon Operating Partners
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Scott Bowman
Park Lights Hospitality Chief Executive Officer
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Brandon McGlamery
Park Lights Hospitality Chef Partner
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Tim Noelke
Park Lights Hospitality Operations Partner
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