The ISA currently facilitates 11 committees made up of directors to oversee different facets of the industry. Each committee meet regularly to provide guidance and advancement to fulfill initiatives and benefits for all members.
John DeLong
Chair - President
Robert Taylor
1st Vice President
Doug Rideout
2nd Vice President
Rhys Helt
Board Treasurer
Zach Miller
Board Secretary
BACKSIDE HEALTHCARE / EMERGENCY BENEFITS
Oversees and manages the Health Clinic, chiropractor, chaplain, and other services located in the Racing Administration building and backstretch at Hoosier Park
Assessment for emergency funding to members in need due to unforeseen issues that may arise
Jay Hochstetler
Chair
Joe Essig, Jr.
Jamie Macomber
BACKSIDE IMPROVEMENTS
Provide additional guidance and support for facility upgrades and improvements
Robert Taylor
Chair
Jay Hochstetler
Doug Rideout
James Yoder
BREEDERS/OWNERS/SALES
Provides representation to all breeders, owners, and sales in the state through negotiations, added incentives, and additional ways to increase opportunities while laying groundwork for additional benefits and growth
Jamie Macomber
Chair
Ernie Gaskin
Daryl Miller
Doug Rideout
BUDGET/FINANCE
Provides a baseline for all committee and project budgets while managing a total budget that exceeds $1 million annually with all monies going to support the industry and its members while exploring ways to increase awareness and new initiatives to expand racing opportunities
Rhys Helt
Chair - Treasurer
John DeLong
President
Robert Taylor
1st Vice President
Doug Rideout
2nd Vice President
Zach Miller
Board Secretary
COLLEGE ASSISTANCE
Allot assistance to members and their immediate families for furthering education with monetary assistance to those seeking degrees. To date, more than $750,000 has been distributed to secondary education needs since 2010
Zach Miller
Chair
Carrie Hollman
Doug Rideout
COMMISSION RELATIONS
A new committee since 2024 to ensure cohesiveness between the organization and the state commission through better communication tactics and address issues that arise during the season
Tony Renz
Chair/Executive Director
John DeLong
President
Robert Taylor
1st Vice President
Doug Rideout
2nd Vice President
Rhys Helt
Board Treasurer
Zach Miller
Board Secretary
Jason Miller
FAIR RACING
Continuing guidance and support for the state’s 10-site circuit accommodating 20 separate sessions of racing each season, offering free programs, support staff, and added promotions and promotional giveaways
Doug Rideout
Chair
Chad Clark
Carrie Hollman
John Merkel
Jason Miller
Robert Taylor
GRANTS
Continued support of various non-profit organizations in the state, from equine-related projects to agricultural-based programs
Zach Miller
Chair
Rhys Helt
Carrie Hollan
Doug Rideout
Robert Taylor
MEMBERSHIP / PROMOTIONS
Providing numerous programs and activities annually to highlight and enhance benefits for members through complimentary feeds and communication services, including a text blast program
Carrie Hollman
Chair
Ernie Gaskin
Rhys Helt
Daryl Miller
James Yoder
Tabatha DeLong
Additional Volunteer
Darla Gaskin
Additional Volunteer
Julie Rideout
Additional Volunteer
Ellen Taylor
Additional Volunteer
Stefanie Taylor
Additional Volunteer
PARI-MUTUEL
Weekly meetings with track management and officials to address issues and concerns of members and create better relations between both entities
Provide additional guidance and support for facility upgrades and improvements
John DeLong
Chair - President
Chad Clark
Joe Essig, Jr.
Erie Gaskin
Jay Hochstetler
Zach Miller
Robert Taylor
James Yoder
PUBLICATIONS / WEBSITE / SOCIAL MEDIA
Oversee the publication of 4-5 magazines annually mailed to members and related racing entities along with taking over the production of the annual stallion guide, showcasing all breeding opportunities in the state
Daily updates on the Website and social media showcasing Indiana performers and alerting members of upcoming events and activities
