McLaren Racing is happy to announce that Alessandro Alunni Bravi will be part of McLaren Racing as its new Chief Enterprise Affairs Officer, efficient 1 February 2025. Reporting on to CEO Zak Brown, Alessandro can be a key member of the McLaren Racing Government Crew, contributing his huge experience to drive the group’s enterprise operations ahead.
This newly created position underscores McLaren’s dedication to excellence each on and off the monitor. Alessandro will present government management throughout a broad vary of enterprise areas, together with authorized issues, driver improvement, driver contract administration, and managing relationships with rights holders and governing our bodies. A big a part of his position can be overseeing the Driver Improvement programme, a duty transitioning from Stephanie Carlin, who has efficiently elevated the programme over the previous yr. Stephanie will now tackle further duties inside Method 1, persevering with to report back to Crew Principal Andrea Stella.
Alessandro brings over twenty years of expertise in motorsport and enterprise management. Most not too long ago, he served as Managing Director of the Sauber Group and Crew Consultant for the Stake F1 Crew, the place he performed a pivotal position in company decision-making, group improvement, and strategic planning. His distinguished profession additionally consists of management roles at ART Grand Prix, SPARK Racing Know-how, and Trident Racing, showcasing a monitor document of driving success and innovation within the motorsport trade.
In associated information, McLaren Racing confirms that Steve Atkins, Chief Communications Officer, will step down on the finish of February 2025 after two impactful years with the group. Steve is leaving for private causes, citing a want to deal with household priorities whereas exploring skilled alternatives nearer to residence.
Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, commented:
“I’m delighted to welcome Alessandro to McLaren Racing. His in depth experience and motorsport background make him the perfect alternative to steer our authorized and driver improvement features whereas offering invaluable help throughout all skilled driver enterprise administration issues, racing governance actions, and enterprise operations for our numerous collection. We stay up for seeing his optimistic influence on the McLaren Racing household.
“I additionally need to lengthen my gratitude to Steve for his vital contributions to McLaren’s success during the last two seasons. His communication management has been exemplary, and we want him all the very best in his future endeavours.”
Alessandro Alunni Bravi, incoming Chief Enterprise Affairs Officer, McLaren Racing, mentioned:
“McLaren is a group I’ve admired my complete life, and it’s a private milestone to have the chance to work with such a exceptional group of individuals. I’m deeply grateful to Zak and the Board for putting their belief in me, and I’m dedicated to giving my utmost dedication to contribute to McLaren’s ongoing success. Teamwork is on the core of all the things, and I’m thrilled to hitch an organisation that units the benchmark in Method 1 each on and off the monitor. I can’t wait to get began in February.”
Steve Atkins, Chief Communications Officer, McLaren Racing, mentioned:
“After two advantageous years with McLaren, I’ve determined to step down from my position for private causes. The position’s in depth worldwide journey has been enriching but in addition difficult, and I now really feel it’s the proper time to deal with household priorities whereas looking for a brand new skilled problem nearer to residence. I need to thank everybody within the McLaren household for his or her help and camaraderie and stay up for cheering on the group as they obtain even better success sooner or later.”
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McLaren Racing extends its heartfelt because of Alessandro and Steve as they embark on their new chapters. The group is assured that Alessandro’s management will contribute considerably to its continued progress and success, and it needs Steve all the very best in his future endeavours.
