The Academy of Finance
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The Classic Fall Drive:
A Rallye for Financial Education

Two Days of Style, Speed, and Purpose — from New York to the Hills of Connecticut

Join us this fall for our first curated classic car rally, blending performance, elegance, and impact. Over two days, we’ll escape the city, take scenic roads to Lime Rock Park, and experience the thrill of the track — all in support of the next generation of financial leaders through the Argenson Demmert Foundation.

Location:

Departure from New York City
Destination: Lime Rock Park, Lakeville, Connecticut
Return: New York City

Time/Date:

Fall 2025 (Exact date to be announced)
Day 1: Morning departure – overnight in Lakeville)
Day 2: Return drive to New York

Include:

– Curated scenic driving route
– Private track session at Lime Rock Park
– Accommodations at a boutique hotel
– Evening cocktail & dinner experience
– Breakfast & rallye concierge services
– Rallye gift bag
– Professional photography & video content
– Charitable donation toward the Academy of Finance Fellowship

Excludes:

– Fuel and tolls
– Personal insurance coverage
– Lunches and incidental purchases
– Transport of vehicles (if needed)

The Fall Drive Rallye is more than a drive — it’s an experience designed to celebrate automotive beauty, shared passion, and social good. Starting from New York City, our group of curated participants will take a bespoke route northward to the storied Lime Rock Park, nestled in the hills of Litchfield County.

Day one includes a scenic convoy, autumn landscapes, and a warm evening gathering over cocktails and dinner. Day two puts you behind the wheel where it counts — on the track. Lime Rock Park offers an unforgettable driving session in a safe, thrilling setting. After lunch, we head back to New York, taking home memories, connections, and the satisfaction of driving for something greater.

All proceeds benefit Argenson Demmert Philanthropy, supporting financial education through the Academy of Finance Fellowship, empowering talented students to access mentorship, scholarships, and opportunity. This fall, drive with us — and drive change