New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Jerry Zaro to the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) Board of Directors, the organization announced Wednesday. This appointment fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Michael J. Del Giudice and is effective immediately.
Zaro, an active breeder and Thoroughbred owner, has campaigned such horses as three-time stakes winner Blindwillie McTell (Posse) and Grade I placed Baby Yoda (Prospective), who recorded the fastest Beyer Speed Figure [114] at all NYRA tracks in 2021.
A resident of Harrison, New York, Zaro is Chair of the Banking and Real Estate Services Department at Sills Cummis & Gross, a full-service corporate law firm with offices in New York and New Jersey. He is actively involved in the real estate industry and develops, owns, operates, and manages industrial, office and residential properties in multiple states.
“Horse racing is an engine of economic opportunity for New York State, and I thank Governor Hochul for the opportunity to join the distinguished NYRA Board of Directors and contribute to the sport I love,” said Zaro. “NYRA is the premier racing circuit in the country because this board and the management team have embraced change and prioritized integrity and safety. The future of New York racing is bright.”
Also Wednesday, NYRA announced the departure of Joseph Spinelli from its Board of Directors.
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