Sam Hirst

Sam Hirst is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the automotive sector and business management. Currently serving as Associate Director of the UK Start-Ups Practice at Quick Release Ltd since January 2015, Sam oversees all aspects of client work in the UK, focusing on business development, account and project management. Previous roles include leadership positions in variant configuration at McLaren Automotive Ltd, project management at Ford Motor Company, and data management at Rivian. With a Master's degree in Earth Sciences from the University of Oxford, Sam has demonstrated expertise in managing complex projects and teams while delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.