Kentucky announces pre-race officials:

Kentucky Speedway announced that the most famous words in racing will be delivered by Advance Auto Parts President George Sherman who will serve as grand marshal for the June Quaker State 400 presented by Advance Auto Parts race. Canadian Tire Associate Vice President, Automotive Merchandising Paula Sayers will start the race when she waves the green flag and serves as the honorary starter. Sherman, a former officer in the United States Air Force, joined the Advance Auto Parts team in April of 2013 and is responsible for store operations, merchandising, marketing, supply chain and information technology functions. Sayers, a car enthusiast, has been with Canadian Tire for 16-years where she dedicates her time to the automotive business.(Kentucky Speedway)