Be There! OCT. 31 – NOV. 3
SANTA ANITA PARK
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA
Insightful Panel Discussions Featuring Industry Professionals OCT 31- NOV 3
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Breeders’ Cup World Championship reserved seating included
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Keynote Speaker Eddie Olczyk Eddie Olczyk, a television broadcaster, former player and coach for the National Hockey League (NHL), and racehorse owner is the Conference Keynote Speaker.
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ake plans to attend the 2016 Thoroughbred Owner Conference at Santa Anita Park. If you’re interested in ownership, this is an event you don’t want to miss. Happening Breeders’ Cup week, this conference is the perfect complement to one of racing’s most exciting times of the year!
Learn from the Experts This informative and insightful conference focuses solely on Thoroughbred ownership. Whether you’re thinking about getting in the game, are relatively new to ownership, or consider yourself an experienced owner, the Thoroughbred Owner Conference has something for everyone. Top trainers, vets, jockeys, aftercare specialists, business experts, and successful owners share their knowledge and insights.
Network & Socialize The event has been designed to offer attendees personal interaction with other owners, panelists, and industry insiders alike. At social events and business sessions throughout the Conference, you’ll have numerous opportunities to exchange contact info, ideas, and insights.
Attend the Breeders’ Cup World Championships Every Conference attendee will receive, as part of their registration, reserved grandstand seating tickets to both Friday and Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup Championship race days!
Olczyk played 16 seasons on seven teams in the NHL. He scored 342 goals and record 794 points in 1,031 games. The third overall selection in the 1984 Entry Draft, he was on the 1984 U.S. Olympic hockey team, won a Stanley Cup with the 1994 New York Rangers, and is a member of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame. He joined the Pittsburgh Penguins game broadcasts for Fox Sports and also served as head coach of the Penguins from 2003 to 2005. Olczyk’s first horse racing broadcast Eddie Olczyk was in 1994. Years TV Commentator, NHL Player and Coach, later, in his 2014 Racing Enthusiast debut as a horse racing analyst on NBC Sports, Olczyk distinguished himself by confidently picking two longshot winners on the telecast. He since has become a staple on coverage of the Breeders’ Cup and he became a part of the Triple Crown coverage in 2015.
Prominent Panelists
Industry Insights
Breeders’ Cup Winning Owners Successful Breeders’ Cup-winning owners share their experiences. From the highs and lows of daily ownership to the thrill of winning racing’s most prestigious competitions, these owners have seen, heard, and felt every emotion. 1.
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1. Owner Barbara Banke; 2. Owner Billy Koch; 3. Jockey Victor Espinoza aboard American Pharoah
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World-Class Jockeys
Veteran Trainers
Ownership Business Considerations
Current and Hall of Fame jockeys provide insights into their race prep, riding style, and relationships with owners and trainers. You’ll hear behind the scenes stories about some of their most memorable rides.
Top trainers talk specifics about their individual training styles, including how they approach conditioning equine athletes and the nuances of the owner-trainer relationship.
Industry experts discuss ownership business plans. Topics include acquiring horses, accounting and insurance, as well as, bloodstock advice and financial and legal considerations.
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4. Team Beholder, jockey Gary Stevens and trainer Richard Mandella; 5. Owner Aron Wellman; 6. Owner George Bolton; 7. Trainer Doug O’Neill; 8. Trainer Art Sherman; 9. Hall of Fame jockeys Mike Smith, Laffit Pincay Jr., and Chris McCarron.
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Thoroughbred Aftercare
Veterinary Care
Aftercare specialists focus in on the retraining and re-homing of retired Thoroughbred racehorses -- known as Off the Track Thoroughbreds (OTTB). You’ll hear about this inspiring work and see actual demonstrations of how OTTBs are making a difference in their second careers.
Renowned veterinarians discuss some of the most prevalent health issues that face equine athletes. Topics include radiographs and scoping, knee and ankle issues, and laminitis. You’ll hear fascinating explanations of what racehorses can experience during their careers.
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1. Retired Thoroughbred Lava Man; 2. Colorado State Univ. Orthopaedic Research Founder Dr. C. Wayne McIlwraith; 3. California Horse Racing Board Medical Director Dr. Rick Arthur 4. Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Founder Michael Blowen 5. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Operations Consultant Stacie Clark Rogers; 6. Important veterinary care.
Attend Both Days of
Breeders’ Cup Racing Accommodations for the Breeders’ Cup
Registration for the 2016 Thoroughbred Owner Conference includes reserved grandstand seating* for both days of the Breeders’ Cup. Watch the drama unfold as the best Thoroughbreds from around the globe vie for racing’s most prestigious prize. In addition, there will be access to a selection of Breeders’ Cup special events including: Breeders’ Cup Post Position Draw Experience the excitement of the post position draws for both the Distaff and the Breeders’ Cup Classic followed by a reception in the luxurious Chandelier Room at Santa Anita. Breeders’ Cup Breakfast Marquee Enjoy a fabulous breakfast while watching morning workouts in the shadow of the majestic San Gabriel Mountains. Clockers’ Corner at Santa Anita Park View the morning workouts from Clockers’ Corner including many of the Breeders’ Cup contenders. * If you would like to upgrade and purchase other seating options at your own cost please contact Stephanie Booth with the Breeders’ Cup and reference Thoroughbred Owner Conference. There is no guarantee that other seating options will be available. Stephanie@Breederscup.com 859-422-2698.
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Schedule Monday, Oct. 31 2:30 pm • Business Considerations
for Racehorse Ownership Panelists: Owner George Bolton, Owner Aron Wellman, Bloodstock Advisor Pete Bradley, Attorney Shannon Arvin, and Accountant Jen Shah. Moderator: Millie Ball (Q&A to follow) 4:00 pm • Breeders’ Cup Draw Draw for the Breeders’ Cup Distaff and Classic, Chandelier Room at Santa Anita, Reception follows
Tuesday, Nov. 1 7:00 am • Trackside Breakfast Breakfast Marquee, Santa Anita frontside near Clockers’ Corner 9:00 am • Welcome Master of Ceremonies Tom Durkin 9:30 am • Breeders’ Cup Winning Owners Panelists: Barbara Banke, Billy Koch, Dean Reeves, John Amerman, and Ken Kinakin. Moderator: Simon Bray. (Q&A to follow) 11:00 am • Jockeys Panelists: Chris McCarron, Gary Stevens, Laffit Pincay Jr., Mike Smith, and Victor Espinoza. Moderator: Richard Migliore. (Q&A to follow) 12:00 noon • Lunch FrontRunner Restaurant, at Santa Anita
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2:00 pm • Trainers Panelists: Art Sherman, Doug O’Neill, Eoin Harty, Phil D’Amato and Richard Mandella. Moderator: Simon Bray (Q&A to follow) 3:45 pm • Hollywood Goes to the Races Host: Nick Clooney 5:00 pm • Cocktail Reception & Dinner At Santa Anita
Wednesday, Nov. 2 7:30 am • Morning Workouts With Hall of Fame Jockey Chris McCarron and OwnerView’s Suzie Oldham at Clockers’ Corner 9:30 am • Opening Keith Brackpool, President & Chairman of Santa Anita 10:00 am • Equine Retirement Panelists: Erin Crady, Kristin Leshney, Lucinda Mandella, Michael Blowen, and Stacie Clark Rogers. Moderator: Christina Bossinakis (Q&A to follow) 11:30 am • Lunch Turf Terrace at Santa Anita 12:45 pm • Veterinarians Panelists: Dr. Rick Arthur, Dr. Larry Bramlage, and Dr. Wayne Mcllwraith. Moderator: Richard Migliore
2:00 pm • Keynote Address Eddie Olczyk, retired NHL star, horse owner and TV broadcaster (Q&A to follow) 3:15 pm • Racing Syndicate Reception Sponsors: Bona Venture Stables, Bourbon Lane Stable, Bradley Thoroughbreds, Centennial Farms, Little Red Feather Racing, Magdalena Racing, Sackatoga Stable, Taste of Victory Stables, Top Hat Thoroughbreds, West Point Thoroughbreds
Thursday, Nov. 3 9:00 am • Tour Local Attractions Morning tours offered of the beautiful Los Angeles Arboretum & Botanic Garden or the historic Rose Bowl 12:30 pm • Afternoon of Racing & Lunch Sponsored by conference host The Stronach Group. Lunch and afternoon of racing in the FrontRunner Restaurant
Friday, Nov. 4 & Saturday, Nov. 5 11:00 am • Breeders’ Cup Racing World Championship racing at Santa Anita Park. Conference registration includes grandstand accommodations both days. (If you would like to upgrade and purchase other seating options at your own cost please contact Stephanie Booth with the Breeders’ Cup and reference Thoroughbred Owner Conference. Stephanie@Breederscup.com 859-422-2698)
Stars Syndicates and sightseeing
Hollywood Goes to the Races Hear the behind-the-scenes stories and sagas of real-life Thoroughbreds that found their way to the silver screen. Former American Movie Classics host and emcee, Nick Clooney, chats with stars, writers and producers of beloved films that have made their mark in the world and on the popularity of the sport.
Host / Emcee Nick Clooney
Take in Local Attractions Take in the local sights while you’re enjoying the 2016 Thoroughbred Owner Conference! Prior to a day of live racing and lunch at Santa Anita Park, attendees of the Conference have the opportunity to tour one of two of the most beautiful and iconic attractions in the area – The Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden and The Rose Bowl.
Racing Syndicate Sponsored Reception Cocktails & Appetizers Mix and mingle at this afternoon reception sponsored by many of the racing syndicates attending the Conference. Enjoy food and beverages while visiting with syndicate representatives who can share information about their partnership models, their ownership philosophy, and how you can become a part of the industry through this “shared experience” channel. Sponsors include:
Bona Venture Stables • Bourbon Lane Stable Bradley Thoroughbreds • Centennial Farms Little Red Feather Racing • Magdalena Racing Sackatoga Stable • Taste of Victory Stables Top Hat Thoroughbreds • West Point Thoroughbreds The Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden and the historic Rose Bowl both are located nearby.
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Registration Details: Full Registration $750 Access to all Owner Conference events
Social Events Only Registration $400 Access to Owner Conference social events only On behalf of the Breeders’ Cup, you will receive one Grandstand Reserved seating ticket as part of your Thoroughbred Owner Conference registration for both Breeders’ Cup Championship racing days
Conference Host Hotels: * See conference website for information on hotel accommodations near Santa Anita Park.
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Owners, speakers, celebrities and participants enjoy the Thoroughbred Owner Conference.
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Hosted by: OwnerView and BloodHorse
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