| Age | 60 |
| Occupation | Chairman |
| Company | Dorilton Group, Williams Racing |
| Country | USA |
| Position Last Year | Down |
Matthew Savage, Chairman of Dorilton Capital, is a name increasingly recognised not just in the boardrooms of global finance but also on the high-octane circuits of Formula 1. Since founding the U.S.-based private investment firm in 2009, Savage has brought a sharp strategic vision and deep financial expertise to every venture he touches.
Before Dorilton, Matthew Savage spent over 20 years at Rothschild in both London and New York, where he specialised in mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring. This background has proven invaluable in navigating complex investment landscapes and identifying long-term value in traditional and emerging industries alike.
One of his most transformative moves came in 2020 when Dorilton Capital acquired the iconic Williams Racing team—one of F1’s most storied but recently struggling franchises. At a time when Formula 1 was undergoing rapid commercial evolution, Savage saw potential where others saw decline. His leadership brought not just capital but a clear vision: to rebuild Williams Racing with patience, innovation, and a commitment to engineering excellence.
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Savage’s influence extends beyond spreadsheets and shareholder meetings. His passion for motorsport and respect for F1’s legacy make him a rare figure in the sport—someone who understands both the soul of racing and the mechanics of sustainable business growth. By aligning Williams’ historic brand with modern technology and data-driven performance strategies, he is helping to steer the team back to competitiveness in a fiercely contested F1 landscape.
For fans, investors, and professionals alike, Matthew Savage represents the growing convergence between finance and sport—a trend increasingly visible across the Formula 1 paddock as private equity and venture capital reshape the business of racing. His journey with Williams is not just about lap times or podiums; it’s about redefining what it means to lead in an era where sport and strategy intersect.
In many ways, Savage is racing’s quiet visionary, powering one of F1’s greatest comeback stories from behind the scenes.