A Bristol Motor Speedway Executive Has Been Named Commissioner Of The Tennessee Department Of Tourism By Governor Bill Haslam. 49 Year Old Kevin Triplett Is Vice President Of Public Affairs For The Speedway. Prior To Joining BMS In 2005, Triplett Worked In Various Roles For Nascar Including Managing Director Of Business Operations. He Replaces Susan Whitaker Who Left The Post In December. Triplett’s First Day On The Job Will Be April 23rd.