Doug Grunnet, Founder of Acumen Motorsport & Business Entrepreneur, began his racing career with his Father in the early 60’s, racing homemade go-carts. After serving his Country in the United States Naval Air with tours in Viet Nam, Mediterranean and the North Atlantic. He started a Manufacturing Company in the early 80’s, producing 2 &
4 Post Automotive Lifts, Heavy Duty Wheel Engaging Systems & Welding Positioners.
This background provided intimate understanding of the Automotive Service Industry with those Customers providing repair services to the Public. Additionally, the Material Handling Side of his background allowed him the opportunity to work with many of the Fortune 500 Companies in North America including Caterpillar, John Deere, Great Dane, Osh Kosh Defense and others.
During his career in Manufacturing, his passion for Motorsports grew. He then moved from motorcycles to Sportscar Racing – GT Class cars on the IMSA and Grand Am circuit. His early racing career highlighted by the Factory Supported Pontiac Fiero sponsored by Dole. Acumen Motorsport has grown out of his direct experience in racing, entertaining his Customers, Vendors and Employees, using the assets he has acquired during his racing career.