Wednesday luncheon #5073: Pre-Melbourne Cup Event with Bodelle Francis, CEO Oakbank Racing Club

This week lunch meeting will be held on Wednesday 12.30pm for 1.00pm at the... Adelaide Oval Gil Langley Room, L4 Riverbank Stand, War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide

Web booking closes Monday October 27 12 noon!

Payment on the day at the Welcome Desk by Card only. 

Includes Main Course, shared Cheese platter and Tea/Coffee, good company, great speaker and all done by 2pm!

 Pre-Melbourne Cup Event: Guest Speaker Bodelle Francis, CEO Oakbank racing Club
 

Tradition, Ambition and the Race That Stops the Nation

Bodelle Francis is a dynamic leader with a distinguished career spanning hospitality, sport, and governance. She has overseen multi-site hotel operations, led major racing organisations, and made history as the first female and youngest Chair of the South Australian Jockey Club. Known for her ability to lead through complexity and change, she helped deliver the Oval Hotel development at Adelaide Oval during the pandemic, guided Greyhound Racing SA through a period of significant reform, and now leads the iconic Oakbank Racing Club—returning to the racing code she is most passionate about.

Bodelle is a strong advocate for the racing industry’s unique ability to bring communities together, drive economies, provide opportunities and preserve a rich sporting heritage. With a bold and future-focused vision for Oakbank, she is working to reimagine the Club’s role as both a celebrated racing destination and a vibrant precinct.

Her story will explore the strength and significance of the racing industry, touch on Oakbank’s future ambitions and the importance of leaning into a challenge - and will do her best to help you find a winner for 'the race that stops the nation'. 

In addition to our guest speaker we are encouraging members to dress up for the day. Some hats will be available to purchase and there will be a prize for the best dressed as well as a phantom race call. 

Don't forget to give to the Virtual Community Bowl this week by clicking on...  Community Projects Appeal

Please note the venue - Gil Langley Room, Adelaide Oval, L4 Riverbank Stand, War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide