Brian McBride (businessman)
Brian McBride (born 15 October 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 state school,
Career
McBride started his working life with
Currently he is Chair at Trainline PLC and Lead Non-Executive Director on the Board of the UK’s Ministry of Defence, a UK Government appointment. He is also a Senior Adviser with Scottish Equity Partners. He has recently stepped down as President of the CBI having led the organisation through the greatest crisis in its history.
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.[5]
Personal life
In his free time, he enjoys playing golf and tennis, listening to music, and spending time with his grandchildren at the weekends.[6]
References
- ^ ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
- ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
- ^ "McBride Quits Amazon for Health Reasons". Retail Week. Retrieved 2024-02-02.
- ^ "T-Mobile Axes Top Marketing Post". Marketing Week. Retrieved 2024-02-02.
- ^ "Meet Brian McBride, the new CBI President". CBI. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
- ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved 2023-01-10.
Further reading
- The Herald Scotland, 22 November 2022, CBI Chief Brian McBride: 'calls for action on Brexit impasse'
- Sunday Times, 9 October 2022, CBI president Brian McBride: ‘We’re not at war with the Tories any more’
- Sky News, 19 Feb 2022, CBI puts Trainline chairman McBride on track to be its next president
- Me by Brian McBride, January 2023, University of Glasgow interview
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