Board Election 2025
A strong and unified voice for owners is essential. With significant changes ahead in the governance of our sport, it is more important than ever that owners are heard, represented, and their views acted upon.
We are therefore delighted that this year’s ROA Election has attracted 13 candidates, all standing with the shared ambition to drive change and strengthen the ROA’s position on behalf of owners.
You should have received an email on Monday from Civica Election Services inviting you to vote. Please use the unique link in that email to cast your vote.
The role of the ROA Board should not be underestimated. The Board provides vital leadership within racing, ensuring owners’ perspectives are represented at every level. Having the right skills, experience, and passion at the Board table is critical, and much of this work is carried forward through our committees and continuity of industry knowledge.
Voting closes at noon on Friday, 17th October. The newly elected Board members will be confirmed at the ROA Annual General Meeting on Friday, 24th October at Doncaster Racecourse.
The candidates standing for election are:
- Garry Adams
- Dr Jeffrey Berk
- Celia Djivanovic
- Malcolm Franklin
- Ian Gosden
- Mouse Hamilton Fairley
- Julian Harley
- Sam Hoskins
- Mark Johnston
- Trisha Keane
- Ben Robinson
- Peter Savill
- Des Thurlby
Candidate details and manifestos are available on the election website via your Civica voting email. If you have not received the voting email, please contact us on [email protected]
The ROA is more than a membership provider, it must be the essential representative body and voice for owners in the sport - now and in the future. Together, standing strong, we can ensure that racehorse ownership thrives at every level of British racing.
Please cast your vote today.