Former Professional Racing Driver, Managing Director of the F1 Academy & Won the Inspiration Award at the BT Sport Action Woman Awards

Susie Wolff is a pioneering former professional racing driver who broke barriers in motorsport and became a symbol of progress for women in the industry. Over a career spanning more than 25 years, she achieved landmark success, including becoming the first woman in 22 years to participate in a Formula One race weekend at the 2014 British Grand Prix. Racing for Mercedes-Benz in DTM and serving as a development and test driver for Williams F1, Susie made history on track before moving into leadership. Today, she continues shaping the sport as Managing Director of the F1 Academy.

After retiring from professional racing in 2015, Susie quickly transitioned into leadership roles that showcased her ability to deliver success beyond the track. In 2016, she co-founded Dare to be Different, a grassroots initiative to inspire and support women entering motorsport, which later merged with the FIA Girls on Track programme, expanding its reach globally.

In 2018, Susie became Team Principal of the Venturi Formula E Team, where she oversaw the team’s most competitive seasons and was later promoted to CEO. Under her guidance, Venturi secured record points finishes and built a reputation for strong technical and strategic leadership. She stepped down in 2022 as the team prepared for its transition to Maserati, having left a legacy of performance excellence and diversity-focused leadership.

Her leadership and advocacy have been widely recognised. In 2017, Susie was awarded an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) for services to women in sport. She has also received the Inspiration Award at the BT Sport Action Woman Awards, as well as honours from Autocar and the Sports Industry Awards for promoting diversity and inclusion. Today, she remains one of the most influential female figures in global motorsport.

Susie has shared her journey and expertise through a wide range of media and publications. She has been a Formula One Analyst for Channel 4 and has been featured by leading outlets including BBC, Forbes, The Telegraph, and Sky Sports. A sought-after podcast guest, she has appeared on shows such as Performance People. Susie also contributes articles on leadership, diversity, and high performance, ensuring her voice resonates across global media.

Why Hire Susie Wolff?

Susie Wolff is an exceptional choice for any event, bringing together her groundbreaking career as a racing driver with her proven leadership experience off the track. A natural storyteller, she engages audiences with the highs and lows of breaking barriers in one of the world’s most male-dominated sports, offering powerful lessons on resilience, ambition, and performance under pressure.

Her keynotes extend beyond sport, inspiring audiences to embrace diversity, drive innovation, and push through challenges with determination. Susie has spoken on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including Google’s Women@EMEA and international leadership summits, where her authenticity and clarity resonate with executives, entrepreneurs, and young professionals alike. She also shares insights on high performance and teamwork, drawn from her years at the forefront of elite motorsport.

Booking Susie Wolff ensures an unforgettable experience that leaves audiences motivated to break barriers and achieve their goals.

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