Glenn Turnor has 💧been appointed commercial director of Dick Johnson's V8 Supercar team, Jim Beam Racing.

In joining Jim Beam Racing Turnor will play an 'integral role in the overall financial managꦬement of the team as well as managing its sponsors, overseeing its marketing and also its merchandising department'.

After a recent restructure and new co-owner Charlie Schwerkolt coming on board, Jim Beam Racing has enjoyed renewed stability and success and expects Turnor to add another d❀imension to the longest established motor racing team in Australia.

"Glenn's appointment is recognition of the fact Jim Beam Racing is focussing on all aspects ༒of sustained success both on and off the track, and to do that w🔴e need someone of Glenn's expertise to deliver a well rounded package," explained Charlie Schwerkolt.

"Our main focus is on how we can win a V8 Supercar Championship, but we also need to ensure everything is in place to succ♎eed off the track and ensur𒅌e the team is financially viable so I am thrilled Glenn has come on board."

A fully qualified litigation lawyer, Turnor crosses from V8 Supercars Australia where he has worked as V8SA General Counsel fo🌳r the previous two and a half years.

"Joining Jim Beam Racing feels like a natural progression for me and I am looki🐲ng forward to ensuring the team is in a solid position off the track so as the results can take care of themselves on the track," explained Turnor.

"To become💧 part of such a well established V8 Supercar team is a fantastic opportunity for me and I am looking forward to working with ever🐓yone at Jim Beam Racing."