Keynote SpeakersGary Foote is a Formula 1 expert and keynote speaker who shares insights on leadership, teamwork, innovation, and high performance.
Foote is Chief Information Officer at GM Performance Power Units, a start-up formed by General Motors and TWG Global to create a Formula 1 power unit for the Cadillac F1 programme.
Gary’s has worked in motorsport and technology for over two decades. With roles at Brawn GP, Mercedes AMG Petronas, and Haas F1, Gary is no stranger to guiding ambitious F1 startups to success.
He spent ten years as CIO and Director of Sustainability at the Haas F1 Team. Gary introduced cutting-edge technology, industry-leading innovation, and data expertise that helped take the team from inception to a hugely successful F1 operation.
F1 Expertise:
As CIO, Gary Foote oversees all technology systems, services, software, and teams for GM Performance Power Units. The company is tasked with supplying Cadillac F1 with the most advanced power unit Formula 1 has ever seen.
His role is crucial to maintaining best-in-class technology solutions for the team’s data-driven environment as they work toward this ambitious target.
Extensive Leadership Experience:
Gary began his career at Cosworth Technology, where he supported various racing series.
His roles at Honda Racing F1, Brawn GP, and Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd contributed to multiple World Championship victories, working with drivers such as Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher.
Most recently, he spent 10 years as CIO and Director of Sustainability at Haas F1, overseeing all factory and track technology operations and using his experience to drive innovation and performance at the last true racing team in Formula 1.
He recently joined GMPPU, where the CEO selected him specifically for his ability to scale infrastructure rapidly, manage risk carefully, and bring an innovative approach to technology.
Gary Foote F1 Speaker:
Drawing on his experience at the highest level of F1, Gary delivers engaging, insightful speeches on leadership, teamwork, innovation, and high performance.
Gary uses lessons from the fast-paced, high-pressure world of F1. He explores how organisations can build winning teams, embrace change, make critical decisions, and achieve exceptional results in highly competitive environments.
Speaking Topics:
- Technology and Innovation: How advanced IT systems and AI drive performance in Formula 1.
- Sustainability in High-Performance Environments: Implementing sustainable practices within a global motorsport team.
- Leadership and Risk Management: Insights from leading teams and managing risk in high-stakes environments.
- Building & Scaling: How companies can successfully scale towards ambitious targets, through innovative technology, data, culture and vision.
- Diversity and STEM Education: Promoting inclusivity and mentoring the next generation of engineers.
Recognitions and Positions:
Gary Foote is a Fellow of the British Computing Society.
He has been recognised as one of the UK’s top 100 Chief Information Officers for five consecutive years.
He serves on the board of trustees of Tove Learning Trust, and he actively supports STEM education.
Gary Foote travels from North Carolina, USA.
