Keynote SpeakersMark Gallagher is recognised as one of the world’s leading F1 motivational keynote speakers.
During his 40-year career, Mark Gallagher has held senior roles in the high-performance environment of Formula 1 motor racing. Today, he is an author, broadcaster, and industry analyst who continues to work with drivers and teams at the forefront of this global sport.
He is also a renowned public speaker who has provided keynote presentations and insights to organisations worldwide since 1998.
Mark’s executive management career in Formula 1 included more than a decade on the management board of the successful Jordan Grand Prix team, running the world-famous Cosworth engine business and helping establish Red Bull Racing’s commercial arm.
Mark Gallagher has been a member of the technical working groups within the sport’s governing body, the FIA, tasked with tackling challenges, including environmental sustainability and safety, which are central to the sport’s regulatory environment.
He spent two years working on the energy efficiency regulations adopted by Formula 1 in 2014.
His expertise covers the commercial and operational management of Formula 1 teams and includes the sport’s regulatory, business and technology landscape.
Since 1994, he has introduced some of the world’s leading technology companies to the sport, playing a key role in the digital transformation of Formula 1.
Mark Gallagher – Jordan, Jaguar, Red Bull Racing and Cosworth
Mark’s career in Formula One commenced in 1983, working in media and communications before joining the start-up Jordan Grand Prix team in 1990. Mark joined the management board of Jordan in 1998 the team challenging for the World Championship 1999.
In 2004, he was invited to join Jaguar Racing as it transitioned into Red Bull Racing. In 2010, Mark was appointed head of the world-famous Cosworth Formula 1 engine company, which supplies one-third of the teams in Formula 1 with engines and associated technologies.
Beyond Formula 1, Mark co-founded and owned Status Grand Prix, competing in lower formulae and international sports car racing.
Since 2012, Mark Gallagher has focused on his Formula 1 consulting business, working with various clients, including drivers, teams and commercial partners.
He is a columnist, features writer, and podcaster for GP Racing Magazine and Autosport.
As an author, his books include:
- Grand Prix – The Last 25 Years
- The Business of Winning
- The Future Business Formula (co-authored with business coach Adrian Stalham)
Mark also collaborated with David Coulthard on his Sunday Times Best Seller, The Winning Formula (Blink Publishing, 2018).
Between 2005 and 2010, Mark consulted Pixar on its CARS and CARS 2 movies.
Mark Gallagher F1 Motivational Speaker:
A keynote speaker for over 25 years, Mark is recognised as a leading F1 Motivational Speaker.
From working ‘up-close and personal’ with world-leading racing drivers, Mark has obtained a unique insight into what it takes to be a winner in the high-pressure and competitive world of F1.
Teamwork, Motivation and Leadership are among the topics Mark is most often asked to speak about, while Health & Safety, the Future of Environmental Technologies and the Globalisation of F1 are among the subjects to which he can offer a fascinating insight.
As a motivational speaker, Mark delivers a fascinating insight into top-level motor racing. He draws parallels between the challenging, high-speed environment of Formula One and today’s fast-paced, fast-changing business world.
Topics include:
- Leadership
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Motivation
- Marketing
- Branding
- Change Management
- Health & Safety
- Safety Leadership and Psychological Safety
- Digital Transformation
- Risk Management,
- Innovation
- Marginal Gains
- Winning Mindset
- Communication
