About Tom Merminod
Tom Merminod is a French-American professional drift athlete and entrepreneur defined by an unwavering work ethic and a lifelong passion for mechanical innovation. A first-generation immigrant who moved from France to Lutz, Florida, Tom’s journey is a modern reflection of the American Dream. Known in the paddock as a "competitor with a smile and great energy," Tom balances an infectious enthusiasm for the sport with the grit required to win in high-stakes competition.
Tom’s technical foundation was built in his youth, spent inventing, building, and developing whatever he could get his hands on in the garage and around the house. This upbringing, paired with a passion for motorsports and extreme sport and later earning a degree from the University of South Florida, transitioned naturally into the world of drifting. As a business owner, Tom brings a high level of professional accountability and "big picture" branding to his sponsors.
He understands that success is built on loyalty—a trait mirrored in his personal life, where he remains with his high-school sweetheart now- wife and two cat fur babies.
Today, Tom competes with the precision of a craftsman and the heart of a true enthusiast. Supported by his family, friends and his wife at every event, he represents a unique bridge between the professional business world and the high-performance automotive industry.