New President at INDYCAR: Doug Boles Takes the Helm

A local icon in the racing world has taken on a new role as president of INDYCAR. Doug Boles will lead both INDYCAR and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, according to an announcement from Penske.

Boles has been president of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway since 2013 and will be succeeding Jay Frye in his new role.

Racing is in my DNA, and no form of racing resonates more personally and strongly with me than the NTT INDYCAR SERIES,” Boles said. “I’m honored to lead the amazing team at INDYCAR, and I truly believe the future is bigger and brighter than ever for our sport and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. I’m extremely grateful to Mark Miles for this opportunity, and fans can rest assured the hard work is already under way and 2025 will be a fantastic season.”

Under Boles’ leadership, the Indianapolis 500 saw its first sold-out crowd in the event’s history for their 100th race.

Doug is the ideal choice to lead both INDYCAR and IMS as we enter a new era of opportunity and visibility,” said Mark Miles. “He’s an exceptional leader and motivator who is appreciated by our fans and respected by our owners, drivers, partners and additional key stakeholders.”

Frye leaves his tenure as president of INDYCAR after 10 years with a legacy of “tremendous successes at INDYCAR”.

In addition to Boles being named president of INDYCAR, Penske Entertainment announced multiple other leadership changes. Mark Sibla is promoted to senior vice president of INDYCAR Competition and Operations. Kyle Novak will become INDYCAR’s vice president of officiation and race control. Alex Damron will add the responsibility of chief marketing officer while maintaining his position as vice president of corporate communications. And Louis Kissinger will be general manager of IMS operations.

The 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES begins Sunday, March 2.