A former executive and a lifelong enthusiast of our industry, I am now actively involved, along with my wife, Vicki Pappas, in breeding, racing and sales, and feel that I am able to bring a thorough understanding of all aspects of thoroughbred racing to the board of the H.B.P.A. . As a current member of the board, I am proud to have been a part of the tremendous progress we have made over the past three years, dealing with issues that affect horsemen and improving the management of our responsibilities to the H.B.P.A. membership. I would like to continue to build strong relationships with other industry shareholders to ensure Ontario racing’s ongoing health and growth.