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Brent Hogan B.Comm, LLB
 

Brent Hogan B.Comm, LLB
Chief Executive

Brent is charged with the responsibility to lead the industry in all aspects related to its governance, integrity, commercial and strategy development together with maintaining its external relationships with other racing and wagering bodies. He also oversees all other aspects of the organisation and is the spokesperson of GRNSW on major issues. Brent is also the Executive Chairman of Greyhound Media Services Pty Ltd, a Director of NSW Racing Pty Ltd and a Director of Greyhounds Australasia Ltd.

Darren Simpson BPHE, MBA
 

Darren Simpson BPHE, MBA
Chief Operating Officer

Darren has direct management and leadership accountability for Finance; Member and Club Services; Industry capital development; Public relations and marketing; Wagering and racing information services; Information Technology; Risk management and insurance. He also provides strategic support to the Chief Executive. Darren is a member of the Wentworth Park Sporting Complex Trust Board and a Director of Greyhound Media Services Pty Ltd.

Bill Fanning
 

Bill Fanning
General Manager Racing & Integrity

Bill is charged with upholding and promoting the integrity of greyhound racing in NSW through the appropriate enforcement of the Rules of Racing and associated guidelines and policies. Bill has direct management and leadership accountability for Stewarding and investigations, grading and racing operations. Bill is also responsible for advising the Board of GRNSW on all integrity matters and policies.

   
Michael East BComms (Journalism)

Michael East BComms (Journalism)
General Manager Media & Content

Michael is responsible for developing and implementing a proactive media strategy to ensure that GRNSW’s media and content initiatives are aligned with the overall goals of the business. He also manages the many publications and communication programs of GRNSW, as well as overseeing the Club Partnership Grant. Michael also has responsibility for the management and development of GRNSW’s digital platforms, including TheDogs.com.au website and production of The Dogs TV.

Tony O'Mara

Tony O'Mara
General Manager Growth & Sustainability

Tony is responsible for the development and implementation of GRNSW’s Growth and Sustainability initiatives including greyhound welfare and Greyhounds as Pets; training and education activities; ownership and syndication development. This includes ongoing development and administration of the Greenhounds initiative and its associated training and accreditation activities. Tony also oversees the Greyhound Welfare and Veterinary Services Unit and the development of industry related veterinary policy. Tony is also member of the Agrifood Skills Australia Racing Industry Standing Committee and Greyhounds Australasia’s Animal Welfare Committee.

Patrick Hallinan

Patrick Hallinan BBus (Hons), MScBA
General Manager Industry & Strategy

Patrick manages recurrent and capital funding for NSW greyhound race clubs. He also supports clubs with their administration requirements and assists them to comply with the GRNSW Operating Standards and the reporting of data through Clubs Secure. Patrick oversees all Member Services provided by GRNSW, including the licensing of participants and greyhound registrations. In addition, he provides strategic advice to the Chief Executive; oversees wagering administration and policy; and manages the development of industry wide marketing activities.

 
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Clint Bentley 
 

Clint Bentley
Chief Steward

Clint has responsibility for leading the panel of Stewards that controls racing activities through the Rules of Racing including administering, enforcing and recommending modifications to the Rules to ensure the integrity of greyhound racing is maintained at the highest level.

Noel Ovington 

Noel Ovington
Communications Manager

Noel supports the media and content activities of GRNSW across a diverse base of activities and mediums. Noel coordinates the production of GRNSW’s internal and external publications, e-newsletters and brochures. He also has responsibility for editorial content appearing on the website and social media platforms.

Tim Whiticker  BAS (Sports Management) 

Tim Whiticker  BAS (Sports Management)
Club Services Manager

Tim is primarily responsible for supporting and promoting the effective, efficient and legally compliant operation of greyhound racing clubs in NSW. He oversees the provision of all GRNSW club support programs, including industry capital development plans and club funding. Tim is also responsible for working with our wagering partners to ensure their compliance with regulatory requirements and identifying opportunities to increase sales on NSW greyhound racing.

 

 

Irani Anandakumar  A.C.M.A, A.S.A 

Irani Anandakumar A.C.M.A, A.S.A.
Finance Manager

Irani has responsibility for all accounts payable / receivable functions and processes, as well as monitoring and preparing financial statements and reports for the Chief Executive, Board and Auditors. She is also responsible for the preparation of all statutory reports and treasury management of industry funds.

Brian Daniel  BVSc (Hon) 

Dr. Brian Daniel BVSc (Hon)
Head Racing Veterinarian

Brian is responsible for overseeing raceday veterinary services for the NSW greyhound racing industry, including the ongoing training and education of both Industry and contract veterinarians. He provides expert advice on veterinary related matters to the Racing & Integrity unit, Racing Appeals Tribunal, GRNSW executive and Board. Brian also has responsibility for monitoring and reporting on track injuries and for leading the training and education of industry participants on the care and welfare of the racing greyhound.

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

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