Susie Wolff becomes CEO of the F1 Academy
The new championship, 100% female, F1 Academy has named its general manager. Her name is Susie Wolff.
Susie Wolff, former development driver for the Williams team, who also held the position of Team Principal at Venturi in Formula E, is now becoming the director of the F1 Academy, the new 100% female category. Alongside her, championship general manager Bruno Michel will oversee the operational aspect of the championship.
The F1 Academy is an opportunity to promote a disruption in our industry by creating the best possible structure to discover and nurture female talent on their path to the elite of motorsport, both on and off the track, says the interested party.
« There is a lot of work to be done, but also a clear determination to do things right. In this sense, I believe that the F1 Academy can go beyond the sporting aspect. »
This can inspire women around the world to pursue their dreams and achieve them with talent, passion, and determination. There is no limit to what they are capable of doing.
« It is also the beginning of an important chapter in my career, combining both the experience I have with my passion for diversity and self-development. That is why I would like to thank Stefano (Domenicali) for trusting me in a role that means so much to me, both personally and professionally.
The next chapter begins as I join @f1academy as Managing Director.
This is an opportunity to promote genuine change in our industry by creating the best possible structure to find and nurture female talent on their journey to the elite levels of motorsport, on and off track. pic.twitter.com/7BQCz5Uo0L
— Susie Wolff (@Susie_Wolff) March 1, 2023
The president of FOM, Stefano Domenicali, joyfully welcomed the news of Susie Wolff joining the F1 Academy as managing director.
« Susie is an incredible person who understands what it takes to reach the highest levels of motorsport, both as a driver and as a Team Principal.
She has extensive experience and first-hand knowledge that will be of great advantage to all of us and to the drivers who are making their way up the racing pyramid.
We are committed to maximizing opportunities in our sport so that everyone can reach their true potential and achieve their dreams and we believe that the F1 Academy is a very important part of our plans to become a more diverse and inclusive sport.
The F1 Academy Championship will begin on April 28th, in Austria on the Spielberg circuit, and will consist of a total of seven races, before the final on October 22nd in Austin, United States.
