Gary Foote

Gary Foote is the Chief Information Officer and ESG Lead at the MoneyGram Haas Formula 1 Team. Since joining Haas in 2016, he has been responsible for the team’s global technology operations, overseeing all systems, services, and staff across sites in the UK, U.S., Italy and trackside. He also leads the team’s enterprise applications, facilities, and ESG strategy ensuring Haas F1 remains at the forefront of technological innovation and sustainability in this data-driven sport. Reporting directly to the Team Principal, Foote plays a key role in driving efficiency and performance across the organization.

Foote began his Formula One career over 20 years ago at Cosworth Technology as a Trackside Systems Support Engineer. He gained extensive motorsport experience through roles in the A1GP World Cup of Motorsport and racing series including FIA sports cars, world rallying, touring cars and the motorcycle world championship. In 2008, he joined Honda Racing F1’s Test Team, and his career progressed with Brawn GP where, as a Senior Technical Systems Engineer, he played a critical role in the team’s historic 2009 FIA F1 World Championship victory.

In 2011, Foote joined the Mercedes-Benz F1 team, where his strong leadership contributed to the team’s dominant run of consecutive FIA F1 World Championships, ensuring seamless IT operations both at the track and headquarters.

With over two decades in Formula 1, Foote has developed a deep understanding of leadership, teamwork and high-performance culture. At Haas F1, he operates within a unique business model, leading a lean yet highly effective team to compete against well-resourced rivals. His insights on leadership, collaboration and innovation offer tangible lessons for businesses looking to optimize performance, drive transformation and navigate risk in a competitive landscape.

Beyond his work in motorsport, Foote is a strong advocate for STEM education and diversity. He volunteers as a coach and mentor for students competing in the UK FIRST Lego League (FLL) and serves as a trustee for the Tove Learning Trust, a multi-academy made up of 16 schools across senior and elementary education, advising senior leaders on risk, strategy and governance.

A recognized leader in technology and innovation, Foote is highly regarded for his expertise in data, generative AI and cybersecurity. His real-world insights into the intersection of cutting-edge technology and high-performance motorsport make him a sought-after speaker in both the business and technology sectors.