Gary Foote
Gary Foote is Chief Information Officer at the Haas F1 Team and a motorsport technology leader who speaks to organisations on data, leadership and sustainability in high-performance environments.
- Chief Information Officer at the Haas F1 Team, with additional responsibilities including facilities and ESG/sustainability.
- Recognised in the CIO 100 Awards UK cohorts across multiple consecutive years in connection with Haas F1.
- More than 20 years’ technical and leadership experience across international motorsport.
- Fellow of the British Computing Society (BCS).
- Co-opted trustee of Tove Learning Trust and trustee of SSNAP.
- Experience supporting both Formula 1 and NASCAR operations within the Haas organisation.
Full Profile
Key speaking topics
- Technology leadership in high-performance sport
- Data strategy and analytics in Formula 1
- IT infrastructure in complex, fast-moving environments
- ESG and sustainability in motorsport operations
- Digital transformation in elite teams
- Cross-functional leadership across technical and operational teams
Ideal for
- CIO and senior technology leadership events
- Motorsport, engineering and advanced manufacturing conferences
- ESG and sustainability forums
- Leadership audiences in high-performance sectors
Audience outcomes
- Insight into how technology underpins competitive performance in Formula 1
- Understanding of data-driven decision-making in time-critical environments
- Practical perspectives on aligning IT, facilities and ESG responsibilities
- Clarity on leading technical teams in complex, high-pressure settings
Why organisations work with Gary Foote
- Direct experience leading technology strategy inside a Formula 1 team.
- Recognised within the UK CIO community for sustained professional impact.
- Combines technical depth with operational and ESG responsibility.
- Offers real-world insight from elite motorsport environments applicable to complex organisations.
Biography
Gary Foote operates at the intersection of technology, performance and operational complexity as Chief Information Officer of the Haas F1 Team. In one of the world’s most demanding competitive environments, he leads technology strategy while also holding responsibility for facilities and ESG, aligning digital capability with organisational performance and governance.
His work sits at the core of how elite motorsport teams use data, infrastructure and systems to compete. With around two decades of technical and leadership experience across international motorsport, he brings first-hand insight into how high-performance teams integrate IT, operations and sustainability to drive results under pressure.
Gary’s contribution to the profession has been recognised through repeated inclusion in the CIO 100 Awards UK, reflecting sustained impact within the UK technology leadership community. He is also a Fellow of the British Computing Society, underlining his standing within the industry.
Beyond his executive role, he serves as a co-opted trustee of Tove Learning Trust and as a trustee of SSNAP, contributing governance and strategic oversight experience alongside his corporate responsibilities.
For organisations navigating digital transformation, data-led decision-making and cross-functional leadership, Gary offers a rare perspective from inside Formula 1 and NASCAR operations, translating lessons from high-stakes sport into practical insights for complex, performance-driven businesses.
Talks
An exploration of how Formula One team leadership has evolved as teams have grown in size and complexity, and how high-performance organisations align large workforces behind ambitious, clearly defined goals.
Key takeaways:
- How competitive leaders build accountability, psychological safety and strong cross-functional communication.
- The role of continuous improvement and data-driven performance measurement in elite teams.
- Why people, culture and environment are decisive factors in driving innovation and competitive advantage.
A practical look at how Formula One teams align up to 1800 staff behind shared purpose and deliver against non-negotiable deadlines in a global championship environment.
Key takeaways:
- The importance of alignment behind strategy and ambitious goals across distributed teams.
- How high-pressure execution, such as pit stops, demonstrates precision, coordination and trust.
- Why agility and the ability to flex strategy are critical in fast-changing competitive landscapes.
An inside view of how Formula One uses data, technology and continuous improvement to enhance performance, accelerate decision-making and drive innovation.
Key takeaways:
- How data enables teams to diagnose issues, optimise performance and speed up decisions.
- The role of secure, globally connected systems in supporting real-time collaboration.
- How simulators, additive manufacturing, machine learning and AI are transforming operations and development.
An examination of how Formula One has transformed its approach to safety and risk, balancing non-negotiable compliance with a culture that enables innovation.
Key takeaways:
- Why clear safety priorities and shared standards underpin sustained performance.
- The difference between risk aversion and effective risk management in competitive environments.
- How learning cultures that avoid blame foster openness, creativity and controlled experimentation.
An insight into how Formula One teams navigate continuous change, from technology and compliance to media, competition and societal expectations.
Key takeaways:
- The leadership disciplines required to manage and communicate transformation.
- How teams adapt their business models and embrace digitalisation.
- Why engaging people throughout periods of change is critical to successful implementation.
A perspective on how Formula One is working to broaden participation and create opportunities across under-represented groups within motorsport.
Key takeaways:
- How long-term initiatives encourage diverse talent to pursue careers in Formula One.
- The role of structured programmes in developing female and under-represented talent.
- Why inclusive practices and industry-wide support strengthen the future of the sport.
Videos
Fees
| EUR | GBP | USD | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Country | Under €12000 | Under £10,000 | Under $15000 |
| Asia Pacific | €12000 to €40000 | £10,001 - £35,000 | $15000 - $50000 |
| Europe | Under €12000 | Under £10,000 | Under $15000 |
| Middle East & Africa | €12000 to €40000 | £10,001 - £35,000 | $15000 - $50000 |
| South America | €12000 to €40000 | £10,001 - £35,000 | $15000 - $50000 |
| United Kingdom | €12000 to €40000 | £10,001 - £35,000 | $15000 - $50000 |
| US East Coast | €12000 to €40000 | £10,001 - £35,000 | $15000 - $50000 |
| US West Coast | €12000 to €40000 | £10,001 - £35,000 | $15000 - $50000 |
| Virtual | Under €12000 | Under £10,000 | Under $15000 |