Northern Irish former F1 racer, Eddie Irvine is best known for driving for Ferrari between 1996 and 1999 as well as Jaguar and Jordan. With nearing 30 podium finishes achieved throughout his career, it’s apparent that Eddie has made a statement within the motor racing industry and is now turning to the after dinner speaker circuit to share his amassed knowledge in a variety of valuable skills to corporate and sporting organisations.
A career that spanned nearing a decade, Irvine found his passion for racing as a child when he would attend the British Grand Prix. He began motorcycle racing initially but his parent’s concerns surrounding the danger of the sport led him to compete in the Formula Ford. Some of his early victories include winning his first race in 1984 which earnt him an award for the best driver, winning the Esso Formula Ford series in 1987, the RAC Formula Ford series and the Formula Ford Festival. The pinnacle of his youth career saw him join the Jordan Formula 3000 team where he managed to finish his debut season in third place.
Throughout his Formula One career, Irvine has made a number of achievements in which are a testament to his natural sportsmanship. After securing his first podium finish at a 1995 Canadian Grand Prix, he managed to sign a two-year contract with Ferrari who he managed to achieve their first one-two finish in eight years alongside the legendary Michael Schumacher. Finishing off his third season with Ferrari in fourth of the Drivers’ Championship, he managed to push himself further for the 1999 season when he finished the runner up of the title. The winner of the Hawthorn Memorial Trophy and named Autosport’s British Competition Driver of the Year, Eddie has the ability to relate his mental resilience and determination to business-related situations to show how your audience can also go from good to great.
A stand-out figure in the world of motorsports, Eddie Irvine is a popular choice to make an appearance at corporate events and functions. With a direct and compelling approach, he can interest even those with little to no interest in sports whilst also providing lessons on adopting more positive working attitudes and mindsets.
How to hire Eddie Irvine
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Eddie Irvine for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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