Russell Ferris
Managing Director @Racecourse Media Group
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WORK HISTORY
Managing Director @Racecourse Media Group
London, GB
Racecourse Media Group is the principal media, broadcast and digital platform for UK and Irish racecourses, responsible for the distribution and commercialisation of media rights, data products and fan engagement services across domestic and international markets. Responsible for integrating the Commercial, Broadcast and Digital functions to strengthen alignment and enhance industry value. The role focuses on elevating RMG’s market position through improved customer experience, an expanded digital footprint and data-driven product improvement. Oversees a substantial revenue portfolio across media rights and digital platforms, and leads the development of technology products for both domestic and international operators and media partners.
EDUCATION
Queens University
Bachelor Of Agriculture
Queen's University Belfast
Post Graduate Diploma in Communication, Change Management
SKILLS
ABOUT RUSSELL FERRIS
Experienced Managing Director, Chief Executive and Non-Executive Director with a strong record across the sport, media, and racing sectors. Career experience spans organisations including Racecourse Media Group, Weatherbys, At The Races (Sky Racing) and Limerick Racecourse, with consistent success in strengthening governance, aligning boards and leading major cultural and commercial transformation. Well-versed in the responsibilities of both executive and non-executive leadership, with experience spanning board restructuring, REMCO development, performance oversight, strategic challenge and support, stakeholder assurance and long-term value creation. Recognised for modernising legacy organisations, building accountable leadership environments and establishing clear strategic direction. Achievements include securing a multi million long-term contract for British racing administration, creating a high performing digital software business, expanding Weatherbys Scientific into a multi-species genomic service with international reach and delivering record profitability through disciplined financial and operational management. Brings clarity, strategic focus and a people-centred approach, with the ability to operate effectively in regulated, family-owned and multi-stakeholder environments.
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