Securing the Win Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/securing-the-win Securing the Win takes listeners inside how one of the most successful and advanced teams in Formula 1® protects its competitive edge, where performance excellence meets digital resilience. Hosted by former Red Bull Racing mechanic Calum Nicholas, the series brings together Oracle Red Bull Racing drivers, engineers, and technology leaders to explore what it takes to stay secure and win at the highest level of competition. Through exclusive stories of leadership, innovation, and cybersecurity in a high-performance culture, each episode uncovers how trusted access and human performance drive results both on the track and in the digital world. From behind-the-scenes F1® moments to lessons every business can use, Securing the Win shows that true speed comes from the strength of systems, teams, and trust. 2025 1Password. All rights reserved. 838e1d66-9152-510a-a89c-c90b1b6b88a2 no en Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:48:50 -0100 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 07:17:18 -0100 https://securing-the-win.simplecast.com https://img.transistor.fm/49iqZoaF5wUfqgYCx2TwkX_dwbkcABW3JsssAQfDViw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lYmIx/ZmVjYjUxMGVhZGQ2/ZDJiMzhkMjkyMjMz/ZmY2MS5qcGc.jpg Securing the Win https://securing-the-win.simplecast.com episodic 1Password Securing the Win takes listeners inside how one of the most successful and advanced teams in Formula 1® protects its competitive edge, where performance excellence meets digital resilience. Hosted by former Red Bull Racing mechanic Calum Nicholas, the series brings together Oracle Red Bull Racing drivers, engineers, and technology leaders to explore what it takes to stay secure and win at the highest level of competition. Through exclusive stories of leadership, innovation, and cybersecurity in a high-performance culture, each episode uncovers how trusted access and human performance drive results both on the track and in the digital world. From behind-the-scenes F1® moments to lessons every business can use, Securing the Win shows that true speed comes from the strength of systems, teams, and trust. Securing the Win takes listeners inside how one of the most successful and advanced teams in Formula 1® protects its competitive edge, where performance excellence meets digital resilience. identity and access management, technology leadership, leadership, business resilience, digital resilience, innovation, trusted access, cybersecurity, high performance, risk management, information security, formula 1, oracle red bull racing, extended acc 1Password No No Episode 5: Behind the Wheel with Max Verstappen, Yuki Tsunoda, and Chris Medland (Oracle Red Bull Racing Drivers & F1 Journalist and Broadcaster) 5 5 Episode 5: Behind the Wheel with Max Verstappen, Yuki Tsunoda, and Chris Medland (Oracle Red Bull Racing Drivers & F1 Journalist and Broadcaster) full eeed820c-80ec-465f-a364-c5698d142deb https://share.transistor.fm/s/91a45e88 Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes

00:00 — Opening: From factory to cockpit

Calum frames the series finale around how every role and safeguard ultimately serves the drivers’ performance and feedback loops.

01:20 — Guest intro: Chris Medland

Calum welcomes Chris Medland and sets up a paddock-level view of leadership, trust, and how protected information becomes race-day speed.

08:43 — Pressure, streaks, and resilience

Reflections on how sustained winning changes pressure, accountability, and the discipline required to keep teams aligned and learning.

15:32 — Protecting the edge in public

Why intellectual property and strategy need layered protection without slowing collaboration across garages, ops rooms, and partners.

21:43 — Beyond telemetry

How demeanor, tone, and body language add context to data. Reading people quickly helps teams make better decisions under time constraints.

36:13 — Max Verstappen interview

Max discusses secure communication, keeping feedback fast from track to factory, and practical simulator habits. A light moment on password hygiene underlines why strong credentials matter for fans and teams alike.

39:39 — Max Verstappen interview

Max outlines his ideal race-weekend format and calendar. Clear preferences, direct answers, and focus on what creates consistency and better racing.

41:51 — Yuki Tsunoda interview

Yuki shares what it meant to join the Oracle Red Bull Racing “family,” the move to Milton Keynes, and how he channels learning into development cycles.

54:29 — Yuki Tsunoda interview

Team-first mindset in his own words: “we lose together, we win together.” Yuki reflects on representing thousands of colleagues and how that purpose fuels performance.

01:08:12 — Closing takeaways and finale

Medland and Calum connect the dots: all the data, culture, and protected IP funnel to two drivers who turn trust into results. Final reflections and sign-off for the season.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes

00:00 — Opening: From factory to cockpit

Calum frames the series finale around how every role and safeguard ultimately serves the drivers’ performance and feedback loops.

01:20 — Guest intro: Chris Medland

Calum welcomes Chris Medland and sets up a paddock-level view of leadership, trust, and how protected information becomes race-day speed.

08:43 — Pressure, streaks, and resilience

Reflections on how sustained winning changes pressure, accountability, and the discipline required to keep teams aligned and learning.

15:32 — Protecting the edge in public

Why intellectual property and strategy need layered protection without slowing collaboration across garages, ops rooms, and partners.

21:43 — Beyond telemetry

How demeanor, tone, and body language add context to data. Reading people quickly helps teams make better decisions under time constraints.

36:13 — Max Verstappen interview

Max discusses secure communication, keeping feedback fast from track to factory, and practical simulator habits. A light moment on password hygiene underlines why strong credentials matter for fans and teams alike.

39:39 — Max Verstappen interview

Max outlines his ideal race-weekend format and calendar. Clear preferences, direct answers, and focus on what creates consistency and better racing.

41:51 — Yuki Tsunoda interview

Yuki shares what it meant to join the Oracle Red Bull Racing “family,” the move to Milton Keynes, and how he channels learning into development cycles.

54:29 — Yuki Tsunoda interview

Team-first mindset in his own words: “we lose together, we win together.” Yuki reflects on representing thousands of colleagues and how that purpose fuels performance.

01:08:12 — Closing takeaways and finale

Medland and Calum connect the dots: all the data, culture, and protected IP funnel to two drivers who turn trust into results. Final reflections and sign-off for the season.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:28:39 -0100 Chris Medland, Max Verstappen, Yuki Tsunoda, Riley Leboe, Derek Westerlund, 1Password, Motorsport Studios, Nick Fitzsimmons, John Pollard, Calum Nicholas, Oracle Red Bull Racing Chris Medland, Max Verstappen, Yuki Tsunoda, Riley Leboe, Derek Westerlund, 1Password, Motorsport Studios, Nick Fitzsimmons, John Pollard, Calum Nicholas, Oracle Red Bull Racing 4384 In the final episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas is joined by Formula 1® journalist Chris Medland and features exclusive interviews with Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda. The conversation connects the factory’s pursuit of speed with what happens in the cockpit. Verstappen explains how direct feedback, disciplined routines, and trust keep development focused. Tsunoda shares a team-first mindset and the importance of learning fast under pressure. Calum reflects on protecting intellectual property in public, high-tempo environments and on how clear roles and need-to-know access sustain performance without slowing innovation. The takeaway for technology and business leaders is clear: build secure, human-centered systems, keep feedback loops short, and align people around shared goals so precision turns into performance on track and in the enterprise. In the final episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas is joined by Formula 1® journalist Chris Medland and features exclusive interviews with Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda. The conversation connects the factory’s pursuit of speed with what happe formula 1, f1, oracle red bull racing, performance engineering, 1password, yuki tsunoda, team culture, trusted access, max verstappen, innovation, cybersecurity, calum nicholas, chris medland No Episode 4: Driving the Digital Backbone with Matt Cadieux (Oracle Red Bull Racing Chief Information Officer) 4 4 Episode 4: Driving the Digital Backbone with Matt Cadieux (Oracle Red Bull Racing Chief Information Officer) full 5c259ea2-dc02-408f-af87-5cc20ddcbef5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7e397b03 Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes

00:00 — Room tone & setup

Brief pre-roll and sound check before the conversation begins.

04:39 — Opening: Digital backbone of a championship team

Calum introduces the show and guest Matt Cadieux (CIO); framing the scope from HQ to global race operations.

05:37 — Scale & scope: From 300 people to a fully digital enterprise

How the team’s infrastructure now underpins design, manufacturing, racing, marketing, and fan engagement; growth and complexity.

09:53 — Operating everywhere: Security at home and on the road

Challenges of protecting people, devices, and networks across 24 races and third-party venues; building layered defenses and trust.

12:13 — When things go wrong: Outages, malware, and learning loops

Imola’s circuit-wide failure and earlier malware incidents; designing for continuity, playbooks, and graceful degradation.

18:54 — Protecting the crown jewels

Safeguarding CAD, strategy, and dyno data; mapping what’s sensitive, who needs it, and the trade-off between control and speed.

23:52 — The Ops Room advantage

Inside the control room: multidisciplinary decision-making, rapid feedback to the garage, and tools that compress time.

36:37 — Identity first: Passkeys, device trust, and zero-trust ingredients

Why identity and trusted devices are foundation layers; how partnership with 1Password accelerates rollout and best practices.

43:35 — Building Red Bull Powertrains from scratch

Standing up a new digital stack for engines; lessons in scoping, resourcing, and integrating with the chassis program.

47:43 — AI with guardrails

Longstanding ML in F1, plus today’s AI: start small, prove value, scale with controls and procedures.

54:31 — Leadership takeaways

Security as a team sport: invest in people, clarify ownership, choose partners wisely, and communicate in plain English.

57:47 — Close

Final reflections and sign-off.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes

00:00 — Room tone & setup

Brief pre-roll and sound check before the conversation begins.

04:39 — Opening: Digital backbone of a championship team

Calum introduces the show and guest Matt Cadieux (CIO); framing the scope from HQ to global race operations.

05:37 — Scale & scope: From 300 people to a fully digital enterprise

How the team’s infrastructure now underpins design, manufacturing, racing, marketing, and fan engagement; growth and complexity.

09:53 — Operating everywhere: Security at home and on the road

Challenges of protecting people, devices, and networks across 24 races and third-party venues; building layered defenses and trust.

12:13 — When things go wrong: Outages, malware, and learning loops

Imola’s circuit-wide failure and earlier malware incidents; designing for continuity, playbooks, and graceful degradation.

18:54 — Protecting the crown jewels

Safeguarding CAD, strategy, and dyno data; mapping what’s sensitive, who needs it, and the trade-off between control and speed.

23:52 — The Ops Room advantage

Inside the control room: multidisciplinary decision-making, rapid feedback to the garage, and tools that compress time.

36:37 — Identity first: Passkeys, device trust, and zero-trust ingredients

Why identity and trusted devices are foundation layers; how partnership with 1Password accelerates rollout and best practices.

43:35 — Building Red Bull Powertrains from scratch

Standing up a new digital stack for engines; lessons in scoping, resourcing, and integrating with the chassis program.

47:43 — AI with guardrails

Longstanding ML in F1, plus today’s AI: start small, prove value, scale with controls and procedures.

54:31 — Leadership takeaways

Security as a team sport: invest in people, clarify ownership, choose partners wisely, and communicate in plain English.

57:47 — Close

Final reflections and sign-off.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0100 Matt Cadieux, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Nick Fitzsimmons, John Pollard, Calum Nicholas, Derek Westerlund, 1Password, Riley Leboe, Motorsport Studios Matt Cadieux, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Nick Fitzsimmons, John Pollard, Calum Nicholas, Derek Westerlund, 1Password, Riley Leboe, Motorsport Studios 2764 In this episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas sits down with Matt Cadieux, Chief Information Officer at Oracle Red Bull Racing, to unpack how a world-championship team builds security into its digital backbone. Cadieux explains how the organization’s infrastructure now touches every corner of the business, from VR-led car design and factory systems to trackside decision room, and why resilience is a layered discipline, not a single tool. He shares lessons from real incidents, the balance between speed and control, and how culture turns “security” from an IT task into a team sport. We dive into device trust, identity (including passkeys), and the team’s collaborative partnership with 1Password, plus what it takes to stand up the Red Bull Powertrains program from scratch. For technology leaders, the throughline is clear: clarity of ownership, trusted access, and continuous learning are how you move fast without breaking what matters. In this episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas sits down with Matt Cadieux, Chief Information Officer at Oracle Red Bull Racing, to unpack how a world-championship team builds security into its digital backbone. Cadieux explains how the organiza incident response, formula 1, f1, oracle red bull racing, digital resilience, team performance, 1password, insider threats, identity security, red bull powertrains, passkeys, matt cadieux, passwordless, cybersecurity, calum nicholas No Episode 3: Securing the Digital Garage with Nimesh Kotecha (Oracle Red Bull Racing Group Head of End User Services) 3 3 Episode 3: Securing the Digital Garage with Nimesh Kotecha (Oracle Red Bull Racing Group Head of End User Services) full 9ab2a5d1-e5db-4052-8743-3f180af5a548 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3ad11d35 Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes
 

00:00 — Opening & Setup

Room tone, slate, and introduction to the conversation and series context.

02:02 — Guest Intro: The Digital Garage

Calum introduces Nimesh Kotecha and his remit: every login, device, and workflow across Oracle Red Bull Racing.

03:00 — Scope & Evolution of End User Services

From a small setup to an enterprise estate supporting 1,800+ users; balancing usability with security as complexity scales.

05:20 — Security by Design, Tested with Engineers

Policy and control stack (M365, identity, encryption) pressure-tested with engineers to remove race-day friction.

07:30 — Consistent Experience Anywhere

Factory to pit wall, device posture checks, certificates, and policies ensure the same secure access globally.

10:30 — Least Privilege with Speed

How exception processes grant time-boxed elevated access without expanding risk during critical moments.

13:40 — Incident Response Playbook

Isolate first, investigate via logs, block known-bad, and often rebuild to guarantee confidence before rejoining the network.

16:20 — Passwordless and 1Password in the Stack

Biometrics and passkeys reduce friction. 1Password improves credential hygiene and speeds workflows in the garage.

19:00 — Vendors, Contractors, and Device Trust

Education and controlled access today, with future plans to enable secure use of third-party devices.

21:20 — AI on the Horizon

Early trials to summarize alerts and suggest remediations. Trust and data quality remain gating factors.

24:00 — Race Operations Realities

Wireless, weather, and venue-specific challenges. Monitoring, encryption, and rapid response across track environments.

27:30 — Measuring Success and Culture

Shorter post-event reports, fewer issues, and empowered users show security culture as a performance multiplier.

29:30 — Close and Takeaways

Security, enablement, and reliability fuel competitive advantage on track and across any modern enterprise.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes
 

00:00 — Opening & Setup

Room tone, slate, and introduction to the conversation and series context.

02:02 — Guest Intro: The Digital Garage

Calum introduces Nimesh Kotecha and his remit: every login, device, and workflow across Oracle Red Bull Racing.

03:00 — Scope & Evolution of End User Services

From a small setup to an enterprise estate supporting 1,800+ users; balancing usability with security as complexity scales.

05:20 — Security by Design, Tested with Engineers

Policy and control stack (M365, identity, encryption) pressure-tested with engineers to remove race-day friction.

07:30 — Consistent Experience Anywhere

Factory to pit wall, device posture checks, certificates, and policies ensure the same secure access globally.

10:30 — Least Privilege with Speed

How exception processes grant time-boxed elevated access without expanding risk during critical moments.

13:40 — Incident Response Playbook

Isolate first, investigate via logs, block known-bad, and often rebuild to guarantee confidence before rejoining the network.

16:20 — Passwordless and 1Password in the Stack

Biometrics and passkeys reduce friction. 1Password improves credential hygiene and speeds workflows in the garage.

19:00 — Vendors, Contractors, and Device Trust

Education and controlled access today, with future plans to enable secure use of third-party devices.

21:20 — AI on the Horizon

Early trials to summarize alerts and suggest remediations. Trust and data quality remain gating factors.

24:00 — Race Operations Realities

Wireless, weather, and venue-specific challenges. Monitoring, encryption, and rapid response across track environments.

27:30 — Measuring Success and Culture

Shorter post-event reports, fewer issues, and empowered users show security culture as a performance multiplier.

29:30 — Close and Takeaways

Security, enablement, and reliability fuel competitive advantage on track and across any modern enterprise.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0100 Nimesh Kotecha, 1Password, John Pollard, Nick Fitzsimmons, Calum Nicholas, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Motorsport Studios, Riley Leboe, Derek Westerlund Nimesh Kotecha, 1Password, John Pollard, Nick Fitzsimmons, Calum Nicholas, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Motorsport Studios, Riley Leboe, Derek Westerlund 2029 In this episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas sits down with Nimesh Kotecha, Group Head of End User Services at Oracle Red Bull Racing, to unpack how the “digital garage” keeps a world-championship F1® team fast and secure. Kotecha explains how his teams deliver a seamless, consistent user experience from factory floors to pit walls while enforcing layered controls, least-privilege access, and rigorous device posture checks. He shares real workflows for exception management under race-day pressure, why incident response often means isolating and rebuilding machines, and how in-house testing with engineers turns security policies into performance advantages. They also explore passwordless adoption, securing contractors, and early applications of AI to triage alerts and automate recommendations. The takeaways extend beyond motorsport: trust, simplicity, and disciplined processes enable speed in any enterprise, proving that competitive edge comes from the strength of systems, teams, and secure, trusted access. In this episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas sits down with Nimesh Kotecha, Group Head of End User Services at Oracle Red Bull Racing, to unpack how the “digital garage” keeps a world-championship F1® team fast and secure. Kotecha explains how incident response, formula 1, f1, data protection, oracle red bull racing, digital resilience, team performance, 1password, insider threats, identity security, end user services, passwordless, nimesh kotecha, cybersecurity, calum nicholas No Episode 2: When the Threat is Inside with Mark Hazelton (Oracle Red Bull Racing Chief Security Officer) 2 2 Episode 2: When the Threat is Inside with Mark Hazelton (Oracle Red Bull Racing Chief Security Officer) full f77776df-7bdf-438e-adaa-6e8eb13178e2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8aae0f67 Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes

00:00 — Opening at MK7

Calum sets the scene inside Oracle Red Bull Racing’s headquarters, highlighting the blend of speed, secrecy, and security that defines Formula 1.

02:00 — Introducing Mark Hazelton

Overview of Hazelton’s 22-year career at Red Bull Racing and his role safeguarding intellectual property and systems across the team.

06:00 — Lessons from Formula 1 Espionage

Discussion of past incidents in the sport and how they reshaped security strategy, from physical documents to digital data.

10:00 — Protecting Billions of Data Points

Hazelton explains the scale of data flow in modern F1 and how layered defenses keep sensitive systems secure.

15:00 — Insider Threats and Role-Based Access

How internal access evolved from open trust to precise, need-to-know structures that reduce risk without slowing performance.

20:00 — Culture of Security and Change Management

Adapting to new tools, reducing friction in daily workflows, and embedding security as part of team culture.

25:00 — Partnerships and Testing

How external audits, apprenticeships, and simulations strengthen Red Bull Racing’s resilience and readiness.

30:00 — The Human Factor

Why the team’s biggest strength—and weakness—is people, and how awareness and discipline keep systems secure.

35:00 — Looking Ahead: AI, Quantum, and Evolving Threats

Hazelton discusses preparing for emerging technologies, evolving regulations, and the race to stay one step ahead.

40:00 — Closing Reflections

Calum and Mark connect F1 security to universal lessons in leadership, innovation, and digital trust.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes

00:00 — Opening at MK7

Calum sets the scene inside Oracle Red Bull Racing’s headquarters, highlighting the blend of speed, secrecy, and security that defines Formula 1.

02:00 — Introducing Mark Hazelton

Overview of Hazelton’s 22-year career at Red Bull Racing and his role safeguarding intellectual property and systems across the team.

06:00 — Lessons from Formula 1 Espionage

Discussion of past incidents in the sport and how they reshaped security strategy, from physical documents to digital data.

10:00 — Protecting Billions of Data Points

Hazelton explains the scale of data flow in modern F1 and how layered defenses keep sensitive systems secure.

15:00 — Insider Threats and Role-Based Access

How internal access evolved from open trust to precise, need-to-know structures that reduce risk without slowing performance.

20:00 — Culture of Security and Change Management

Adapting to new tools, reducing friction in daily workflows, and embedding security as part of team culture.

25:00 — Partnerships and Testing

How external audits, apprenticeships, and simulations strengthen Red Bull Racing’s resilience and readiness.

30:00 — The Human Factor

Why the team’s biggest strength—and weakness—is people, and how awareness and discipline keep systems secure.

35:00 — Looking Ahead: AI, Quantum, and Evolving Threats

Hazelton discusses preparing for emerging technologies, evolving regulations, and the race to stay one step ahead.

40:00 — Closing Reflections

Calum and Mark connect F1 security to universal lessons in leadership, innovation, and digital trust.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0100 Mark Hazelton, John Pollard, Motorsport Studios, Nick Fitzsimmons, 1Password, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Calum Nicholas, Riley Leboe, Derek Westerlund Mark Hazelton, John Pollard, Motorsport Studios, Nick Fitzsimmons, 1Password, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Calum Nicholas, Riley Leboe, Derek Westerlund 3108 In this episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas sits down with Mark Hazelton, Chief Security Officer at Oracle Red Bull Racing, to explore how one of Formula 1’s most successful teams protects its competitive edge from within. Hazelton reveals how the smallest insider slip can compromise billions of data points and why cybersecurity in motorsport is as much about culture as code. From managing insider risk to building a team-wide culture of security through trust and accountability, Hazelton shares how Oracle Red Bull Racing balances speed with safety and enablement. This episode uncovers how principles of digital resilience, collaboration, and leadership inside the paddock mirror the challenges faced by global enterprises striving to innovate without compromise. In this episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas sits down with Mark Hazelton, Chief Security Officer at Oracle Red Bull Racing, to explore how one of Formula 1’s most successful teams protects its competitive edge from within. Hazelton reveals ho formula 1, f1, data protection, oracle red bull racing, digital resilience, 1password, insider threats, identity security, leadership, performance, team culture, innovation, cybersecurity, calum nicholas, mark hazelton No Episode 1: Leadership Through Change with Laurent Mekies (Oracle Red Bull Racing CEO and Team Principal) 1 1 Episode 1: Leadership Through Change with Laurent Mekies (Oracle Red Bull Racing CEO and Team Principal) full 5210c308-e1d5-40ac-84ed-a8225aae69ea https://share.transistor.fm/s/2beb27a3 Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes

00:00 — Introduction
Calum Nicholas welcomes listeners to Securing the Win, setting the stage for how leadership, innovation, and cybersecurity intersect in Formula 1.

01:45 — Taking the Reins Mid-Season
Laurent Mekies discusses stepping into the CEO and Team Principal role mid-season and how he approached earning trust in a team defined by excellence.

05:30 — Leadership Through Change
How Laurent quickly learned the culture of Oracle Red Bull Racing and balanced short-term performance with long-term transformation.

10:15 — Building Morale and Mindset
The importance of energy, communication, and shared purpose in keeping a world-class team performing at its peak.

15:50 — Learning from Failure
Why accepting mistakes and fostering accountability fuels both innovation and team growth.

21:20 — Engineering Resilience
Laurent’s perspective on what “resilience” truly means in Formula 1 — and how that mindset translates beyond the track.

25:40 — The Human Side of Security
A look at how trust, collaboration, and secure systems underpin every competitive advantage in modern racing.

29:00 — Looking Ahead to 2026
Balancing the pursuit of future innovation with the relentless demands of the present season.

33:00 — Closing Thoughts
Laurent reflects on what defines great leadership under pressure and what he’s learned from the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Read the full companion blog for this episode at 1Password.com.

Episode Notes

00:00 — Introduction
Calum Nicholas welcomes listeners to Securing the Win, setting the stage for how leadership, innovation, and cybersecurity intersect in Formula 1.

01:45 — Taking the Reins Mid-Season
Laurent Mekies discusses stepping into the CEO and Team Principal role mid-season and how he approached earning trust in a team defined by excellence.

05:30 — Leadership Through Change
How Laurent quickly learned the culture of Oracle Red Bull Racing and balanced short-term performance with long-term transformation.

10:15 — Building Morale and Mindset
The importance of energy, communication, and shared purpose in keeping a world-class team performing at its peak.

15:50 — Learning from Failure
Why accepting mistakes and fostering accountability fuels both innovation and team growth.

21:20 — Engineering Resilience
Laurent’s perspective on what “resilience” truly means in Formula 1 — and how that mindset translates beyond the track.

25:40 — The Human Side of Security
A look at how trust, collaboration, and secure systems underpin every competitive advantage in modern racing.

29:00 — Looking Ahead to 2026
Balancing the pursuit of future innovation with the relentless demands of the present season.

33:00 — Closing Thoughts
Laurent reflects on what defines great leadership under pressure and what he’s learned from the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.

More ways to engage with the show and 1Password:

The Securing the Win podcast is produced by 1Password and Motorsport Studios in collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.

]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Calum Nicholas, Laurent Mekies, Derek Westerlund, Riley Leboe, John Pollard, Nick Fitzsimmons, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Motorsport Studios, 1Password Calum Nicholas, Laurent Mekies, Derek Westerlund, Riley Leboe, John Pollard, Nick Fitzsimmons, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Motorsport Studios, 1Password 2954 When leadership changes mid-season, pressure takes on a new meaning. In this premiere episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas, former Red Bull Racing mechanic, sits down with Laurent Mekies, CEO and Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing, to explore what it takes to lead a historic racing team through change without losing speed. From stepping into one of motorsport’s most high-stakes roles to managing innovation, morale, and accountability under pressure, Mekies reveals how Formula 1® teams adapt when everything is on the line — and what business leaders can learn from a culture built on precision, trust, and resilience. When leadership changes mid-season, pressure takes on a new meaning. In this premiere episode of Securing the Win, host Calum Nicholas, former Red Bull Racing mechanic, sits down with Laurent Mekies, CEO and Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing, to ex formula 1, f1, laurent mekies, oracle red bull racing, leadership, motorsport, change management, team culture, trusted access, high performance, digital transformation, innovation, cybersecurity, engineering excellence, calum nicholas No