Mark Gallagher is an expert in the business of winning. One of the most knowledgeable and accomplished motorsport speakers with a career spanning over 40 years in Formula One, he is best known for his role as Marketing Director at Jordan Grand Prix. Mark is a distinguished author, broadcaster, and industry analyst. When hired as a keynote speaker today, Mark shares valuable insights from his illustrious career on topics such as leadership, high performing teams, change management, risk management & digitalisation.
Mark’s journey in Formula One began in 1983, working in media and communications before joining the start-up Jordan Grand Prix team in 1990. He rose to the management board by 1998, leading the team to challenge for the World Championship in 1999. His career continued to flourish as he joined Jaguar Racing in 2004, playing a pivotal role in its transformation into Red Bull Racing. Mark's tenure as Business Unit Head at Cosworth from 2010 to 2011 re-established the brand as a key engine supplier, significantly contributing to the sport's technological advancements. His early career also saw him working with some of the legends of the sport, including Nigel Mansell and Michael Schumacher.
Throughout his career, Mark has garnered numerous accolades. He co-founded Status Grand Prix, competing in international sports car racing, and is also Managing Director of Performance Insights, a consulting business. Mark's contributions to the sport extend to the FIA's technical working groups, where he helped implement energy efficiency regulations in 2014. His literary works include bestsellers like “The Future of Business Formula” and “The Business of Winning”, which includes contributions from Mika Hakkinen. Mark has also collaborated with F1 star David Coulthard on “The Winning Formula”, a Sunday Times Bestseller. Additionally, he has been a film consultant for Pixar's ‘Cars’ and ‘Cars 2’ movies, showcasing his versatile expertise.
Mark's extensive knowledge and experience make him a compelling choice for any event. He regularly appears on Sky Sports, BBC News, and Channel 4 News, providing expert analysis. As a keynote speaker, Mark tailors his presentations to address topics such as data analytics, risk management, and innovation. His ability to translate the high-performance world of motorsport into actionable business insights makes him invaluable to corporate audiences. His deep understanding of the sport's commercial and operational aspects, coupled with his media prowess, offers a comprehensive perspective on Formula One.
Hiring Mark guarantees a deep dive into the strategies that drive success in both motorsport and business. His presentations on team culture, data-driven success, safety, and sustainability offer unique perspectives that resonate with diverse audiences. Mark Gallagher's engaging style and wealth of experience make him a standout speaker who leaves a lasting impact on his audience.
In June 2022, we sat down with Mark Gallagher to discuss what businesses can learn from Formula One when it comes to innovation. Watch our Exclusive Interview with Mark Gallagher.
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The Business of Winning: Insights in Transformation from F1 to the Boardroom
Grand Prix: The Last 25 Years
The Future Business Formula
The Business of Winning: Strategic Success From the Formula One Track to the Boardroom
Reviews
Mark Gallagher has received a 5 star rating across 24 events in 2023.
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"Mark Gallagher is an incredible speaker who knows how to captivate an audience. Drawing on his experience in Formula 1, he shares powerful lessons on leadership, teamwork, and achieving success under pressure. His talks are inspiring, relatable, and full of real-world insights that leave audiences motivated and ready to take action."
How to hire Mark Gallagher
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Mark Gallagher's official speaker topics are listed below:
- Teamwork: How a Team Culture Fuels High Performance
- Data Driven Performance: Using Big Data to Accelerate Success
- Safety & Risk Management: Turning Risks into Results
- Change & Transformation: Driving Business Benefits from the Pace of Change
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"The session with Mark went really well and has received hugely positive feedback from the attendees. Please pass our thanks onto Mark and thank you very much for arranging the session."- DCC
"He was great. His delivery was excellent, and his content exactly on brief. Plus he’s incredibly professional and really easy to work with. We had a couple of new people supporting the technical side today and he made it very easy for them." - Three
"Everyone was amazed and thrilled with Mark's presentation. Really awesome!! Many thanks for your help" - Pure Innovation
"Fantastic! What a lovely gentleman to deal with." - The Aspiration Group Travel Ltd
- 2023 – Author of “The Future Business Formula: How to Change Faster and Accelerate Business Success”
- 2021 – Author of “The Business of Winning: Insights in Transformation from F1 to the Boardroom”
- 2014 – Author of “The Business of Winning: Strategic Success From the Formula One Track to the Boardroom”
- 2012 – Managing Director, Performance Insights
- 2009 – Business Unit Head, Cosworth
- 2005 – CEO & Team Principal, Status Grand Prix Engineering Limited
- 2003 – Director of Commercial Affairs, Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology
- 1990 – Marketing Director, Jordan Grand Prix