Jim O'Brill

Jim is Senior Director of Marketing & Strategy for the Chicago Automobile Trade Association and Chicago Auto Show as well as a co-host of Drive Chicago Radio on WLS 890 AM Chicago. He also serves as the President of the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) and creates digital content for Drive Chicago, The Chicago Auto Show, and MAMA. Early in his career he worked at several car dealerships in various areas of the business. Jim has attended track school and driven vehicles on multiple circuits such as Road America and Gingerman Raceway. Jim has been a guest judge for the Hot Wheels Legends Tour and other area car events. Prior to working in the auto industry Jim worked at the experiential agency, Mosaic, representing brands like Proctor & Gamble,  Starbucks, and Nestle nationwide. He also spent nearly 10 years working as a promotions manager for Chicago radio stations 97.1FM The Drive and 101.9FM The Mix.