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Pebble Beach Concours Names New Chairperson
Pebble Beach Concours appoints Vince Finaldi as eighth chairperson in 76 years.
In brief
Pebble Beach Concours appoints Vince Finaldi as eighth chairperson in 76 years. Vince Finaldi, a local automotive enthusiast and former trial attorney, becomes Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance chairperson after Sandra Button steps down. Originally reported by Autoweek.
Pebble Beach Concours Names New Chairperson
Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance appoints Vince W. Finaldi as its eighth chairperson in 76 years.
Sandra Button Steps Down
Sandra Button, who chaired the event for over 20 years and worked with the concours for 40 years, becomes Global Brand Ambassador and Strategic Advisor.
Vince Finaldi’s Background
Vince Finaldi, a local resident of Carmel Highlands, owns a restoration shop in Del Rey Oaks and has over 1,000 automotive books and manuals.
Vince Finaldi’s Automotive History
Finaldi grew up in automotive shops with family roots tracing back to Italian immigrants who worked in the auto industry.
Vince Finaldi’s Career
After serving in the Marine Corps, Finaldi graduated magna cum laude from UC Berkeley and earned a law degree from UCLA, then became a trial attorney.
Vince Finaldi’s Automotive Passion
Finaldi has owned over 50 collector cars, including a Ferrari 500 Mondial, 365 GTB/4 Daytona, and Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing.
Vince Finaldi’s Statement
Finaldi said he has enjoyed the past nine months as President of the Concours, learning all aspects of the event and interacting with entrants, attendees, staff, and sponsors.
Collector Reactions
Pebble entrant Bruce Meyer praised Finaldi as calm, open-minded, and dedicated to keeping Pebble Beach the premier show on earth.
Future of Concours
Bruce Canepa, who works with Laguna Seca and the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, believes Finaldi will modernize the concours without alienating the old guard.
The bottom line
Vince Finaldi, a local automotive enthusiast and former trial attorney, becomes Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance chairperson after Sandra Button steps down.
