THE DRIVERS

The hospitality team behind Le Mans Kitchen inside the Sarasota Ford includes:

■ Blake Campbell, restaurant manager with experience at

The Ritz-Carlton and The Oaks Club, in addition to Sarasota fine-dining star Selva Grill.

■ Chef Joel Casillas, who has been cooking in some of the area’s top kitchens.

■ Tommy Klauber, who has previously run several restaurants in the area, including Pattigeorge’s on Longboat Key and Polo Grill and Fete Catering in Lakewood Ranch.

■ Jose Martinez, Michelin Star recipient and owner and executive chef at Maison Blanche on Longboat Key.

■ Mirza Velic, chief experience officer at Sarasota Ford, who has an extensive customer service background and training from high level brands, including The RitzCarlton