Women in Motorsports NA Announces Board Leadership Transition and Distinguished Board Appointments
Building on a record-setting 2025 that featured continued growth and momentum, Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) today announced a significant leadership transition and the appointment of prominent industry leaders to its Board of Directors.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by motorsports leaders Lyn St. James and Beth Paretta, WIMNA has the singular mission to Advance, Connect, and Enable women across all areas of the motorsports industry.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by motorsports leaders Lyn St. James and Beth Paretta, WIMNA has the singular mission to Advance, Connect, and Enable women across all areas of the motorsports industry.
WIMNA welcomes Lauri Eberhart as Incoming President of the Board and honors Lyn St. James as Past President for her extraordinary leadership and enduring impact on the organization’s growth and national visibility.
“As WIMNA expands nationally through career programming, industry partnerships, and educational access, strong governance and visionary leadership are essential,” said Cindy Sisson, Executive Director of WIMNA. “Lyn’s legacy of leadership and Lauri’s strategic expertise represent both the foundation and the future of WIMNA.”
NEWLY APPOINTED WIMNA BOARD MEMBERS
“As WIMNA expands nationally through career programming, industry partnerships, and educational access, strong governance and visionary leadership are essential,” said Cindy Sisson, Executive Director of WIMNA. “Lyn’s legacy of leadership and Lauri’s strategic expertise represent both the foundation and the future of WIMNA.”
NEWLY APPOINTED WIMNA BOARD MEMBERS
| Lauri Eberhart, Founder and Managing Member of Eberhart Law, PLLC and former CEO of Friends of Laguna Seca, bringing extensive experience in sports law, motorsports operations, and executive leadership, including serving as General Counsel and executive leader for Speedway Motorsports and Charlotte Motor Speedway.
| Sarah Fisher - A trailblazer in motorsports and the record holder for the most Indianapolis 500 starts by a woman, with nine starts in nine attempts. Fisher brings deep experience as a team owner and former IndyCar driver with expertise in competition, ownership, and athlete development.
| Ed Holloran III — Partner at Quarles & Brady, LLP, where he serves as National Chair of Motorsports Law and Office Chair of Health Law in the firm’s Indianapolis office.
| Bill Long — Former President and CEO of MEMA and a respected motorsports executive, previously serving as Vice President of Marketing for the IndyCar Series and as a corporate officer for NASCAR’s weekly racing series and nine touring divisions.
| Heather Masterson — A respected People Operations executive with enterprise leadership experience across motorsports, automotive, and franchised service organizations. She currently serves as Head of People Operations for Spire Motorsports.
| Deborah Murphy — An energizing leader known for building high-performing teams and strong stakeholder relationships. She leads and develops the procurement team supporting execution and build of the Power Unit for Cadillac Formula 1 racing.
| Terri Talbert-Hatch — A seasoned professional with expertise in engineering education, motorsports, and consulting. She served as Adjunct Faculty in the School of Engineering & Technology at IUPUI and recently retired as an administration consultant for Dallara USA.
CONTINUING WIMNA BOARD MEMBERS
CONTINUING WIMNA BOARD MEMBERS
WIMNA also recognizes the ongoing leadership of its current board members:
• Lisa Boggs — Director, Bridgestone Motorsports
• Renee Dupuis — Owner and Director, Monaco Modified Series and
WIMNA Board Secretary
WIMNA Board Secretary
• Allison Melangton — Senior Vice President, Penske Entertainment and
chair of the WIMNA Board Governance
chair of the WIMNA Board Governance
• Beth Paretta — Co-Founder, WIMNA
• Lyn St. James- Past WIMNA president and 7-time Indianapolis 500 starter
• Mia Walsh — National Driver Education Chair, Porsche Club of America
and WIMNA Board Treasurer
“These leaders represent every corner of the motorsports ecosystem — from team ownership and race operations to marketing, workforce development, and industry leadership,” Sisson added. “Their collective expertise ensures WIMNA is building meaningful pathways for women to enter, grow, and lead in motorsports careers.”
EXPANDING IMPACT ACROSS THE INDUSTRY
WIMNA’s signature initiatives — including Women With Drive – Driven by Mobil 1 Summit, Bosch Electrify Your Career in Motorsports, the AdventHealth & Jostens SHEro Awards, WIMNA Chapters in five US cities and the forthcoming WIMNA Nation membership program and WIMNA Career Connect platform — have positioned the organization as a central connector between industry employers and emerging talent.
and WIMNA Board Treasurer
“These leaders represent every corner of the motorsports ecosystem — from team ownership and race operations to marketing, workforce development, and industry leadership,” Sisson added. “Their collective expertise ensures WIMNA is building meaningful pathways for women to enter, grow, and lead in motorsports careers.”
EXPANDING IMPACT ACROSS THE INDUSTRY
WIMNA’s signature initiatives — including Women With Drive – Driven by Mobil 1 Summit, Bosch Electrify Your Career in Motorsports, the AdventHealth & Jostens SHEro Awards, WIMNA Chapters in five US cities and the forthcoming WIMNA Nation membership program and WIMNA Career Connect platform — have positioned the organization as a central connector between industry employers and emerging talent.
Lauri Eberhart, Incoming President, shared: “WIMNA is widening access to all areas of our sport – over the wall, in the garage/paddock, in the business office, and in the grandstands – and this strengthens the foundation and the sustainability of our sport. I look forward to working with our partners and WIMNA Nation to continue driving progress and expanding our impact."
Lyn St. James, Past President, added: “From our early efforts to gather for the first Women with Drive to now preparing to roll out multiple programs nationwide, the progress WIMNA has made is remarkable. I am proud of what we have built and excited to see how this expanded leadership will take us even further.”
