Gary Caldwell joined Exeter City in October 2022, taking charge of his first game on October 25 at Derby County. 

Gary was born in Stirling Scotland on 12 April 1982. A Scottish former professional footballer and coach. He played for Newcastle United, Darlington, Coventry City, Derby County, Hibernian, Celtic, and Wigan Athletic, winning 55 international caps for Scotland.

Primarily considered a centre-back, Caldwell was a versatile player; he was also deployed as a right back and defensive midfielder at various spells in his career. As an international, he earned a place in the Scottish FA International Roll of Honour after gaining over 50 caps. 

After retirement he went into coaching, and has managed Wigan Athletic, Chesterfield, Partick Thistle and Exeter City.