Gary Foote Keynote Speaker

Chief Information Officer at GM Performance Power Units
Over 20 years of technology leadership in Formula 1 and motorsport
Named among the UK’s Top 100 CIOs (2021–2023)

Gary Foote's Biography

Gary Foote is the ‌ Chief Information Officer at GM Performance Power Units;‌ a start-up company formed by General Motors and TWG Global, tasked with creating a Formula 1 power unit for the Cadillac F1 programme.‌ ‌

With a career spanning over two decades in motorsport and technology, with Brawn GP , Mercedes AMG Petronas and Haas F1, Gary is no stranger to guiding ambitious F1 startups to success. He spent ten years as CIO and Director of Sustainability at the Haas F1 Team, where his introduction of cutting-edge technology, industry-leading innovation and knowledge of data helped take them from inception to a hugely successful F1 team.‌ ‌

As Chief Information Officer, Gary oversees all technology systems, services, software and teams for GM Performance Power Units; a company tasked with supplying Cadillac F1 with the most advanced power unit Formula 1 has ever seen. His role is crucial in maintaining best-in-class technology solutions for the team’s data-driven environment, as they work towards this ambitious target.‌ ‌

Gary’s career began at Cosworth Technology, where he supported various racing series. His roles at Honda Racing F1, Brawn GP , and Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd contributed to multiple World Championship victories, working with drivers such as Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher. Most recently, he spent 10 years as CIO and Director of Sustainability at Haas F1, overseeing all technology operations at the factory and track, where he used his experience to drive innovation and performance at the last true racing team in Formula 1.‌ ‌ He has recently switched to GMPPU, having been selected by the CEO specifically for his skills in rapid infrastructure scaling, careful risk management and innovative approach to technology.‌ ‌

Gary is a Fellow of the British Computing Society and has been recognised as one of the top 100 Chief Information Officers in the UK five years in a row (2021 to 2025 inc.). He serves on the board of trustees of Tove Learning Trust, and he actively supports STEM education.‌ ‌

Technology and Innovation

How advanced IT systems and AI drive performance in Formula 1.‌ ‌

Sustainability in High-Performance Environments

Implementing sustainable practices within a global motorsport team.‌ ‌

Leadership and Risk Management

Insights from leading teams and managing risk in high-stakes environments.‌

Building & scaling

How companies can successfully scale towards ambitious targets, through innovative technology, data, culture and vision.‌ ‌

Diversity and STEM Education

Promoting inclusivity and mentoring the next generation of engineers.‌ ‌

He brings more than two decades of experience delivering world class technology infrastructure in Formula 1, supporting championship winning teams including Brawn GP and Mercedes AMG Petronas.
He leads the technology strategy behind the Cadillac Formula 1 programme as Chief Information Officer at GM Performance Power Units, overseeing the systems, data platforms and engineering infrastructure required to build one of the most advanced power units in the sport.
He shares first hand insight into how high performance teams use data, innovation and cutting edge technology to gain competitive advantage in one of the most demanding engineering environments in the world.
His briefings help organisations understand how to build resilient technology platforms, manage risk and scale infrastructure at speed in complex, high pressure environments.
Drawing on his experience launching and scaling new F1 teams including Haas, he shows leaders how world class technology strategy can accelerate performance, innovation and organisational growth.