Michael Rapetti

Michael Rapetti is the founder and CEO of The Motoring Club, a car enthusiast community he established in 2018.13 Based in Los Angeles County, California, Rapetti has been leading The Motoring Club for approximately 6 years and 11 months.2

Background and Career

Before founding The Motoring Club, Rapetti had a diverse career in the tech industry:

• Director of Business Development at Vroom (2016-2017)
• Director of Sales at Olapic, Inc. (2015-2016)
• Commerce Sales Manager and Senior Account Manager at Twitter (2012-2015)
• Director of Advertising Operations at AdRoll.com (2011)

He also founded Fashion Quarters, Inc., a networking web resource for the fashion industry, which he ran from 2007 to 2010.2

The Motoring Club

Rapetti's vision for The Motoring Club was to create a casual, day-to-day space for car enthusiasts that was more people-centric than car-centric.3 He aimed to establish a club with a low cost of membership that would be accessible to everyone, regardless of their level of car knowledge.3

The club has grown significantly under Rapetti's leadership, now boasting over 400 members.3 It offers various activities and amenities, including:

• A co-working space
• Coffee area
• Events and drives
• A community-focused atmosphere

Personal Journey

Rapetti's journey to founding The Motoring Club involved a significant life change. In 2015, he left his job in New York, ended a relationship, and moved to Los Angeles to pursue his vision of creating a unique car enthusiast community.3 This decision was driven by his passion for cars and his desire to be part of LA's vibrant car culture.3

Rapetti's approach to running The Motoring Club is hands-on. He organizes drives, manages events, and even handles clean-up duties. His motivation comes from seeing the community grow and hearing how the club has provided members with the connections they've always wanted.3