Andrew Bailey

Andrew Bailey is a leading transformation coach known for guiding organisations through the evolving relationship between business, technology, and human performance. Drawing on more than three decades of experience in high-pressure, innovation-driven sectors, he brings clarity to complex technological change and offers grounded insights into how leaders can harness emerging tools such as artificial intelligence. As CEO and managing partner of Rathbone Results, he blends engineering precision with strategic leadership to help businesses improve efficiency, performance, and long-term competitiveness.

Andrew’s career began in naval architecture, where he developed his technical foundation at Austal before progressing to BAE Systems and later Babcock International as a design manager. His move into QinetiQ marked a shift towards commercial and strategic responsibilities. Starting as a business development manager, he rose to managing director for the sea systems division, leading hundreds of staff and successfully securing a major UK Ministry of Defence contract. This period sharpened his ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and deliver large-scale technical programmes. He then transitioned into the world of elite motorsport, first as the head of vehicle design at McLaren Racing and later as Operations Director at McLaren GT and Programme Director. His expertise in high-performance engineering and operational excellence eventually took him into the financial sector. At Schroders, he served as COO and global head of process engineering, improving key investment processes before taking on senior roles at G Research, where he oversaw business process re-engineering and later acted as operations director for engineering. Since assuming leadership at Rathbone Results, he has led a significant transformation of the company, tripling revenue through improved operations, financial systems, marketing strategy, and the adoption of AI-driven processes.

Alongside his professional achievements, Andrew is a chartered engineer, a qualified executive coach, and a graduate of the Oxford Artificial Intelligence Programme. He is also a Leadership Fellow at St George’s House in Windsor Castle, contributing to annual conferences on the societal and geopolitical impact of disruptive technologies.

Andrew is an analytical yet engaging speaker who combines real-world experience from Formula One, finance, defence, and advanced engineering with practical guidance on leadership and AI. His recent appearance at the Make UK Defence Summit underscores his ability to communicate complex topics in a relatable and inspiring way. With enthusiasm, clarity, and a deep understanding of emerging technology, he is a powerful addition to events seeking to make AI accessible and actionable for all audiences.