This appointment came as a future plan for succession Claire to her father in the management of the Williams team. And was scheduled to announce this news before the start of the season, but the death of Claire's mother Ms. Virginia Williams forced the Williams team to postpone the announcement.
Claire began her work in the Williams team since 2002 when it joined the journalism department team has risen to several positions the team but today it also operates while maintaining its commercial director leads marketing and communications functions take care of business.
And reflexes said Frank Williams and Claire's father " Over the past decade Claire has worked tirelessly for Williams, Her knowledge of the sport and passion for the team is unquestionable and I'm proud to say that during her time here she has proven herself to be one of our most valuable assets. With Claire being appointed Deputy Team Principal, I know the future of Williams is in extremely safe hands. This appointment also had Ginny's blessing who I know would have been incredibly proud to have seen Claire taking on this position by my side.''
As Claire much welcomed this appointment and said " I'm truly honoured to be taking on the role of Deputy Team Principal and look forward to working alongside Frank to help run the team this season and beyond. I have grown up in the sport and have learnt the ropes from one of Formula One's legendary Team Principals and as a result I feel well equipped for this new challenge. I understand the commitment that every person within the team gives each day to see our car out on the track and I am determined to see us back at the top"
And about her work with team members, Williams and vision for the future of the teams said Claire " I don't underestimate the challenges that lie ahead but I have the full support of the Board and a very talented Executive Committee who will be invaluable as I move forward in this role. It has been a sad month for my family and Williams as a company following the death of my mother, but as the season takes hold we must look to the future. It will be a privilege to play a part in taking the team into what I hope will be a successful next chapter."
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