Kevin Krauss is a seasoned American racing driver, successful entrepreneur, and respected voice in the motorsports community. With decades of experience behind the wheel from grassroots racing to competitive open-wheel series, Krauss brings a rare blend of on-track credibility and business acumen.
He is the owner of Krauss Meats, a rapidly growing specialty meat company known for premium quality, strong regional brand loyalty, and its deep ties to racing culture.
Krauss is also the creator and host of the acclaimed 7th Gear Overrev podcast, where he delivers insider analysis, compelling driver interviews, and technical breakdowns for passionate fans. His engaging style, authentic storytelling, and broad industry relationships have made the show a fixture among motorsports enthusiasts. Whether in business, broadcasting, or the driver’s seat, Kevin Krauss is recognized for his passion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to elevating the racing community.
Brian McRae is a strategic partnership architect operating at the intersection of motorsports, business development, and experiential marketing. As Partner Marketing Manager for Gradient Racing’s IMSA GTD program, he forges sponsorships that transcend conventional branding to deliver measurable commercial value for partners.
At Gradient Racing, McRae works with team leadership to develop partnership strategies that put sponsors in the competitive context, turning race weekends into active venues for business development, research, and immersive interaction.
He offers over 30 years of experience in software engineering, corporate sales, and marketing, and resides in Austin, Texas. Recently he was named Series Director for the American Formula Sim Series.
Catch this week’s episode Thursday night 10/15 at 6:00 PM ET on SPEED SPORT 1 available on Amazon Prime, Roku, Apple TV and other streaming services.
