Ken Clapp Honored by the Global Directory of Who's Who for His Remarkable Career in Motorsports
Dec 12, 2024
Danville, CA –The Global Directory of Who's Who is proud to recognize Ken Clapp, a trailblazing motorsports executive and owner, for his extraordinary contributions to the world of automotive racing and his lifelong dedication to philanthropy and community service.
Ken Clapp’s illustrious career spans decades, marked by groundbreaking achievements in NASCAR and motorsports promotion. As a retired motorsports executive and owner of a speedway in Stockton, California, Clapp played a pivotal role in shaping the motorsports landscape on the West Coast and beyond.
Starting as the Director of Marketing for the West Coast in 1977, Clapp went on to hold a controlling interest in NASCAR events and helped pioneer the sport in the 1950s. His efforts led to the acquisition and operation of 12 speedways across Oregon, Washington, and other regions. Clapp promoted more single-day automotive racing events than any other individual, extending his influence to Australia, Japan, the Rocky Mountains, Alberta, New Mexico, and Northern Mexico.
Clapp’s contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including inductions into the West Coast Stock Car/Motorsports Hall of Fame, the West Coast Media Hall of Fame, and the Wall of Fame at Sonoma Raceway in Sonoma, California. His expertise and leadership continue as Chairman of the Board and CEO of the West Coast Stock Car/Motorsports Hall of Fame and as a member of the Board of Directors for nine organizations across the United States.
An accomplished author, Ken Clapp wrote Sea to Shine Sea: Racing from the Wild West to Daytona Beach, chronicling the evolution of stock car racing and his own incredible journey in the sport.
Clapp’s dedication to motorsports is matched by his commitment to giving back. His leadership in the March of Dimes and his organization of the Hall of Fame Induction Dinner in March 2025 exemplify his philanthropic spirit. The event, with proceeds exceeding $1 million donated to charity, is a testament to his unwavering commitment to community service.
In his leisure time, Clapp enjoys automobiles, racecars, football, baseball, basketball, and the ongoing evolution of West Coast stock car racing.
The Global Directory of Who's Who celebrates Ken Clapp for his exceptional contributions to motorsports and his enduring impact on communities across the globe. His passion, innovation, and generosity make him a true icon in the industry.
About Ken Clapp
Promoted more single day automotive racing events, led to Australia, Japan, Rocky Mountains to Alberta, New Mexico & Northern Mexico; Director of Marketing West Coast 1977, Controlling Interest in pioneered NASCAR 1950, Oregon , washington acquired 12 Speedways operated 12 racetracks
Name: Ken Clapp
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