Keynote Speaker:
Jay Blake, NHRA Race Crew Chief & Owner Follow-A-Dream
Alcohol Funny Car
Jay Blake is founder and president of Follow A Dream, and the only
totally blind crew chief in the worldwide sport of auto racing.
He has more than 15 years’ experience as a professional auto
mechanic and more than 25 years in drag racing.
Jay is responsible for the organization’s management, operations and
community outreach programs, as well as performing mechanical
work on the racecar.
Jay leads his team of racing professionals in NHRA Top Alcohol
Funny Car competition, where they won the 2012 East Region
championship and finished the season ranked 11th in national points.
Jay Blake speaks & shows video
2015 National Automotive Technology Competition Script
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