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Schedule
2024 HRWS Schedule of Events
Wednesday, Sept 25
4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Registration opens at 4:30 p.m.)
Welcome Reception at Le Meridien
Location: Event Lawn at Le Meridien Hotel, 130 West Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California 91007
Enjoy cocktails and light bites while networking with attendees and engaging in a guided networking activity.
Thursday, Sept 26
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Breakfast & Networking
Location: Event Lawn at Le Meridien
Begin your networking with a continental breakfast and beverages.
8:30 - 8:45 a.m.
Welcome Remarks
Location: Grandstand Ballroom at Le Meridien
Welcome note from HRWS Executive Committee Chair Stephanie Hronis and event Emcee Christina Blacker.
8:45 - 9:15 a.m.
Opening Speaker
Kick off an inspiring day with Opening Remarks by Catherine Iste, Chief Administrative Officer of the Los Angeles Chargers.
9:20 - 10:20 a.m.
Panel 1: Peak Performance - High Level Competition & Mental Preparedness
Zoe Cadman - XBTV and 1/ST RACING Host and Analyst
Karen Crouse - Sports Journalist turned Ghostwriter
Samantha Huge - EVP, Collegiate Athletics of RealResponse | Executive Director, National Collegiate Equestrian Association
Emma-Jayne Wilson - Champion Jockey
Moderator - Britney Eurton, Host and Reporter, NBC, Amazon Prime
10:20 - 11:00 a.m.
Networking Break
Refreshments & Networking
11:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Panel 2: Women at the Helm - Driving Organizations & Inspiring Teams
Tracy Attfield - Founder of TLore Management LLC
Vicky Leonard - Owner, Managing Director & Founder of Kick Collective, Kick Up For Racing (AUS) and Light Up Racing (USA)
Robyn Theodorakis - Head of Key Accounts and Sales for Seat Geek
Alina Vale DVM, MS - Equine Welfare & Forensics
Moderator - Stacie Clark Rogers, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance - Operations Consultant
12:05 - 12:30 p.m.
Jane Goldstein Award Presentation
2024 Honoree Georganne Hale, Vice President of Racing Development in Maryland
12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Luncheon
Location: Event Lawn at Le Meridien
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Keynote & Workshop With Katie Goodman
Location: Le Meridien Hotel Grandstand Ballroom
Join award-winning comedian, author and international speaker, Katie Goodman in a keynote and workshop touching on topics such as staying present, being flexible, and remaining authentic. This exercise is designed to help attendees navigate the unknown and tackle challenges in life.
4:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Closing Remarks
Concluding words to wrap up an inspiring day!
4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Reception
Location: Event Lawn
Katie Goodman will be onsite signing copies of her book while we all unwind with light bites and cocktails. This is a great opportunity to mingle with speakers, committee members and fellow attendees.
Friday, Sept 27
8:00 a.m.
Breakfast & Networking
Location: Santa Anita Park, 285 Huntington Drive
Clocker's Corner
Watch Morning Works and California Crown contenders with XBTV host and analysts Michelle Yu & Zoe Cadman
9:45 - 11:00 a.m.
Seabiscuit
Tram Tour
Location: Santa Anita Frontside & Backside
Enjoy The Seabiscuit Tram Tour at Santa Anita visiting:
Backside Barn Area, Receiving Barn, Jockey Silks Room, Historical Sites and Statues, and the Carriage Barn
1:00 p.m. (first post)
Afternoon of
Racing
Location: Santa Anita Park, Suite 11 & 12
Enjoy an afternoon of Racing at Santa Anita Park - Wagering Experience and Contest Opportunities
Specialty Cocktails and Welcome Snacks Included (Full Cash Bar and Menu Available)
Join us in the Paddock and Winner's Circle for the race named for the Horse Racing Women’s Summit
