Edited Press Release
The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association (FTBOA) announced Oct. 25 that George Isaacs, general manager of the historic Bridlewood Farm located in Ocala, was re-elected president of the organization at a board meeting following the annual member meeting.
“Having served many years on the board of directors for the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association, I have witnessed great dedication from the staff, board members and membership in making our organization flourish,” Isaacs said. “I am grateful to our entire team for being vital to the association and the industry as key stakeholders and leaders.”
New FTBOA board members are Dr. Tiffany Atteberry of Ocala, Beth Bayer of Ocala, Colin Brennan of Ocala and Richard Heysek of Morriston. They will each serve a three-year term that will run through October 2027.
Leaving the board because of term limits as outlined in the FTBOA by-laws were Paul Bulmahn, Laurine Fuller-Vargas, Nick de Meric and George Russell.
The board also selected the remaining executive committee officers for 2024-25 with Isaacs as president while Valerie Dailey, a small breeder and operator of Showcase Properties in Ocala, was named first vice president; Francis Vanlangendonck, who operates Summerfield Sales in Williston, was named second vice president; and Joseph M. O'Farrell III with Ocala Stud, will serve as treasurer. Beckie Cantrell, a breeder in Ocala, was elected as secretary.
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