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Professional Racing Driver

Rochester, NY
Age 21

Rising motorsports talent from Rochester, NY. From her first track day in 2021 to competing internationally in three series simultaneously, Kelsey represents the determination and entrepreneurial spirit that Satispie proudly supports.

Kelsey Pinkowski in the Cockpit

Kelsey Pinkowski in the Cockpit

Ready to race in the Ligier JS F4

Kelsey Pinkowski's journey in motorsports is nothing short of remarkable. What began as a single track day in the summer of 2021—just before her senior year of high school—has evolved into a professional racing career that spans three international series simultaneously. A Rochester native and Global Business Management student at RIT, Kelsey intentionally chose her major to master marketing and personal branding in the competitive world of motorsports. Beyond the track, she's the founder and operator of KelMic Racing LLC, her own organization dedicated to supporting and optimizing the development of young drivers. Her rapid progression from club-level events to international single-seater competition in just three years showcases the perseverance, business acumen, and competitive drive that makes her an ideal partner for Satispie. She's not just a driver—she's an entrepreneur, a student, and a trailblazer, proving that with determination and strategic thinking, anything is possible.

Ligier JS F4 Championship

USA (6 rounds)

Team:Crosslink Motorsports
Car Number:#20
Branding:Satispie / FDA Logistics
Status:

Full-season competitor

8th place finish at Road America (May 18, 2025); 12th place finishes at Mid-Ohio (June 21-22, 2025)

Kyojo Cup

Japan

Team:Team KCMG
Car Number:#9
Branding:Satispie KDDP KC-MG01
Status:

Rookie competitor, only American in field

Season debut at Fuji Speedway (May 10-11, 2025); Season-high 14th place in August Sprint race

SCCA Majors Championship

USA

Team:Independent
Car Number:#TBD
Branding:Ligier F4 chassis
Status:

Development program

Finished 9th in standings after opening round at NOLA; 11th place finish at Road America (June 2025)

2025 Gorsline Scholarship Winner

March 2025

Prestigious award given to exceptional young drivers. Past recipients include Danica Patrick (2001), Josef Newgarden, Conor Daly, and Katherine Legge. Recipients receive Human Performance Institute training and mentorship from the Rochester-based Gorsline Company.

Second Female in Full JS F4 Season

2025

Only the second female driver to contest a full Ligier JS F4 Championship season, breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport.

SVRA Watkins Glen 2nd Place

2024

Finished 2nd place driving a historic Jaguar at Watkins Glen, starting from 7th position—demonstrating strong racecraft and adaptability across different vehicle types.

Rapid Career Progression

2021-2025

Progressed from her first-ever track day to international single-seater racing in approximately three years, showcasing exceptional talent and dedication.

Ligier JS F4

Road America - Round 4

September 12, 2025
Elkhart Lake, WI
Kyojo Cup

Autopolis - Round 6

September 20, 2025
Oita, Japan
SCCA FX

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

October 5, 2025
Indianapolis, IN

Ligier JS F4

Mid-Ohio - Round 3 (Race 2)

June 22, 2025
Lexington, OH
Result:P12
Started: P15
Ligier JS F4

Mid-Ohio - Round 3 (Race 1)

June 21, 2025
Lexington, OH
Result:P12
Started: P14
SCCA FX

Road America

June 15, 2025
Elkhart Lake, WI
Result:P11
Ligier JS F4

Road America - Round 2

May 18, 2025
Elkhart Lake, WI
Result:P8
Started: P10
Kyojo Cup

Fuji Speedway - Season Debut

May 11, 2025
Shizuoka, Japan
Result:P16
Started: P18

Education

Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)

Global Business Management student at RIT, intentionally choosing this major to learn marketing and personal branding strategies for her racing career. Also serves as Business Associate for RIT's Formula SAE team, applying classroom knowledge to real-world motorsports engineering and team management.

Personal Brand

KelMic Racing LLC

Founder and operator of KelMic Racing LLC, an organization dedicated to supporting and optimizing the development of young drivers in auto racing. Tagline: 'Fueled by Adrenaline, Powered by KelMic.'

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