Elected in 2015 and now into his third (and final) 3-year term on the Board, Colin brings immense industry experience and passion through his many years of involvement from stable-hand to strapper, to owner, breeder and now co-owner of Mogumber Park Thoroughbred Stud, which he runs with his Equine Veterinarian wife, Dr Fiona Lacey. Colin also operates a consultancy business focusing on governance, management and strategy improvement for sport and recreational organisations.

Elected in 2017 and Chair of the Governance & Planning Committee, Rod has been involved in the ownership and breeding of thoroughbred horses since 1972. He is a member of Thoroughbred Breeders Australia (WA) and has owned and operated a thoroughbred agistment facility in Baldivis from 1987-2007. Rod sits on the Boards and Advisory Committees of various environmental research organisations; spent 28 years working in oil and gas. Semi-retired, he works part-time as an environmental consultant and is a member of the Northern Territory EPA.

Appointed in 2018 and Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Management Committee, Guy has more than 30 years’ financial and operational experience across a diverse range of sectors, operating and residing in most continents. A financially trained professional, specialising in bridging the gap between operations and finances, linking strategy to business practices, Guy is currently the CEO of Endeavour Energy. Customer focused, with a strong emphasis on team building and diversity, Guy brings a wealth of knowledge to the Board, sharing wider global perspectives.

Appointed in 2018 and Chair of the Asset Development Committee. As former CEO of Seven West Media WA, Chris was responsible for all Seven West Media assets in WA, including The West Australian, The Sunday Times and Channel Seven Perth. In 2016 he was awarded an Order of Australia medal (AM) in the Queens' Birthday honours. Chris is on the Board of the East Perth Football Club and is Chairman of Stealth Global Industries and Thriver Finance and is a passionate follower of thoroughbred racing.

Elected in 2021 and Chair of the Commercial Operations Committee, Peter became a WATC member in 1975, and has passionately supported racing ever since. He has owned and bred successful racehorses for over 25 years. A Psychologist with a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counselling, Peter is Executive Chair of his own National company. Peter has also previously served as a City of Stirling Councillor and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Appointed in 2022, Carol Adams OAM brings to Perth Racing an extensive and distinguished background in the local government sector as well as strong legal, governance and strategic planning experience. A past board member of the Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority and several professional and not for profit and voluntary associations, Carol will place a strong community and stakeholder engagement lens over the board’s strategic direction and decision making.

Appointed in 2022 and Chair of the People & Culture Committee, Jo Davies has over 30 years’ experience of working and volunteering in the sport and recreation industry at local, state, national and international levels. She is currently General Manager, Community Cricket at the WA Cricket Association and a member of the National Community Cricket Leadership Team. She is a Director of East Perth Football Club and was formerly Chair of East Perth District Development Council.

Elected in 2022, Brent is a senior public relations consultant who is well-connected in Perth’s business and public sector community. He is a Director of GT Communications and serves as a City of Perth Councillor. He has experience chairing the Policy & Legislation Committee, the Audit & Risk Committee, in addition to representing Perth on Tamala Park Regional Council and the Development Assessment Panel. He has previously worked at NBN, the Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and the Chamber of Minerals & Energy.