As a Canadian race car driver with his sights on world championships, a major component of my job is to secure and retain corporate sponsorship. It has been my observation that traditional motor-sport sponsorship programs are not effective in providing the sponsor with a measurable return on investment. My program resolves this problem. I am looking for individuals or companies who will benefit from becoming involved, either as sponsors or as a part of my management team.
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Jim Obalek Drag RacingCurrentOwner/Driver
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Jim Obalek posted a link:I wanted to share with everyone the reviews I just received from my first race of the season, and my first race in a Nitro Funny car, (Nitro refers to the fuel, nitro-methane, and explosive similar to nitro glycerine which adds tremendous power (4000hp), to these engines). (Funny Car refers to... see more I wanted to share with everyone the reviews I just received from my first race of the season, and my first race in a Nitro Funny car, (Nitro refers to the fuel, nitro-methane, and explosive similar to nitro glycerine which adds tremendous power (4000hp), to these engines). (Funny Car refers to the fiberglass flip top body, that back in the origins of the class, "Looked kind funny")1 year ago
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JoAnne Ward WOW! What guts you have! Congrats, Jim. I am sure we'll hear more about you with similar events. Take care!1 year ago
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Alexander Potter Kewl! Go! Jim! Go! Looking forward to hearing more of your Nitro exploits...1 year ago
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Monika Becker Way to go, Jim!1 year ago
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Neil Hamilton ..this is why Jim's ph. no. is "1320". He's one of the fastest guys out there in 1320 ft. (the distance of a drag race...). Way to go Jim...we'll try to catch you at Mission this summer!1 year ago
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Christine Till Jim, You Rock!1 year ago
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Luciano DiMarino I was at the track this weekend with my kids to see Jim and the other races. What a spectacular event! My 2 year old was "eyes wide open" when Jim let him sit in his car. I have never seen him... see moreI was at the track this weekend with my kids to see Jim and the other races. What a spectacular event! My 2 year old was "eyes wide open" when Jim let him sit in his car. I have never seen him be that way before about anything. Jim, you might have yourself another racer! Great job Jim!!10 months ago
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Jim Obalek posted a discussion:This weekend at Mission Raceway Park is the last opportunity for you to see me race my 4500hp, 0 to 100mph in less than a second, Nitro Funny Car locally this year.
Saturday afternoon/evening is the best time to come out to capture the complete experience.
Entry is only $25 which includes a... see more This weekend at Mission Raceway Park is the last opportunity for you to see me race my 4500hp, 0 to 100mph in less than a second, Nitro Funny Car locally this year.
Saturday afternoon/evening is the best time to come out to capture the complete experience.
Entry is only $25 which includes a pit pass so you can get up close to all the cars and talk to the drivers and crew. Come by my pit for a personal tour of the whole team and the race car.
Kids under 12 are free. Parking is free.
I'm looking forward to seeing many HOBN members there!
More info about the event is here: http://www.jimobalek.com/nitro-in-mission-at-the-lucas-oil-canadian-national-open/10 months ago -
Jim Obalek posted a discussion:The points have been tallied after the Rockabilly Rod reunion at Las Vegas Motor Speedway last week, which was the fourth of eleven events for the NHRA Hot Rod heritage Series and I am in a solid third place! NHRA points website.
24 cars were entered in the event out of which we qualified a... see more The points have been tallied after the Rockabilly Rod reunion at Las Vegas Motor Speedway last week, which was the fourth of eleven events for the NHRA Hot Rod heritage Series and I am in a solid third place! NHRA points website.
24 cars were entered in the event out of which we qualified a very strong fourth, well ahead of many of the heavy hitters in the series. Even just to qualify for this eight car field was a huge accomplishment.
Here is a fantastic video of the whole weekend: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqDcf8QkKjw&feature=share
I'd like to ask you a question, that was asked of me last weekend, I would really like to hear your answers.
Please, I would appreciate a moment of your time to consider this and reply.
I was talking to the father of another racer, when he asked me: "Why are not more local and Canadian businesses supporting you, jumping on your bandwagon to cash in on your success? You are obviously doing very well with your limited budget and more than capable of becoming a world champion, what do we have to do to get you the support you need and deserve? Everyone wins when you win."
I've been thinking about this a lot since that conversation, and I have some ideas, but I see this from a very different perspective than you do, and I would greatly appreciate hearing your thoughts on this question.
What else can I do? And how can you help me to do it?
We can be a world champion, with my limited resources I am currently number three in the world, and let me point out that my budget has only allowed me to compete in two of the four events so far. Had I competed in all four events I could very well be number one.
Feel free to email me, or call me, anytime at all, your thoughts and ideas are always welcome.
And your support is appreciated immensely.
Looking forward to hearing from you,
Jim Obalek
jim@jimobalek.com
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Monika Becker Congrats, Jim! That is an amazing achievement - good on you!11 months ago
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Craig Addy A huge congratulations to you Jim!
What's missing?
Are you still asking and asking and asking? And are you keeping the momentum of asking up?
I once participated in a teleconference program. It... see moreA huge congratulations to you Jim!
What's missing?
Are you still asking and asking and asking? And are you keeping the momentum of asking up?
I once participated in a teleconference program. It was lead by Paul Trurro - an amazingly effective leader in Personal & Growth Development programs I have participated in. Whenever he took on producing results for a program that was having lack luster results, he would explode those results exponentially. 100s of people from all over North America participated in this teleconference.
One of the biggest things I learned from him and have now personally experienced whenever I am disciplined enough to follow the guidelines is that as human beings we almost always give up too early. If we are willing to keep asking we will produce results. Even if we are not asking effectively, if we keep doing it we will produce results. Often we give up just when we are about to reap the reward. Or we have some small amount of success and then stop there rather than keeping the momentum. Somewhere along the line we lose this ability to keep persisting as we grow up and become "adults".
My favourite analogy is of a child who wants a cookie. He asks his mother and she says, "No, dinner is ready soon". A minute later he asks again - and then again and again and again and again. Finally his mother relents and pulls out the cookie jar. The child then reaches in and takes two.
Jim, as I pursue my wild and crazy dream of Under the Piano I have experienced some pretty interesting and difficult times financially. I have chosen that because I am committed to and passionate about my dream. But you know what, every time - without fail - that I have encountered one of these difficult situations, "asking" of my community has produced the results I need. Just like you are now.
This may not be what you need, but it's what I have to contribute to you right now.
Of course,
It could be that you have an unused Under the Piano certificate. My piano is waiting for you to come and enjoy that experience and when you do you will have the big a ha moment you need to catapult you forward in your sponsorship game : )
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Jim Obalek I love you Craig! Thank you.
Yes, I do keep asking and asking and asking, and I agree fully with the philosophy of perseverance. That is what has gotten me this far, and I will persevere and... see moreI love you Craig! Thank you.
Yes, I do keep asking and asking and asking, and I agree fully with the philosophy of perseverance. That is what has gotten me this far, and I will persevere and become a world champion.
My request here is to try to see my current position from an outside perspective so I can better assess how to continue with the momentum I have, as well as to hopefully get some new fresh ideas. And most importantly to let as many people as possible know now is a huge opportunity to cash in on my current successes and benefit from becoming involved.
A sincere thank you Craig, I truly appreciate you taking the time to read, consider and reply to my message.
I will redeem my certificate this summer, I promise. I have a plan for it. ;)11 months ago -
Neil Hamilton ...way to go Jim!!! Fantastic performance. Let me try to get my brain around how we can get you some sponsorship dollars...11 months ago
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Jim Obalek Thank you Neil.
I want to be clear here, when it comes to sponsorship I am not looking for handouts, (although they will be accepted), I am looking for companies that want to build a successful... see moreThank you Neil.
I want to be clear here, when it comes to sponsorship I am not looking for handouts, (although they will be accepted), I am looking for companies that want to build a successful marketing partnership that will show a return on their investment. A return that they define.
As unusual at it may seem, I have some great opportunities to promote green businesses that is showing fantastic success with BNAC Environmental solutions.
Any companies in the green sector that want to benefit on my current and future success are encouraged to contact me or be introduced to me.
More mainstream media exposure always helps too, mention me to anyone you may know in TV, Radio, or newspapers.
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Jim Obalek posted a discussion:I'm looking for an electrician to install a basic 20 amp 110volt circuit in a warehouse in Vancouver.
Thanks in advance.11 months ago-
Neil Hamilton 1320 Jim, call Dave Klatt @ Livewire Electric, 778-227-7940 and tell him I referred you. Dave's a good electrician and reasonable...Best my friend...will get the charger back to you as soon as we... see more1320 Jim, call Dave Klatt @ Livewire Electric, 778-227-7940 and tell him I referred you. Dave's a good electrician and reasonable...Best my friend...will get the charger back to you as soon as we can arrange it...
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Neil Hamilton I just talked with him JIm and you can call him anytime...N11 months ago
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Jim Obalek Thanks Neil. Meeting with Dave tomorrow.
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Jim Obalek posted a link:I am very proud to say that after our fantastic results in Boise last weekend I am now placed fourth in the National (world) points! This after three events into the series, and we were only at one event. Our next event in Vegas in two weeks.
Here's a great video of our whole weekend in Boise.1 year ago -
Jim Obalek posted a link:Here's a great video of one of my runs in Boise1 year ago
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Jim Obalek posted a discussion:I'm looking for a contact at BC Hydro. If they have an environmental advisory committee that would be ideal, or fleet and heavy equipment management. But anyone within BC Hydro who can start pointing me in the right direction would be a huge help.
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"Y" Yvonne Meyer Look on LinkedIn for Carol Waldman at BC Hydro. I haven't talked with her for a long time, but you could mention my name.1 year ago
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Sandy Chernoff Hi Jim, a couple of years ago I worked a contract there, my contact was Scott McConnell, his contact information is:Scott McConnell
Change Management for BC Hydro Procurement
BC Hydro
Tel:... see moreHi Jim, a couple of years ago I worked a contract there, my contact was Scott McConnell, his contact information is:Scott McConnell
Change Management for BC Hydro Procurement
BC Hydro
Tel: 604-623-3730
Cell: 604-781-7890
Fax: 604-623-3540
Scott.McConnell@bchydro.com
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Aaron Koo Jim, can I connect you with my Friend Brianne? She is the head of HR at BC Hydro. If that's a fit, let me know1 year ago
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Craig Addy Hi Jim,
I have forwarded this to a former client who works at BC Hydro. I think she has a fairly senior position. I'll connect you if she has any connections to recommend.1 year ago
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Jim Obalek posted a discussion:That's only adjective I am able to use to describe the Jet Car Fire Show I am performing on Friday and Saturday night at the BC Classic and Custom Car Show. Friday Night, and Saturday Night at the Abbotsford Tradex, be there by 6:00pm so you don't miss the action. All the details here:... see more That's only adjective I am able to use to describe the Jet Car Fire Show I am performing on Friday and Saturday night at the BC Classic and Custom Car Show. Friday Night, and Saturday Night at the Abbotsford Tradex, be there by 6:00pm so you don't miss the action. All the details here: http://www.facebook.com/events/367404236638179/1 year ago
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Craig Addy Wish I could be there. Wow 'em all Jim.1 year ago
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Mark Holland I'll be out of town...sounds very cool though....we sure have an fantastic network of interesting people in HOBN!1 year ago
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Jim Obalek posted a discussion:I want to thank Craig Addy and his musical partner Howard Meadows for a wonderful evening of not only beautiful music, but great entertainment too.
I encourage every HOBN member to mark May 26 on their calendar to attend his next concert. It is something special you do not want to miss.2 years ago-
Craig Addy Thanks Jim. You were a wonderful, attentive and interactive audience member. It was so great having you there.2 years ago
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