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Ari Straus
Founding Partner, P1 Motor Club
Ari Straus is a seasoned entrepreneur and business executive with extensive experience in the automotive and motorsports industry. He is currently the Chairman and Founding Partner of P1 Motor Club, a position he has held since January 2023.1 P1 Motor Club is described as "The Ultimate Motorsports Community".1
Career Highlights
Monticello Motor Club: Ari has been deeply involved with Monticello Motor Club for over 17 years. He served as:
- Founding Partner (June 2007 - Present)
- CEO / Managing Partner (August 2010 - October 2022)1
Monticello Motor Club is referred to as "The World's Premier Automotive Country Club".1
Other Notable Positions:
- Founder/CEO of mdINR at Lincare Holdings, Inc. (2004 - August 2010)
- General Manager at Walmart.com (2000 - 2003)
- Founder/CEO of Figleaves.com (1998 - 2000)1
Education and Skills
Ari Straus has a diverse educational background:
- MBA in Marketing & International Finance from Emory University - Goizueta Business School
- Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Franklin & Marshall College
- High School education from Hackley School1
His specialties include new business strategic planning and development, as well as leveraging new technologies to reduce costs and increase scalability.1
Additional Certifications
Ari holds several interesting certifications:
- Private Aircraft Pilot (Federal Aviation Administration)
- Master Scuba Diver (PADI)
- Fire Protection Personnel/Firefighter (Firefighters Association of the State of New York)1
Throughout his career, Ari Straus has demonstrated a strong ability to develop and execute new business strategies, particularly in the automotive and motorsports sectors. His current role at P1 Motor Club appears to be a continuation of his passion for the automotive industry and his expertise in creating exclusive motorsports communities.