George Kurtz

George Kurtz, born on October 14, 1970, is an American businessman and racing driver. He is primarily known as the CEO and founder of the cybersecurity company CrowdStrike. However, Kurtz also has a significant presence in the world of motorsports. He began his racing career in 2016 in the Pirelli World Challenge, driving an Aston Martin Vantage GT4. He quickly progressed, securing the GTS Am class title in 2017 while piloting a McLaren 570S GT4.

Kurtz's racing endeavors continued to evolve, and he participated in the GT World Challenge America, securing impressive results, including a second-place finish in the Pro-Am standings in 2020. In 2022, he achieved considerable success in both IMSA and GTWC America, culminating in the SRO3 class title in GTWC America with ten victories. He also has notable race victories across prototype and GT races include class wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Indianapolis 8-Hour, the 4 Hours of Sepang and Petit Le Mans. In 2023, Kurtz made the step up to the LMP2 category in the IMSA SCC, showcasing his versatility and commitment to racing.

Beyond his achievements on the track, Kurtz's passion for racing extends to team ownership. He fields his own Crowdstrike team, demonstrating a deep investment in the sport. He earned the Trueman Cup in IMSA, and was named the Overall Driver GT3 Champion in the Mercedes Customer Racing Championship. His racing efforts are often supported by accomplished drivers, highlighting his dedication to achieving excellence in motorsports.