Raymond Smith is an experienced professional in gaming, esports, and marketing, currently serving as the Director of Gaming & Esports at NASCAR since June 2020, after previously holding the position of Senior Manager in the same area. Prior to NASCAR, Raymond was the Senior Manager of Marketing & Fan Development at Richmond International Raceway from August 2017 to May 2020. Earlier in Raymond's career, from June 2009 to July 2017, various roles were held at the Washington Nationals, including Experiential Marketing Manager and Community Marketing Coordinator. Raymond began the journey at the Washington Nationals in March 2007 as an Entertainment Trainee, culminating in the role of Entertainment Coordinator for the 2008 Inaugural Eagle Bank Bowl. Raymond holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sports Management from Emory & Henry University, obtained in 2007.