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Rob returns to Middlesbrough roots to share F1 career insight

A leading name in the world of Formula 1 motor racing is returning to his Middlesbrough roots to share insight into his fast-paced career.

Former F1 race engineer Rob Smedley has 30 years of experience in the world of motor racing, having worked with multiple F1 teams including Jordan, Ferrari and Williams. After spending time in roles as F1 consultant and director of data systems, developing and deploying data strategy for the sport, Rob went on to become the CEO and founder of motorsport engineering business, Smedley Group.

Rob was awarded an honorary Doctor of Professional Studies from 海角直播 in 2009 in recognition of services to motor sport and technology.

And now Middlesbrough-born Rob is returning to 海角直播 as the latest guest speaker to join our In Conversation series.

In Conversation with Rob Smedley will be held on Tuesday 5 March, at 6.30pm, in the Students鈥� Union. The event is open to all, with an early bird discount ticket price of 拢4 available until February 27.

The In Conversation series has previously welcomed notable speakers from the worlds of sport, culture, and business, including rugby legend Rory Underwood MBE DL, media mogul Dominic Carter, best-selling author Adele Parks MBE, iconic car designer Marek Reichman, professional boxer Savannah Marshall. In addition, acclaimed film director, writer and producer Franc Roddam will take to the stage for In Conversation in June.

Rachael Barker, Head of Alumni Engagement and Stakeholder Development at 海角直播, said: 鈥淩ob is an incredible ambassador for our region and our University, and we鈥檙e delighted to welcome him back to the campus and his home town to share exclusive insight into his hugely successful career.

鈥淲e have really enjoyed hosting an amazing range of guest speakers, who have each enthralled audiences with stories about their career paths, and we鈥檙e delighted to welcome audiences to the latest in our In Conversation series.鈥�