THE Seymour Racing Club (SRC) has announced the appointment of Lisa Manning to its board, following the retirement of long-serving director Gerard O’Sullivan.
Ms Manning is currently the Victorian Sales Manager for Godolphin with more than two decades of experience across the thoroughbred industry including breeding, yearling preparation and bloodstock sales.
Seymour Racing Club chief executive Chris Martin said: “We’re incredibly fortunate to welcome someone with Lisa’s depth of experience and passion for the thoroughbred industry.
“Her knowledge across breeding, sales and the wider racing sector will be a tremendous asset to the Club as we continue to strengthen Seymour’s position as a leading country racing venue.”
Ms Manning began working in the industry in 2002 as a racehorse strapper before developing a passion for preparing yearlings for sale.
She went on to work across several prominent thoroughbred operations before joining Godolphin (then Darley) in 2015 as a Stallion Nominations Sales Consultant.
Mr Martin also paid tribute to outgoing Board member Gerard O’Sullivan for his service.
“Gerard has been a valued member of the Seymour Racing Club Board since joining in October 2009 and has dedicated more than 16 years volunteering his time to support the club,” he said.
“On behalf of the Board, staff and members, we sincerely thank Gerard for his fantastic service and commitment to the Seymour Racing Club.”