The Board of Directors of Queensland Thoroughbred Owners Association (QTOA) are an excellent group of passionate owners across the industry who have links to large horse ownerships both interstate and intrastate. QTOA will focus on looking after the rights and benefits of all owners across Queensland with a specific focus on creating Steering & Advisory Committees across Regional Queensland, Women in Racing and growing young members and will work closely with the Queensland Government, Racing Queensland, QRIC, race clubs, trainers and industry participants to help grow our member base. This will in turn allow QTOA to provide up to date feedback, advise and consultation to the racing authorities straight from our owners. Membership starts at $99 and runs 1 August through to the 31 July and will give all members a range of exclusive rights and benefits befitting of our industry and an opportunity for owners to take part in member forums, questionnaires and member only events. QTOA Board & Management President - Alex Penklis Secretary & CEO - Ben Mannion Treasurer - Drew Scofield Director - Peter Tighe Director - Linda Huddy Director - Gary Cunningham Director - Chris Wessel QTOA Mission - The Queensland Thoroughbred Owners Association will further and protect the rights of Thoroughbred owners in Queensland, promote the enjoyment & excitement that racehorse ownership brings, ensure that Thoroughbreds are treated responsibly, respectfully and ethically both during and after their racing careers QTOA’s vision is to be the number one thoroughbred owner body protecting and enhancing the rights of all thoroughbred owners while enjoying the thrill of racing.