The appointment of Adam Kilgour to the Board of Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) has been approved by the Minister for Racing, Martin Pakula.
Mr Kilgour, a corporate affairs practitioner, brings to the harness racing industry an extensive background in leadership positions throughout Australian business and government.
Mr Kilgour has also spent time in the racing industry as Chair of the New South Wales Racehorse Trainers Association.
“Clubs and participants across Victoria all need HRV’s strategic support, open collaboration and good communication. My sense is that it is heading in the right direction,” Mr Kilgour said.
Mr Kilgour said he understood the vital importance of integrity in the racing industry and he was looking forward to playing his role with the Board to help punters and owners have confidence in the industry.
HRV Chairman Dale Monteith welcomed the appointment of Mr Kilgour and said he was “grateful for the Minister’s prompt response to the Board’s request for someone with Adam’s skill set”.
“I’m pleased to welcome Adam to the HRV Board. We’re very much looking forward to his insights and I’m sure his experience and skills will be of great benefit to the harness racing industry,” Mr Monteith said.
“The HRV Board will benefit greatly from Adam’s extensive background in strategic planning roles, including public policy and as Chair of the NSW Racehorse Trainers Association.”
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