He said Rogers’ leadership would help “build the next generation of the Flemington Racecourse precinct as a year-round sport and entertainment destination”.
Last month, this masthead reported that Swedish pop group ABBA’s spectacular 3D virtual concert ABBA Voyage was close to signing a deal to build a permanent arena at Flemington.
In a statement released by the VRC on Monday, Rogers said she was thankful for the opportunity to be joining “an iconic and globally significant sporting organisation”.
“The VRC is one of the world’s greatest sporting and cultural institutions, and it is an organisation I am extremely excited and honoured to be leading,” she said.
“I love racing, and I look forward to working with Neil, the board, and the entire VRC team to elevate the club and the Flemington precinct into the future.”
Former Fremantle CEO Steve Rosich announced his resignation from the VRC in April, a decision that allowed him to start exploring future employment prospects outside his racing role, possibly back in football.
“Steve joined the club midway through the pandemic and successfully led the business out of COVID, achieving significant milestones, including record membership, growth in Cup Week crowds, and the new media and wagering partnership with TAB and Nine Entertainment,” Wilson said.
“Steve’s last day with the VRC will be 31 July, coinciding with the end of the racing season.”
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