Horse Racing Ireland has made two key senior hires, appointing Connie Costello as Group Chief Financial Officer and Peter Roe as Head of Racing for HRI Racecourses. Costello brings extensive financial experience from the private and public sector, while Roe has been with HRI for 25 years and will oversee racing operations at four HRI racecourses.
Costello is praised for her strategic financial leadership and operational efficiency skills, while Roe is recognized for his strong reputation and successful track record at Fairyhouse Racecourse. Both appointments are seen as valuable additions to the HRI team and are expected to make significant contributions to the industry.
Roe will focus on maintaining consistency, quality, and innovation across the four racecourses, while also ensuring optimal ground conditions, race planning, and stakeholder engagement. These appointments are part of HRI’s efforts to bring in the right people to maintain success and drive growth in the industry.