Marc Priestley

Marc Priestley, former McLaren F1 team leader and expert, now translates his Formula One experiences into dynamic insights for building high-performing teams and innovative business strategies.

Marc Priestley, a preeminent figure in the high-performance realm of Formula One, is a leading speaker, business consultant, coach, and mentor. He also excels as a television presenter, F1 commentator, and creator of the successful Pitlane Life Lessons Podcast. With a decade of experience at the globally recognised McLaren Group, Marc occupied senior roles in engineering and leadership within one of F1's most illustrious teams. He now imparts his profound knowledge and experience to businesses and events worldwide.

Drawing from his first-hand experience with F1’s elite pitstop crew, Marc executed wheel changes in under two seconds and contributed to winning World Championships with icons like Lewis Hamilton. He educates on the mindset and strategies necessary for making swift, high-pressure decisions while maintaining peak performance.

Marc addresses universal business challenges such as building high-performing teams, cultivating an innovative organisational culture, distinguishing your market presence, leveraging data for competitive advantage, and securing team commitment during transitions. Leveraging insights from Formula One, Marc offers unique and effective solutions to these pervasive issues.