IMS releases PR Director

Ron Green, the director of public relations for Indianapolis Motor Speedway, was released from his position Tuesday as part of what is expected to be a significant staff reduction at the historic facility.

Green, a Beech Grove native, spent 11 years with the Indy Racing League and IMS, often serving as an official spokesman for the companies.

IMS CEO Jeff Belskus, who took leadership from Tony George in July, said last week that adjustments were necessary to offset recent financial losses. Indy Star