John Gasper has been named general manager of Dr. Tom Simon’s Vinery and will oversee day-to-day operations. A longtime horseman, Gasper has worked in a variety of positions in the Thoroughbred industry for approximately four decades.
“We are extremely excited to add someone like John to our growing organization,” said Vinery president Tom Ludt.
Vinery's domestic operations are based in Central Kentucky, and there is a division in Florida.
Two-time champion sprinter Benny the Bull will stand at Vinery Florida.
Derek MacKenzie is the new director of public sales for Vinery.
Vinery president sees casinos boosting racing and breeding revenue in New York.
Other Vinery stallion Congrats will stand for $35,000, up from $15,000.
The son of A.P. Indy is the sire of prominent 2-year-old Wickedly Perfect.
Stallion formerly stood in Florida.
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