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Executive Compensation at the National Hot Rod Association
The National Hot Rod Association (yes, there really is such a thing) is a tax-exempt non-profit 501 (c) 6 (a trade association) that raises about $100 million annually, pays its top executive over $1 million annually, and pays for all VP’s and above to purchase upgrades to fly first class.
In 2018, the National Hot Rod Association reported total revenue of $97 million (compared to $95 million in 2017) which primarily came from admissions and sponsorships ($74 million), licenses and fees ($13 million), royalties and concessions ($5 million), and membership dues ($3 million). Read more 
