Doug Duchardt formerly worked at Chip Ganassi Racing and Hendrick Motorsports
Doug Duchardt is now the president of Spire Motorsports. The team operates multiple teams in the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Truck Series.
Duchardt recently worked at Chip Ganassi Racing for the last six years. He joined the team as COO but more recently operated as an executive consultant.
He has a vast history with CGR. He managed many aspects of CGR operations including Indycar, SportsCar and NASCAR teams.
Before his work with CGR, he worked 12 years for Hendrick Motorsports. He worked as the Vice President of Development and was later promoted to Executive Vice President.
Duchardt new role with Spire will span the entire organization. This latest hire is only the latest in a string of investments from the team.
Spire Motorsports recently purchased a NASCAR Cup Series charter for an estimated $40 million. It set a new record for the sale of a charter.
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And only weeks after that purchase, they then bought Kyle Busch Motorsports. The team will now have their own development ladder with the addition of the NASCAR Truck Series operation.
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Doug Duchardt
“I have been impressed with Spire Motorsports’ incremental growth since its inception,” said Duchardt.
“It’s an exciting opportunity to join the team as we work toward increased competitiveness in the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Walking into the facility you can feel the enthusiasm and energy.”
“I am also looking forward to working with my previous teammates at Chevrolet, Trackhouse Racing and Hendrick Motorsports as Spire prepares for the 2024 season.”
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Jeff Dickerson
“As Spire Motorsports continues to grow, it’s important to add impactful personnel at every level,” said Spire Motorsports co-owner Jeff Dickerson.
“I’ve known and had a close personal relationship with Doug Duchardt for nearly 20 years. Doug’s resume and body of work speaks for itself. Having him on staff raises our competitive bar immediately. He brings a results-based work ethic to our team that will pay immediate dividends.”
“Our expectations for the impact his presence will make across our entire organization cannot be overstated. He has a rich history with General Motors which has resulted in close and deep personal relationships at the manufacturer level and positions him firmly at the intersection of our crucial relationships with both Hendrick Motorsports and Trackhouse Racing.”
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