The 500 Festival has announced its newly elected Board officers and incoming Board Directors for the 2026-2027 year. The new leadership will help guide the organization as it continues its mission of celebrating the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500 while producing life-enriching events and programs that make a positive impact across Indiana and beyond.
Among those new Board officers is Roger Harvey of Westfield, who will serve as Chair.
The 500 Festival Board of Directors, comprised of 33 community leaders, act as trustees, representing the organization within the community. Committed to bettering the organization, members serve on various committees that enhance the 500 Festival’s events and programs. The 2026-2027 Board leadership includes:
- Chair: Roger Harvey, Principal, Bose Public Affairs Group
- Vice Chair: Troy Gilstorf, Regional Managing Partner, Forvis Mazars
- Secretary: Brandi Davis-Handy, President, AES Indiana
- Treasurer: Bowman Elder, President, Southern Indiana Commerce Corporation
- Immediate Past Chair: Christina Moungey, Managing Director, Indiana Kentucky Region Manager, J.P. Morgan
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway Seat: Ellen Saul, Vice President of Premium Services, Indianapolis Motor Speedway
“Roger Harvey embodies the spirit of service, leadership, and community that defines the 500 Festival,” said Dave Neff, president and CEO of the 500 Festival. “Through his involvement with the organization, he has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to our mission and the people we serve. I am confident his leadership as board chair will strengthen and help us continue creating meaningful experiences in Indiana and beyond.”
Learn more about the 500 Festival Board of Directors here or the 500 Festival Foundation Board of Directors here.
To learn about the 500 Festival’s events and programs, please visit 500festival.com.
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