NEW MD BRINGS EVENTS FOCUS TO SANDOWN PARK
25/10/2007
Sandown Park have appointed David Mackinnon, formerly of the Royal Windsor racecourse, as the venue’s new Managing Director. Having only just commenced his role at Sandown Park, David has already met some famous faces including George Bush! Although Mr Bush was in the shape of impersonator Rory Bremner. An avid fan of racing, funnyman Rory Bremner was filming a sketch for his series Bremner, Bird and Fortune in the Esher Hall.
David recognises the importance of the events side of Sandown Park’s business- with over 300 non racing days a year Sandown Park has immense indoor and outdoor space available for events of all kinds. He is focused on building Sandown Park’s brand position as a centre for conferences and exhibitions. David said “The scope of our business with only 30 racedays a year leaves significant days for the Events business. Currently Events contribute over 40% of Sandown’s business and I am looking forward to increasing occupancy and usage of our facilities”.
David was impressed by the amount of on-site facilities available at Sandown Park which include golf, karting and dry-skiing which are a distinct advantage in today’s business climate - with current trends showing delegates wanting more from their meeting or conference. These facilities are also widely utilised for training and team building activities.
For more information about events at Sandown Park please contact the Event Sales team on 01372 46 43 48 or email sandown.events@jockeyclubracecourses.co.uk
