Hi, I am Dave McKenzie. I have lived in Matthews for 19 years with my wife Jill and have 2 sons, Tim and Jon, who have also autocrossed with CCR. I am a pharmacist for Giant Genie Pharmacy in Charlotte. I starting autocrossing 5 years ago and have been a regular since. I am finishing up my second year on the board and also as CCR Solo Chairman. In my first year we did 9 pts events, 2 test and tunes, a novice and intermediate school, the first extended hour charity event for our club at least since I have been around, an autocross at CMP’s road course and co-sponsored a divisional event with Triad, plus competed in the 2 day NCAC. This years events include 9 pts events, a novice school, extended hour charity event, a two day battle with SCR, sponsored the NCAC, a test and tune, and completed the first 6 event night series. Carowinds Amusement Park has also been added as an autorossing site for our club and we have a pts event coming up there plus another charity event in December. We finally have the club finances in order and have been upgrading the timing system and have purchased a trailer for the club. We have worked hard to make all phases of the clubs racing profitable and fun for the club members. I would like your vote to continue the work on the board of CCR.
Thank you,
Dave
I am 34 years old and reside in Charlotte, NC. I am married with an 18 month old daughter. I’ve lived here since 1993 and really don’t plan on living anywhere else.
I graduated from Davidson College in 1997 and have an international MBA from the University of South Carolina. I have worked for Bank of America, Continental Tire and Sonic Automotive. My current occupation is operations manager at a small privately held export company headquartered in Charlotte, NC. I have been doing accounting and operations management there since 2007.
My experience autocrossing with SCCA dates back to 2002 when I acquired a Nissan Sentra SE-R. I competed with this car until 2007 when I co-drove a 350Z with Tony Ignatz and now drive a Mitsubishi Evolution in STU. In terms of leadership, I have various experience with autocross operations. I filled in as event chair at the second half of the last 24 hour event and for one of the Folger Knights Thursday series. Additionally, I’ve been worker steward, help run the online forum and am trying to start duties as novice chief.
I feel I have the qualifications and experience to successfully serve as a CCR board member. My job history and education could potentially fill certain board needs. I am already acquaintances with several current board members and know many of my fellow autocross drivers and other CCR members by first name. I also take a great interest in time trials and road racing and look forward to participating by working or competing in these events next season.
Thanks for taking time to read my short bio and I appreciate your consideration.
As a member of the Central Carolinas Region, Sports Car Club of America since 1976, I have been fortunate to be able to have involvement and the pleasure of competing in all the venues offered by CCR. As a new member, in my initial years of membership, I became a Club Racing worker and saw a first rate team of Race staff in action and learned a lot about what can be done with the help of involved membership. Autocross was my primary interest at the time, but after hundreds of Solo II (now SOLO) events, wanted more excitement and stepped up my participation level. As Solo chair, I conducted the first CCR 24 hour Autocross which has continued until today. During the early 1980s, I chaired the first CCR Flat Track SOLO I (Track Trial) and during that time period several SEDiv Solo championships.
Over the years, as time allowed while raising my two sons Geoffrey and Corey, along with honoring my military commitments, my wife Lisa and I have enjoyed the Social activities and comradery of club events and that I believe is what makes this club special. After completing my college programs and leaving the parties and social activities behind, I realized that there should be more to my life than the outlook of just the daily work routine. That’s what CCR can offer with the right mix of hobby racing pursuit and just “hanging out” with friends.
My reason for running for re-election for the CCR BOD, is driven by an interest in maximizing the potential of all the club’s automotive
competition activities while ensuring that the financial condition of the region is healthy.
I am 43 years old and live in Fletcher NC. I own a manufacturing plant in Weaverville NC specializing in metal stampings for the automotive and home electrical industries. I also run Triple E Performance which specializes in prototype driveline products for the racing industry.
I started autocrossing in 1981 and progressed to Solo 1 (TT today) and road racing. I have competed and trophied at Solo Nationals. My wife Vicki and I continue to participate in Hillclimbs and the road race program. I understand and support all the programs SCCA has to offer.
I currently serve as the assistant RE for CCRSCCA. In my time on the BOD we have replaced all the outdated radio equipment, purchased all new wireless timing equipment for TT and AX, scales for the road race program, and a new club trailer for AX and club promotion. We have managed this while placing the club back in strong financial shape. We have eliminated events that lost money and practice fiscal responsibility in all decisions for the members. I am proud of the work we have done to revive the TT and Hillclimb programs in our region. This year we added a new chapter in Greenville to better serve our border members.
Our region is growing because of the work of a lot of dedicated people. If you like this direction I would appreciate your vote.
Best Regards
Steve Eckerich
CCRSCCA Asst. RE
My first involvement with CCR-SCCA came in 1980. My wife Chris and I started Auto crossing. It was not long before we became very involved in the Solo 2 program. I spent a couple of years as chief of tech, work tech for the club races and event set up and ran a few autocrosses. My other duty was the club photographer in the early to late 80’s. We stayed active in the club working tech until the early 90’s. Chris and I won many CCR autocross titles in the early 80’s, and even ran the Chimney Rock Hillclimb in my RX-7. Along came the children and funds for Solo 1 and 2 were allocated elsewhere.
About 5 years ago I came back the SCCA by crewing for a friend in Spec Miata. This led to my getting my competition license, which I don’t get to use as much as I like. I ran the first year of the Time Trial Program and came away with the SSB Title in a Miata. I now spend many club weekend taking pictures for the website and myself. I am responsible for the photo trophies that are awarded to the Hillclimb Class Winners.
I believe that with my past and current experience with this club I will be a valuable asset to the Board. I am familiar with Solo 2, Time Trials, and Club Racing. I have worked all aspects of these events and understand what is required.
I currently live in Hickory, NC with my wife Chris and my Daughter Jessica our 6 Jack Russell’s, American Hairless Terrier, Border Terrier and Mutt.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Richard Hunter
