Elmore to Retire From Centaur Racing

Brian Elmore, who oversees racing operations at Hoosier Park Racing & Casino and Indiana Grand Racing & Casino, is to retire Feb. 26 from Centaur Gaming, which operates the two Indiana racetracks, the company announced Feb. 1.

 

Elmore, vice president of racing, will retire after more than four decades in the racing industry and nearly two decades with the company. 

 

"Throughout my more than 40 years in the racing industry, I've had the opportunity to work at nearly every level and for multiple operators, and I can truly say that my years with Centaur Gaming have been my best and most rewarding," said Elmore. "To be a part of a company that is committed to the advancement of horse racing is something that is rare in our industry. I am proud to have had the opportunity to serve in this capacity and to work with the Indiana Horse Racing Commission, multiple Indiana horsemen associations, and Centaur's more than 2,000 dedicated team members who all share my same passion for the sport."

 

Elmore, having served in multiple executive level racing positions for Centaur Gaming, was instrumental in the opening of Hoosier Park, Indiana's first racetrack casino.

 

"Indiana's horse racing industry has grown significantly over the last two decades, and Brian has been there the entire time working to provide our guests and horsemen with a superior racing experience while helping build a foundation for the success we see today," said Centaur Gaming chairman and CEO Rod Ratcliff.

 

Prior to joining Centaur Gaming, Elmore served as vice president and general manager of Ellis Park in Henderson, Ky., and Bandera Downs in Bandera, Tex. Elmore also served as a member of the Thoroughbred Racing Associations.

 

"Hoosier Park and Indiana Grand have grown into nationally recognized, premier racing facilities and Brian's hard work and dedication has significantly contributed to that effort," said Jim Brown, Centaur Gaming's president and COO. 

 

Rick Moore, Hoosier Park's vice president and general manager of racing, and Jon Schuster, Indiana Grand's vice president and general manager of racing, will continue in their roles leading the day-to-day racing operations for both properties.