Sperry Hutchinson
Chairman / Emcee · Copperstate 1000 Vintage Road Rally
Phoenix, AZ
In My Own Words
Curious and charismatic, Sperry's career path reflects his diverse interests. Working primarily in the automotive world, his broad experience and skills complement a formal education earned in rigorous Jesuit schools and universities. From metal fabrication and art history to research & development and non-profit leadership; from project management and architectural preservation to event creation and revenue growth - he loves surmounting new challenges and making the world just a little better each day.
Beyond work, he volunteers as a member of the Men's Arts Council, raising millions of dollars through annual events and successful fundraising and partnerships that support the Phoenix Art Museum and the Arizona DPS 10-90 Foundation, helping fallen officers and their families. He's been honored to serve on the Board of Directors, as Chairman / Emcee of the world-class Copperstate 1000 vintage road rally, and as a Co-Founding Chairman of the world's first luxury, vintage, off-road rally, the incredible Copperstate Overland.
A native of Phoenix, Arizona, Sperry spent much of his youth exploring the wilds of the Pacific and the Sea of Cortez with family and friends through his parents' dive tour company (think "Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" with "Cheers" and some "Reading Rainbow" mixed in.) Having escaped the desert twice for some Southern California living, he's recently returned to Phoenix and may stick around a while.
Work Experience
Chairman / Emcee
Copperstate 1000 Vintage Road Rally2018 – Present
Directed and led the world-class, vintage automotive rally for three years, including rescheduling and executing a successful 30th anniversary run during the 2020 pandemic. After my last run as chairman, I was asked to stay on and now serve as master of ceremonies during the annual five-day charity event, raising a few eyebrows and more than a few dollars for the Phoenix Art Museum and the AZ DPS 10-90 Foundation. It is an honor and passion of mine to be involved with this incredible event celebrating vintage cars and those who enjoy and drive them.
Car Specialist
SBX Cars2023 – 2024
Consigning the best collector cars on Earth for the launch of a new auction platform from the world's largest automotive entertainment brand, SB Media / Supercar Blondie.
Manager of Development
The Piston Foundation2022 – 2023
Funding skilled-trade education in the collector car industry.
Manager, Private Client Services, Western Region
Hagerty2019 – 2020
Ultra high-net worth automotive insurance sales manager.
Historian / Curator
PRICE HOUSE FOUNDATION2014 – 2019
Historian and site manager for Frank Lloyd Wright’s largest residential project in the Southwest - the Harold Price, Sr. residence.
Education
Brophy College Preparatory
1994 – 1998
Project Management Certification
W. P. Carey School of Business – Arizona State University2009 – 2009
