Olivier Delloye, currently Managing Director of Arqana, has been appointed to the position of Director General of France Galop beginning in February.
Delloye has been a member of the Arqana team since its inception in 2006 when Agence Francaise merged with Goffs France. News of his new appointment, in which he will succeed Thierry Delegue, was met with approval by Arqana President Eric Hoyeau.
“The appointment of Olivier at the head of France Galop is fantastic news for French racing,” Hoyeau commented. “He has all the qualities necessary to orchestrate the modernisation plan announced by [President] Edouard de Rothschild when he was elected last month.”
He added, “This choice is also a strong sign of recognition of the Arqana model. It is characterised by an open, positive outlook, resolutely turned towards the future and an international market. I am therefore delighted that France Galop has expressed, by choosing Olivier to lead the reform plan which the industry so urgently needs, a willingness to follow our lead when it comes to innovation and service. On behalf of the entire team, I would like to thank Olivier for everything he has accomplished over the last 10 years at Arqana. In addition, Arqana and all French breeders will greatly benefit from the energy and drive afforded by the new team at the head of France Galop.”
Once ensconced in his new position, Delloye will work alongside Delegue at France Galop until Mar. 21.
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