Blanchard Promoted At Western Fair

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Published: June 28, 2013 12:19 pm EDT

Western Fair District has announced that Greg Blanchard has been promoted to Raceway Manager effective June 30, 2013.

Greg has been with Western Fair District for the last three years as Assistant Raceway Manager and Announcer. Blanchard will take over management of the Raceway operations and will also take on additional assignments and duties throughout the year in other areas of the District including Fair and Shows.

“We are very pleased to have someone of Greg’s passion and racing knowledge to head up our Raceway operations. Greg has a wide range of skills that will serve him well as he joins our management team,” said Hugh Mitchell, CEO.

Blanchard will take over for Ian Fleming who is stepping back, but will continue to serve as the track’s Race Secretary.

With the changes to the raceway structure, Western Fair District will be seeking a new Announcer for the fall meet commencing in October.

(Western Fair District)

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Comments

jim cauchon
30 June 2013 - 5:35 pm

You do a great job with the call and info in and around races congratulations Greg

Now this is probably asking a lot,,,,How about a passing lane? Lol
Again, all the best
Jctoronto

Larry Menary
29 June 2013 - 7:54 pm

could not have gone to a better person. always friendly and knowledgeable.
Congratulations

ron francis
29 June 2013 - 4:30 pm

Congratulations Greg, think this will prove a prudent move by WF, and it will have a positive affect on all of racing. A young guy who has worked Grass roots racing in PEI, where the. Game/Sport really matters, the big league (so to speak) at WEG, and a mid-market like WF. That broad based experience is "big picture" important. I really think Greg understands that tracks have to step up and understand they are in the hospitality business, that horsemen have to understand they are catering to the hospitality business. There is only one direction, and that is up.

Larry Resnitzky
28 June 2013 - 8:02 pm

Congratulations Greg."The cream rises to the top" applies here. I remember when you started out in this game on PEI, and it was easy to see the tremendous potential you had right out of the gate.

Combine your skills, personality, and experience with that of one of your mentors WFD's Hugh Mitchell, and you have a winning combination.

Good luck with your new GM position. You've always been a credit to harness racing and the folks back home on PEI.

Larry Resnitzky

Blair Taylor
28 June 2013 - 5:27 pm

Congrats Greg! It doesn't seem all that long ago (35 years) you were the racing manager for us as kids @ the old CDP when we ran our own running races or later heading to Summerside to call a Wed night card. Ontario in general is lucky to have you.

Shannon Doyle
28 June 2013 - 5:19 pm

Congrats Greg! All the best on your new role with Western Fair District...

Evan Loucks
28 June 2013 - 2:00 pm

What a great move for WFD! Congratulations Greg on a well deserved promotion. A top calibre ambassador for the sport! All the best, Evan

Adam Mauntah
28 June 2013 - 1:53 pm

Congratulations, Greg! This is an excellent decision on the part of WFD management. Greg has been a passionate ambassador for the District and, in particular, the Raceway, since arriving in London, in addition to working hard for the sport as a whole. I have no doubt that he will rise to this new challenge.

Robert M Smith
28 June 2013 - 12:34 pm

Congratulations Greg .The WFD management have made a very wise choice and you will continue to do an excellent job .Harness racing is fortunate to have you working on its behalf .Continued Good Fortune in all of your endeavours .

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