Claire Williams
Keynote Speaker: Sports Consultant, Fortescue Zero Brand Ambassador & Former Deputy Team Principal at Williams F1 Racing; Vice President of the Spinal Injuries Association
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Categories:Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Sports, Sports Motivation, Manufacturing, Business Leadership, Business Consulting, Gender Equality, DEI, European Heritage, Formula 1, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Culture, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Sustainability, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion
Claire Williams Biography
Claire Williams OBE led the Williams Formula 1 racing team until 2020, in which role she was one of only two women to head a Formula 1 team in the modern era. Under her leadership Williams finished 3rd in the World Championship for Constructors in 2014 and 2015, the team's best performance since 2003.
Today she is a global Brand Ambassador for green technologies business Fortescue Zero, formerly WAE Technologies, and one of the expert Formula 1 analysts on the Netflix "Drive To Survive" documentary series through the 2024 and 2025 editions.
Her late father, Sir Frank Williams, was the founder of the Williams Grand Prix Engineering F1 team, winning nine Constructors’ Championships and seven Drivers’ Championships.
Williams graduated from Newcastle University with a degree in Politics in 1999 prior to starting her career as a Press Officer for Silverstone Circuit. In 2002, she joined the Williams team as Communications Officer, rising to become Head of Communications and Head of Investor Relations before being appointed Commercial Director in 2012.
When Frank Williams stepped down later that year, Claire became the Williams family representative on the company’s board. In March 2013 she became Deputy Team Principal, the de facto team leader responsible for the development and day-to- day running of the team. Sir Frank Williams retained the Team Principal title in recognition of his founding role and a lifetime of dedication to Williams Racing.
Claire Williams has been among the most prominent and successful women in recent Formula 1 history. After taking the team to successive third places in the Constructors’ Championships in just her second and third years in charge, she maintained the team’s prominence with top 5 finishes in 2016 and 2017.
During her tenure, Williams was a keen advocate for greater diversity and inclusion within Williams Racing and across the sport as a whole. She acted as the catalyst to give Susie Wolff the chance to become the first female racing driver to participate in a Formula 1 race weekend since 1992.
As Vice President of the Spinal Injuries Association, Williams also sought to encourage spinal cord injured individuals into the team and established workplace opportunities for wheelchair users. In April 2023 she launched the Sir Frank Williams Academy which aims to provide life changing care for spinal cord injured people, a charitable initiative which has received support from the Williams Racing team.
Since successfully negotiating the sale of the Williams F1 team in 2020 Williams has provided consultancy services to brands entering Formula 1 and is a popular speaker at corporate events where she shares insights on leading high performing teams. She was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the Queen’s 2016 Birthday Honours List in recognition of her services to Formula One.
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Claire Williams Speaking Topics
Claire Williams OBE draws on her years leading Williams Racing through some of the most challenging seasons in modern Formula One. Operating under relentless scrutiny, tight regulation, and extreme performance demands, she reveals how leaders can stay calm, decisive, and credible when the stakes are highest. Her experience at the sharp end of elite sport brings clarity to managing pressure, aligning teams behind a shared mission, and sustaining performance when there is no margin for error.
Claire Williams OBE explores how competitive advantage is often created in the smallest details. Facing budget caps, regulatory stability, and fierce rivals, she reignited innovation across both Williams Racing and its advanced engineering arm. By reframing constraints as opportunities, she demonstrates how organizations can unlock progress through smarter processes, sharper decision-making, and a culture that rewards curiosity, helping leaders translate marginal gains into meaningful results.
Claire Williams OBE shares how she built, motivated, and sustained high-performing teams across a workforce of more than 1,000 people. Drawing on real examples from Formula One and advanced engineering, she examines trust, accountability, and clarity of purpose as the foundations of success. Her practical approach highlights how inclusive leadership, clear values, and talent development combine to drive performance, even during periods of intense pressure and uncertainty.
Claire Williams OBE reflects on forging a leadership career in one of the most male-dominated environments in global sport. From challenging entrenched attitudes to creating opportunities for underrepresented groups, she offers a candid perspective on resilience, confidence, and allyship. Her journey provides powerful insight into overcoming bias, driving cultural change, and creating pathways for diverse talent, with lessons that resonate far beyond motorsport.
Claire Williams OBE tells the story of taking charge of a historic Formula One team and leading its modernization from the inside out. Through manufacturing upgrades, strategic realignment and the Next Gen Williams program, she drove a rapid cultural and commercial turnaround. Her experience illustrates how purpose-led change, long-term vision, and people-centered leadership can reverse decline and build a platform for renewed success.
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How much does it cost to book Claire Williams for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Claire Williams, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Claire Williams are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Claire Williams, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Claire Williams speak about?
Claire Williams is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Sports, Sports Motivation, Manufacturing, Business Leadership, Business Consulting, Gender Equality, DEI, European Heritage, Formula 1, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Culture, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Sustainability, Change Management, Leadership and Diversity & Inclusion.
Where does Claire Williams travel from?
Claire Williams generally travels from UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Claire Williams?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Claire Williams for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Claire Williams for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Claire Williams or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Claire Williams is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth and Empowerment. The estimated speaking fee range to book Claire Williams for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Claire Williams generally travels from UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are David Coulthard, Guenther Steiner and Damon Hill. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Claire Williams for an upcoming event.
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Claire Williams Speaking Topics
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Formula 1 Leadership
Claire Williams OBE draws on her years leading Williams Racing through some of the most challenging seasons in modern Formula One. Operating under relentless scrutiny, tight regulation, and extreme performance demands, she reveals how leaders can stay calm, decisive, and credible when the stakes are highest. Her experience at the sharp end of elite sport brings clarity to managing pressure, aligning teams behind a shared mission, and sustaining performance when there is no margin for error.
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Innovating for Success
Claire Williams OBE explores how competitive advantage is often created in the smallest details. Facing budget caps, regulatory stability, and fierce rivals, she reignited innovation across both Williams Racing and its advanced engineering arm. By reframing constraints as opportunities, she demonstrates how organizations can unlock progress through smarter processes, sharper decision-making, and a culture that rewards curiosity, helping leaders translate marginal gains into meaningful results.
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Building High-Performing Teams
Claire Williams OBE shares how she built, motivated, and sustained high-performing teams across a workforce of more than 1,000 people. Drawing on real examples from Formula One and advanced engineering, she examines trust, accountability, and clarity of purpose as the foundations of success. Her practical approach highlights how inclusive leadership, clear values, and talent development combine to drive performance, even during periods of intense pressure and uncertainty.
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Breaking Barriers in Motorsport
Claire Williams OBE reflects on forging a leadership career in one of the most male-dominated environments in global sport. From challenging entrenched attitudes to creating opportunities for underrepresented groups, she offers a candid perspective on resilience, confidence, and allyship. Her journey provides powerful insight into overcoming bias, driving cultural change, and creating pathways for diverse talent, with lessons that resonate far beyond motorsport.
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Cultural and Business Transformation
Claire Williams OBE tells the story of taking charge of a historic Formula One team and leading its modernization from the inside out. Through manufacturing upgrades, strategic realignment and the Next Gen Williams program, she drove a rapid cultural and commercial turnaround. Her experience illustrates how purpose-led change, long-term vision, and people-centered leadership can reverse decline and build a platform for renewed success.
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How do I book Claire Williams to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Claire Williams for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Claire Williams, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Claire Williams or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Claire Williams for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Claire Williams, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Claire Williams are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Claire Williams, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Claire Williams speak about?
Claire Williams is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Sports, Sports Motivation, Manufacturing, Business Leadership, Business Consulting, Gender Equality, DEI, European Heritage, Formula 1, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Culture, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Sustainability, Change Management, Leadership and Diversity & Inclusion. -
Where does Claire Williams travel from?
Claire Williams generally travels from UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Claire Williams?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Claire Williams for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Claire Williams for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Claire Williams or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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