Horse Racing Ireland has announced the appointment of Roger Casey as Group Chief Financial Officer. He will succeed Suzanne Eade in the role, following her stepping up to CEO in late 2021.
Casey will join Horse Racing Ireland from Tattersalls Ireland in the coming months. His appointment came following an extensive recruitment campaign in which HRI was assisted by Mazars.
A native of Waterford and a graduate of the University of Limerick, Casey is a Chartered Accountant with over 21 years experience including 14 years with Tattersalls Ireland in County Meath.
He is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Ireland, a member of the Institute of Directors in Ireland, and also brings international commercial experience to the role having worked with Marsh McClennan; KPMG in Toronto and Dublin; and Deloitte in Dublin.
“I look forward to working with Roger, who brings significant financial expertise and leadership to Horse Racing Ireland, coupled with a strong understanding and appreciation for the racing and breeding industry.,” said Suzanne Eade.
“Roger will have the full backing of a dedicated team in HRI across a diverse portfolio with who I have enjoyed working directly with for over six years.”
“Racing and breeding are part of the fabric of life in Ireland and I am very aware of the significant impact and footprint of this industry having spent 14 years with a great team at Tattersalls Ireland,” added Casey
“I am looking forward to starting this new and exciting role in Horse Racing Ireland, and working alongside CEO Suzanne Eade, the Board and the wider team at HRI.”
