It stands to reason that as NASCAR grows, so will the need for support staff to keep the sport running smoothly. From college curriculums at UNC Charlotte and Clemson to vocational programs at community colleges, the next generation of NASCAR professionals have arrived. And with a recent study estimating that motorsports-related businesses bring over $5 billion annually to the state of North Carolina, it is only a matter of time before educational institutions across America follow suit.

When you go to an awards dinner, it is usually the people receiving the awards that get to make the long-winded speeches. But when you write the checks, the rules change a bit. So instead of Tony Stewart, you get Home Depot CEO Bob Nardelli. Sort of like going to the Academy Awards and getting Harvey Weinstein instead of Halle Berry...