Restructure set for NZ Breeders’ Association

Paul Harris

THE New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association (NZTBA) is set to make a number of changes after internal discussions about the best way to make progress in an ever-changing industry.

NZTBA President John Fokerd said it is imperative that the body continues to evolve.

“Like a lot of organisations in this day and age we have to reposition ourselves in the marketplace to be better placed going forward, without losing sight of the fact that we are still a key player in the thoroughbred Industry by representing the breeders,” Fokerd said.

“Over the next few months, we will relocate to shared premises in Hamilton with New Zealand Thoroughbred Marketing alongside the Te Rapa racecourse.”

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A new business and operations development manager will be appointed and some administrative and support services will be shared with NZTM. A new part-time chief executive will also be appointed to work in Hamilton.

Fokerd said it is important to keep up with modern trends in technology.

“In this new digital age we feel the need to look for skills that are more appropriate to conducting business in the modern world today,” the president said.

“After 23 years of outstanding service to the NZTBA, our current CEO Michael Martin will be leaving his position in mid-September and our office manager Nicola Griffiths will remain with us until the end of October while we transition to the offices in Hamilton.”

“During his time with the Association, Michael has worked very effectively for the New Zealand breeder, he has been a real champion for the cause and our Association will be forever grateful for his input.

“He has served with integrity under six presidents including Ross Finlayson, Arthur Ormond, John Aubrey, Peter Hutt, Peter Francis and myself. Michael is well respected by all the many sector groups, industry committees, politicians and lobbyists he has worked alongside on behalf of our Association.”

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