About Bill Lester

Bill Lester is living history. He is a member of a rare group of African Americans who have raced in the NASCAR Cup series.

University of California Berkeley educated and formally trained as an electrical engineer and computer scientist, Bill spent 15 years working for the Hewlett-Packard Company. But he left the high-tech industry in order to commit to his childhood dream of becoming a professional race car driver. By believing in himself and taking the necessary risks, at the age of 40, Bill became an auto racing pioneer.

His professional racing career lasted over a decade at the top levels of the sport. Bill’s unique story outlines a road less traveled and is an inspiration to all who hear it. He enjoys sharing his proven practices for success with the goal of motivating others to live their best life.

To learn more about Bill Lester’s illustrious racing career, visit our sister site: Bill Lester Racing.

Bill Lester is living history. He is a member of a rare group of African Americans who have raced in the NASCAR Cup series.

University of California Berkeley educated and formally trained as an electrical engineer and computer scientist, Bill spent 15 years working for the Hewlett-Packard Company. But he left the high-tech industry in order to commit to his childhood dream of becoming a professional race car driver. By believing in himself and taking the necessary risks, at the age of 40, Bill became an auto racing pioneer.

His professional racing career lasted over a decade at the top levels of the sport. Bill’s unique story outlines a road less traveled and is an inspiration to all who hear it. He enjoys sharing his proven practices for success with the goal of motivating others to live their best life.

To learn more about Bill Lester’s illustrious racing career, visit our sister site: Bill Lester Racing.

Check out the short film based on Bill's memoir: Winning in Reverse

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