MyRacehorse hires ex-Betfair Head of Racing to lead marketing efforts in the UK and Ireland

Micro-share horse racing syndicate MyRacehorse has appointed Will De Nardo as UK and Ireland Marketing Director and Global Gaming Advisor as it looks to expand its customer base in the region.

De Nardo joins MyRacehorse after almost 10 years in the betting industry at Flutter Entertainment brands, where he worked for Sky Betting and Gaming, FOX Bet and most recently Betfair as Head of Racing.

MyRacehorse offers racing fans the opportunity to participate in genuine racehorse ownership, starting at just £46. Founded in the US in 2019, MyRacehorse now has over 50,000 owners, sharing ownership of 110 racehorses across America, Australia, UK and Ireland including Kentucky Derby and Breeders’ Cup Classic winner Authentic.

MyRacehorse is looking to continue to grow its unique model of racehorse ownership in the UK where they already have horses in training with John and Thady Gosden, Joseph O’Brien, George Baker and Michael O’Callaghan.Talking about his appointment, De Nardo said: “I’m thrilled to be joining MyRacehorse at such an exciting time for the company, as we look replicate the successes of the US and Australian businesses in the UK and Ireland.

“The passion MyRacehorse has for delivering best-in-class experiences for its owners was clear to me from the beginning and I’m excited to be able to help deliver this unique ownership model to racing fans across the UK and Ireland.

“Finally, the experience of owning an elite racehorse can be accessible to anyone – which is truly game changing for the sport.”

Jules Pittam, Managing Partner of MyRacehorse, UK and Ireland, said:  “Will brings an additional and important marketing skill set to our UK and Ireland business due to his invaluable experience at Flutter.

“He will be influential in enhancing the owner experience as well as working with new partners as he develops gaming opportunities around the world. We are delighted to have someone of such high calibre join the team.”