Harness Racing Victoria Chief Operating Officer Brant Dunshea today announced his resignation from HRV to pursue opportunities abroad.
Mr Dunshea will take up a new position with the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) as Head of Raceday Operations in London.
HRV CEO John Anderson congratulated Mr Dunshea on his new appointment and wished him well for the future.
“While it is sad for HRV to lose Brant, it is a wonderful opportunity for him to advance his career internationally,” Mr Anderson said.
“Brant has made an excellent contribution to harness racing in a variety of senior executive roles. His knowledge, work ethic and leadership will be very difficult to replace.
“Brant’s legacy will include his leading role in the areas of drug control and the expansion of HRV’s international footprint.
“We wish him well in this exciting new position in London.”
Mr Dunshea commenced his career in racing as a cadet steward with HRV in 1994.
He was Chairman of Stewards between 2004-06, General Manager of Integrity between 2007-10 and Chief Operating Officer from 2010-15.
“I’m incredibly excited about this opportunity with the British Horseracing Authority and I feel very privileged to have been appointed to such an important role within one of the great racing jurisdictions in the world,” Mr Dunshea said.
“My journey with Harness Racing Victoria has been an amazing one and this has not been an easy decision for me.
“I leave the organisation having dedicated the most part of 20 years committed to the continuous improvement of a sport which has been my passion since childhood and I’m very proud of the contribution I’ve made.”