CJ Faison

CJ Faison, born on August 31, 1993, in Felton, Delaware, commenced his racing career at the age of four in go-kart ranks, gradually progressing to dirt sprint cars in the Delaware area. His professional journey in NASCAR began with the K&N Pro Series East in 2011, where he made three starts. In 2012, Faison competed in nine K&N Pro Series East races, achieving a pole position and two top-ten finishes. In 2013, he secured a partnership with Sherwin-Williams and recorded one top-five finish in six starts in the series. During the 2013 season, Faison also made his debut in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series with SS-Green Light Racing, participating in two races. He continued his NASCAR career, making two starts in the Xfinity Series in 2015 with JGL Racing and one start in the Camping World Truck Series in 2016.

Beyond his motorsports career, Faison has developed a business portfolio. His involvement in the auto auction industry started at age seven, working at his father Ronald’s business, Delaware Auto Exchange. At 22, Faison assumed the role of general manager for Delaware Auto Exchange, contributing to its growth by engaging with a younger demographic. He additionally serves on the board of directors for the National Association of Public Auto Auctions. Faison’s entrepreneurial ventures also encompass a mixed martial arts series, a sunglasses company, and a shock manufacturing company, JMI Motorsports, which produces specialized shock absorbers for race cars. In 2023, he transitioned into off-road racing, competing in the Mint 400. He is also a YouTuber with over 450,000 subscribers, focusing on horror and motorsports content.

His career path demonstrates a progression from a competitive racing driver to a multi-faceted businessman and content creator. Faison’s journey, which began with grassroots racing, led to participation in prominent NASCAR series before he diversified his professional interests into various businesses and digital content creation. This evolution highlights his adaptability and ability to cultivate success across different fields.