Mark Gallagher

Mark Gallagher is a renowned keynote speaker, author, and industry analyst with over 40 years of experience in Formula 1 motor racing. Having held senior leadership roles with Jordan Grand Prix, Red Bull Racing, and Cosworth, he has been instrumental in the sport’s commercial success, technological evolution, and team management strategies. Since 1998, Mark has delivered keynote presentations for hundreds of organisations, from national SMEs to global corporations, providing unique insights into leadership, high-performance teamwork, and business strategy.

His career began in 1983, working in motorsport media and consulting for Philip Morris International before joining Eddie Jordan’s newly formed Formula 1 team in 1990. Throughout his career, he has worked with legendary drivers, including Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, and Jenson Button. Additionally, he founded Status Grand Prix, a race-winning team in junior formulae that also competed in the Le Mans 24 Hours sports car race.

Today, Mark runs Performance Insights, offering deep-dive analysis into the world of Formula 1 while working alongside some of the sport’s greatest stars, including David Coulthard, Mika Häkkinen, and Jacques Villeneuve. He is a regular media contributor for BBC, Sky Sports, and ESPN, and continues to consult for companies involved directly in Formula 1. His keynote topics cover leadership, high-performance teamwork, safety & risk management, change management, and digitalisation, drawing direct parallels between the fast-paced world of motorsport and business success.

Mark’s management career in Formula 1 includes over a decade on the board of the race-winning Jordan Grand Prix team, where he was responsible for commercial and marketing operations. He later played a key role in Red Bull Racing’s rise to four consecutive World Championships, leading the commercial division that secured major sponsorships. In 2010, he oversaw Cosworth’s return as an engine supplier, managing one-third of the grid’s power units. Additionally, Mark played a role in helping develop Formula 1’s hybrid petrol-electric engine regulations introduced in 2014.

Mark is also a Hollywood consultant, having advised Disney Pixar on CARS and CARS 2 to ensure authenticity in their depiction of Formula 1. He’s also the author of ‘The Business of Winning’ and ‘The Future Business Formula’, offering an inside look at the strategies that drive success in motorsport and business alike.

Mark’s speaking engagements are tailored to each audience, whether through keynote speeches, interactive workshops, or moderated discussions with Formula 1 stars. His ability to bring the fast-paced world of motorsport to life ensures that every session is engaging, insightful, and packed with real-world takeaways.

Formula 1 is more than just a sport, it’s a global business, a technological powerhouse, and a masterclass in high-performance teamwork. Mark Gallagher delivers an insider’s perspective on how organisations can apply the winning mindset of Formula 1 to drive success in their own industries.

Mark Gallagher is in Australia every year from mid-November through to mid-April.