Brian McBride (businessman)

Brian McBride (born 1955) is a UK businessman, who was appointed President of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) in June 2022.

Early life

Born in Glasgow on 15 October 1955,[1] Brian McBride grew up in a council home along with his seven siblings, his mother (a nurse) and his father (a teacher).[2]

He attended the neighbourhood public school, Lourdes Secondary, before going on to Glasgow University, where he earned a degree in Economic History and Politics.[3]

Career

McBride began his career in business by selling photocopiers for Xerox in Glasgow. He later worked for IBM both in the UK and in the USA, before being approached by Michael Dell, who hired him to oversee Dell's activities in the UK and Northern Europe.

McBride continued to advance his career in the digital and tech sectors, first serving as T- Mobile's managing  director and launching 3G in the UK, before joining Amazon as UK CEO, where he oversaw the company's rapid expansion in the UK market.

Since leaving Amazon, McBride has held a variety of portfolio positions, including Chairman of ASOS and, most recently, Trainline. He has also served on the boards of the BBC and Abrdn (the former Standard Life Aberdeen) and is currently the lead non-executive director on the Board of the Ministry of Defence.

Also, as a Senior Adviser to Lazard's Advisory business and Senior Adviser with the Scottish Equity Partners, McBride’s involvement in the private equity and investment industry has helped make him an expert on the difficulties faced by small businesses in acquiring financing.[4]

Brian served as a non-executive Director on the board of Celtic FC from January 2005 to December 2009.[5]

Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Presidency

On 28 June 2022, McBride was chosen at the CBI’s AGM to serve as CBI President, primarily due to his experience in digital and innovation – areas that the CBI believes are key to growth in the UK.[6]

Personal life

McBride resides in Camberley, Surrey, with his wife, Linda. The couple have two daughters.

In his free time, he enjoys playing golf and tennis, listening to music, and spending time with his grandchildren on the weekends.[7]

References
  1. Chambers, Sam. "CBI president Brian McBride: 'We're not at war with the Tories any more'". ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
  2. Linklater, Magnus. "CBI boss Brian McBride: Forget independence and focus on the economy". ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
  3. Chambers, Sam. "CBI president Brian McBride: 'We're not at war with the Tories any more'". ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
  4. "Brian McBride". CBI. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
  5. "Brian McBride – The Celtic Wiki". Retrieved 2023-01-26.
  6. "Meet Brian McBride, the new CBI President". CBI. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
  7. Chambers, Sam. "CBI president Brian McBride: 'We're not at war with the Tories any more'". ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved 2023-01-10.

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