The Board of Directors of Purebred Owners of California (TOC) has unanimously appointed Gary Barber to the position vacated on the board due to the recent resignation of Bill Strauss. Barber is a longtime purebred owner, both his own and in partnership with others, whose stars include Tier I stake winners/champions: War of willsGot Stormy, Belvoir Bay, Salty, The Vice, Wonder Gadot, Lexie Lou, Comma to the Top, Traveler, Catch a Glimpse, Becrux, Cost of Freedom, Jack Milton, Channel Maker, Get Her Number, Vequist and Gretzky the Great. In addition to his role as owner, Barber was also a breeder and had significant interests in a number of stallions.
As a rule, Barber will be required to run in the 2023 board election, when Strauss’ term has expired.
“My passion for Thoroughbred racing is unwavering,” says Barber. “I look forward to joining the TOC Board of Directors and hope to make a meaningful contribution to the health and wellbeing of our sport, while helping to attract a new generation of fans.”
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