Charlotte Motor Speedway will feature a lineup of community leaders, local champions and special guests serving as dignitaries for Bank of America ROVAL™ 400 weekend, Oct. 3–5, adding excitement and hometown pride to one of NASCAR’s most unique race weekends.
Hannah Arrowood, founder and executive director of Present Age Ministries, has dedicated her career to supporting youth affected by abuse, exploitation and human trafficking, by providing education, prevention and holistic support services. As Bank of America looks to recognize greatness in the community, Arrowood exemplifies that commitment through her ongoing work and will give the command to fire engines before Sunday’s Bank of America ROVAL™ 400.
Additional dignitaries throughout the weekend include local leaders, musicians and pastors who will help kick off each race with ceremonial roles.
Bank of America ROVAL™ 400 Dignitaries:
- Grand Marshal: Hannah Arrowood, Present Age Ministries
- Honorary Pace Car Driver: Brantley Gilbert, American singer-songwriter
- National Anthem: Creigh Riepe, Nashville Christian recording artist and contestant on NBC’s The Voice Season 26
- Invocation: Judah Smith, lead pastor of Churchome and New York Times bestselling author
Blue Cross NC 250 Dignitaries:
- Grand Marshals: Liz Hipps, Seth McPherson, Barek Reep and Mike Mulry, MANNA Food Bank employees
- Honorary Starter: Claire Neal, MANNA Food Bank
- National Anthem: Meggan Richard, local teacher and worship leader
- Invocation: Billy Mauldin, president & senior chaplain, Motor Racing Outreach
Ecosave 250 Dignitaries:
- Grand Marshal: Kevin Madden, Ecosave CEO
- Honorary Starter & Flag Waver: George Awad, Ecosave chief human resources officer and general counsel
TICKETS:
Bank of America ROVAL™ 400 tickets are available at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com or by calling 1-800-455-FANS (3267). Kids 12 and under get in all weekend for just $10.
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