About this event
From the Cockpit to Formula One
An Evening with Ros De Giaxa-Salvi
Presented by the Porsche Club of America – Arizona Region
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
5:30 to 8:00 PM
ALPIO’S at Troon10452 E Jomax RdScottsdale, AZ 85262 |
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Experience One of Arizona Region PCA's Most Unique Events of the Year!
Spend an unforgettable evening celebrating the history, passion, and excitement of international motorsports through the eyes of one of our own.
Our featured speaker, Ros De Giaxa-Salvi, is an active Arizona Region PCA member, championship-winning European racing driver, and one of the best-known competitors of his era. During the golden age of European motorsports, Ros competed in Formula Ford, Formula 3, touring car, sports car, and Porsche racing, earning multiple championships and widespread recognition throughout the European racing community.
Today, Ros remains one of Formula One's most passionate followers, bringing decades of firsthand racing experience together with an encyclopedic knowledge of today's Formula One championship.
Through personal stories, behind-the-scenes experiences, and an extraordinary collection of historic racing photographs from his own career—paired with contemporary Formula One imagery—Ros will provide a fascinating perspective on how the world's premier racing series has evolved over the past five decades.
Following the presentation, guests will enjoy an interactive question-and-answer session covering European racing, Porsche competition, Formula One, legendary drivers, iconic circuits, and the remarkable technological evolution of the sport.
An Evening Designed for Porsche Enthusiasts
Your $25 registration includes:
• Heavy Hors d'Oeuvres Reception
• Live music by Allen Fenske
• Exclusive presentation by Ros De Giaxa-Salvi
• Historic racing photography and Formula One images
• Interactive audience Q&A
• Special automotive fine art exhibition by acclaimed Arizona artist Russ Cannizzaro
• Fellowship with fellow Porsche Club members and guests
Featured Artist
Arizona fine artist Russ Cannizzaro will present selections from his acclaimed American Signs Collection, celebrating iconic landmarks, automotive culture, and nostalgic imagery. His work has been exhibited nationally and is featured in private, corporate, and public collections.
Supporting St. Vincent de Paul
100% of all bar proceeds will benefit St. Vincent de Paul.
In addition, Russ Cannizzaro is generously contributing a significant portion of proceeds from artwork sales to the charity, and guests who wish to do so may also make purely voluntary charitable donations during the evening.
Together, these contributions will help support St. Vincent de Paul's mission of providing hope, food, shelter, and compassionate assistance to neighbors in need.
Participation in all charitable giving is completely voluntary and separate from the event registration fee.
Reserve Your Seat Early
Attendance is limited to 100 guests, and this exclusive Arizona Region PCA event is expected to sell out.
Whether you're a lifelong Formula One fan, Porsche enthusiast, automotive history buff, or simply looking for an exceptional evening with fellow members, this promises to be one of Arizona Region PCA's signature events of 2026.
One Night • One Driver • One Extraordinary Motorsport Story
Registration: $25 per person (all-inclusive)
Attendance Limited to 100 Guests
Event Organizer: Frank Grimmelmann
Event requirements
You must be a PCA member to register for this event. The First and Last names in your PCA account, as well as your PCA member number, must match in your MotorsportReg account exactly in order for you to register.
