Some of the most influential people in the racing industry are set to speak on The Racing Industry Course from 1st to 5th February 2010. This British Horseracing Authority Course, sponsored by Weatherbys, covers the main aspects of the racing industry, and will be packed with seminars, exclusive visits and interactive sessions.

Speakers confirmed for The Racing Industry Course 2010 so far include:

  • Nic Coward: Chief Executive of the British Horseracing Authority - Louis Romanet: former Director General of France Galop
  • Rod Street: Project Director for Racing Enterprises Limited
  • Jon Ryan: Director of Communications at the British Horseracing Authority
  • Paul Struthers: Public Relations Manager at the British Horseracing Authority
  • Adrian McGlynn: Company Secretary of Weatherbys
  • Rory MacDonald OBE: Chief Executive of The British Racing School
  • Caroline Turnbull: Education and Employment Manager at the Thoroughbred Breeders Association
  • Brough Scott: Chairman of Injured Jockeys Fund, top Racing Journalist and Television Presenter
  • Stephen Wallis: Managing Director of Newmarket Racecourses
  • Michael O'Hagan: Chief Executive of Irish Thoroughbred Marketing
  • Paul Dixon: President of the Racehorse Owners Association
  • Douglas Erskine-Crum: Chief Executive of the Horserace Betting Levy Board
  • Sam Sheppard: Chief Executive of the European Breeders' Fund
  • David Oldrey: Former Steward of The Jockey Club
  • Sara Hay-Jahans: Head of Training and Development at the British Horseracing Authority
  • Jim Cornelius: Chief Executive of the National Association of Stable Staff
  • Ian Balding: former Royal trainer who trained top group winners such as Mill Reef, Lochsong and Selkirk
  • Barry Faulkner: Association of British Bookmakers
  • Lynn Hillyer: Veterinary Adviser to the British Horseracing Authority
  • Kevin Darley: Chief Executive of Professional Jockeys Association

The course includes a fascinating visit to the sales at Tattersalls, and a trip to Darley, where delegates will have the opportunity to see some of the most famous stallions in the world. The course will culminate with a networking dinner, for delegates and speakers, in the magnificent Jockey Club Rooms.

The course would suit those in managerial positions in racing who aspire to expand their knowledge of the complex areas of the racing industry, and who want to remain up-to-date with current issues and challenges. For those wanting to expand their industry connections the course provides delegates with the perfect opportunity to network with some of the most knowledgeable experts in the industry and exchange ideas with other delegates.

The fully residential course costs £1,200 and is running from 1st to 5th February 2010, with an optional days racing at Sandown Park on Saturday 6th. To find out more information about the course please visit www.brstric.com, or alternatively contact Ginny Lancaster on 01638 665103 or ginny@brs.org.uk. There are only a limited number of places so book now to avoid disappointment.