Lexington, Kentucky, December 24, 2025
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) has expanded its Next Generation Advisory Group by appointing five new members. The new appointees, including industry professionals from various backgrounds, will contribute to the evolution of HISA’s Racetrack Safety and Anti-Doping Programs. They succeed outgoing members, continuing the efforts of HISA to seek formal feedback and representation from diverse voices in horse racing.
Lexington, Kentucky – The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) has appointed five new members to its Next Generation Advisory Group. These appointees are Conrad Bandoroff, Dr. Kristina Eisaman, Carly Schuerger, Sophie Shore, and Whitney Verbal, who will replace outgoing members Waqas Ahmed, Marc Broady, Jeff Matty, Katie Miranda, and Tyler Peeples.
- Conrad Bandoroff – Vice President of Denali Stud, a leading consignor in Kentucky’s Bourbon Country.
- Dr. Kristina Eisaman – Veterinarian at Equine Medical Associates in Lexington, Kentucky, specializing in layup and lameness evaluations.
- Carly Schuerger – Rehabilitation manager at Margaux Farm with experience as a racehorse groom and exercise rider.
- Sophie Shore – New York attorney and lifelong racing enthusiast with experience at the New York Racing Association and trainer Graham Motion.
- Whitney Verbal – Accredited Level II Steward with over 13 years in the horse racing industry, serving in various major racing jurisdictions.
Established in 2024, the Next Generation Advisory Group consists of 20 members from diverse backgrounds within the racing industry, including trainers, owners, consignors, veterinarians, and horsemen’s group representatives. The group provides HISA’s executive team and Standing Committees with formal feedback on the evolution of its Racetrack Safety Program and Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) Program. A full list of members is available on HISA’s official website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Next Generation Advisory Group?
The Next Generation Advisory Group is a body established by the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) in 2024 to provide formal feedback on the evolution of HISA’s Racetrack Safety Program and Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) Program. The group comprises 20 members from diverse backgrounds within the racing industry.
Who are the new members appointed to the Next Generation Advisory Group?
The new members appointed to the Next Generation Advisory Group are Conrad Bandoroff, Dr. Kristina Eisaman, Carly Schuerger, Sophie Shore, and Whitney Verbal. They succeed outgoing members Waqas Ahmed, Marc Broady, Jeff Matty, Katie Miranda, and Tyler Peeples.
What are the roles of the new members?
The new members bring a range of expertise to the group. Conrad Bandoroff is Vice President of Denali Stud, Dr. Kristina Eisaman is a veterinarian specializing in layup and lameness evaluations, Carly Schuerger is a rehabilitation manager with experience as a racehorse groom and exercise rider, Sophie Shore is a New York attorney and lifelong racing enthusiast, and Whitney Verbal is an Accredited Level II Steward with over 13 years in the horse racing industry.
How can I find more information about the Next Generation Advisory Group?
For more information about the Next Generation Advisory Group and its members, please visit HISA’s official website.
Key Features of the Next Generation Advisory Group
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Establishment | Formed in 2024 by the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA). |
| Composition | Comprises 20 members from diverse backgrounds within the racing industry, including trainers, owners, consignors, veterinarians, and horsemen’s group representatives. |
| Purpose | Provides formal feedback on the evolution of HISA’s Racetrack Safety Program and Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) Program. |
| New Appointees | Conrad Bandoroff, Dr. Kristina Eisaman, Carly Schuerger, Sophie Shore, and Whitney Verbal. |
| Outgoing Members | Waqas Ahmed, Marc Broady, Jeff Matty, Katie Miranda, and Tyler Peeples. |
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