from WFD media relations

London, ON — Growing up West Lorne, Ontario, Greg Gangle considered The Raceway at Western Fair District his home track so it will be a homecoming of sorts on March 6 when he starts his new job as assistant racing manager at the London oval.

A marketing graduate of St. Clair College, Gangle also attended the University of Arizona’s Racetrack Management Program which he left in 2007 to join The Harness Edge and Horse Care magazines where he served as advertising and new media manager.

In 2010 Gangle joined Woodbine Entertainment Group’s Standardbred Media Department. In 2014, he moved to the Broadcast Department as a full time on-air simulcast host. At WEG he worked closely with Greg Blanchard who is now the director of racing at The Raceway. The pair will once again work together at Western Fair District.

“I’m looking forward to being reunited with Greg Blanchard and to further diversify my resume in this management role,” noted Gangle. “I grew up in the London area and Western Fair District was a home track for many years. It feels like homecoming in a sense and I’m very grateful for the opportunity. I can’t wait to begin my new role and be part of a wonderful team.”

“We are happy to have someone with Greg’s knowledge and passion for the game join our team. Those qualities, along with a diverse skill set, will make him a strong asset to the organization,” noted Blanchard. “Greg has had a chance to flourish during his time with WEG and it has prepared him well for this next step into a management role. I know he is one of those people that wants to make an impact and I am confident he will do well.”

“It was a very difficult decision leaving Woodbine as I consider it a privilege to work there. I’m very thankful to the organization and they have fully supported my decision,” Gangle added. “I’m very lucky to also have such a terrific personal support system, including my long-time girlfriend, Anna, and our daughter, Taylor.”