The Joe Pomp Show How McLaren CEO Zak Brown Became the Highest-Paid Executive in Formula 1
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Oct 6, 2025 Dive into McLaren's impressive financial journey, revealing how CEO Zak Brown became the highest-paid executive in Formula 1 with a staggering $50 million salary. Explore the team's $712 million revenue, largely fueled by sponsorships covering 60% of income. Discover how McLaren turned around from losses to a $72.6 million profit and learn about their strategic asset sales that prevented bankruptcy. With a $5 billion valuation, McLaren is now the sport's most valuable team. Get the inside scoop on executive pay and travel spending, including lavish private jet use!
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UK Filings Reveal McLaren's Finances
- McLaren Racing is required to file UK annual financial statements that reveal detailed executive pay and revenue breakdowns.
- This transparency lets outsiders see salary, sponsorships, prize money, and even historic car spending.
Zac Brown Became F1's Highest-Paid Exec
- Zac Brown earned $50 million in 2024, making him Formula One's highest-paid employee outside drivers.
- His pay jumped from $35 million in 2023, likely tied to McLaren's championship success.
Revenue Jump To $712M Driven By Sponsors
- McLaren generated $712 million in revenue in 2024, a 23% increase year-over-year.
- About 60% of revenue came from sponsorships while F1 activities drove the majority of the group's earnings.