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Jeffrey O’Neill is the Founder of The Velocity Invitational, an auto racing event that showcases the evolution of motorsports technology and ingenuity. The event started in 2019 at the Sonoma Speed Festival and after the COVID-forced pause in 2020, the event came back with a vengeance and a new name. The new event took place at Laguna Seca Raceway as a three-day weekend filled with hundreds of iconic race cars, historic racing, special exhibitions, food, wine, and more. This year’s event returns to Sonoma Speedway on November 10, 11, and 12, and expects to attract over 10,000 visitors. Jeffrey has always had a passion for race cars alongside his passion for wine and distilling. He is the Founder and CEO of O’Neill Vintners and Distillers located in California’s Central Valley.
SHOW SPONSORS
American Collectors Insurance • Linkage Magazine • Techforce Foundation • RPM Foundation
INSPIRATION
The late Peter Mullin was a huge inspiration for Jeff.
CHALLENGE
Just one year after joining his family’s wine business, it went bankrupt. Jeff rebuilt it with private equity involvement, taking it public, and eventually returning the company to privately owned status.
SPECIAL CAR
A Maserati 250F, Jeff’s first vintage race car.
PARTING WORDS OF WISDOM
At O’Neill Wines, one of their sayings is “No Drama.” Bring a positive attitude and it will take you wherever you want to go.
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