Contacts

TOC Staff & Consultants

 

Guy Lamothe
Chief Operating Officer

 

 
Guy Lamothe serves as TOC's Chief Operating Officer, and is involved with all aspects of the racing industry.  He has a professional background in corporate finance, strategic planning and business analysis.  Previously, he worked at Universal Studios, where he directed worldwide planning efforts related to theme parks, entertainment complexes and hotel resorts. Prior to that, he led various marketing and development capacities with Santa Anita Park and other equine-related businesses. Guy holds a MBA degree from the Anderson Business School at UCLA, and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from UCLA.


Kellee Breen
Chief Financial Officer

 

Kellee Breen prior to joining TOC in 1997 worked for many years as a bookkeeper and business manager for trainers, owners, jockeys, farriers, and veterinarians. She also served as the hospital administrator for the San Luis Rey Equine Hospital and as the development officer for the University of Sydney Rural Veterinary Centre in Australia.

As the TOC’s Chief Financial Officer, Kellee is in charge of preparation of monthly financial statements for the Board of Directors and TOC’s annual audit and budget, as well as handling all of TOC’s monthly financial business. She works year-round out of TOC’s Del Mar office.


Lucinda Mandella
Director of Owner Services

 

Lucinda joined TOC in 1997, after graduating from the University of Arizona's Racetrack Industry Program. She serves as the Director of Owner Services, traveling to each of Southern California's live race meets. Lucinda oversees TOC's continuing education program, coordinating all of the seminars and events hosted by TOC each year.

She also provides liaison services to owners at each live meet and handles various other projects including managing TOC's website and coordinating TOC's Annual Meeting and Annual Owner Awards ceremony.



Mary Forney
Director of Operations

 

Mary Forney joined TOC in September 2004 as Director of Operations. She oversees day-to-day administrative operations for our President, edits our quarterly newsletter, tracks and analyzes out-of-state simulcast revenues and trends, serves as staff liaison to the Board, and generally fills the role of "keel" at the TOC's corporate office at Santa Anita. A magna cum laude graduate of California State University Los Angeles, Mary holds a BA in Sociology with an Emphasis in Law and Society. Mary moved over to TOC after 13 years at Santa Anita, where she held various positions including program production supervisor, executive assistant to the general manager, and simulcast coordinator. In 2006, Mary was named "Outstanding Woman in Thoroughbred Horse Racing."


Ali LaDuke
Project Coordinator

 

Ali came on board in March, 2008. She joined TOC after graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Arizona’s Race Track Industry Program.  A sixth generation Californian, she considers the state’s horse racing the best there is!  Ali rounds out the staffing at the Southern California offices, providing project assistance to the president and other executive staff members, providing customer service to members, overseeing the membership database, and generally helping keep our very busy offices ship-shape! She also serves as staff liaison for TOC’s Owner Relations Committee and Medication Committee. Stop by and introduce yourself during live racing at Santa Anita, Hollywood Park, or Del Mar.
 
 

Elona Culwell

Administrative Assistant

Elona joined the TOC staff in March, 2010. She comes from a California racing family and is the granddaughter of iconic trainer Charlie Whittingham. She holds a BA from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and came to TOC after 7 years working in the film industry. Elona provides administrative support to the executive staff in the areas of database maintenance, new and prospective owner hospitality, meeting scheduling, and educational seminars. She also assists with all general office functions including mailings, filing and archiving, greeting walk-in customers, answering phones, and generally helping the office run smoothly. Hers is most likely the first cheerful voice you will hear when you call TOC’s corporate office!
 

Richard Scheidt
Director of Northern
California Operations

 


Richard Scheidt joined the TOC in July 2006 as the Northern California Representative. Richard comes to TOC after working for more than five years on California’s statewide horseplayer loyalty program, most recently as program manager. A Bay Area native, he holds a business degree from San Jose State University and he attended University of Arizona’s Race Track Industry Program.

Richard will serve the needs of owners in Northern California, facilitate TOC’s events in the North.


 

Wayne Atwell
Assistant Director of
Northern California Operations

 

Wayne Atwell joined the TOC in 2006 as a part time Consultant. Wayne oversees the development and management of the TOC website as well as assists with new owner recruitment and seminars for Northern California.

Wayne has been involved in thoroughbred racing in California as an owner, breeder, and bloodstock advisor for over 10 years. His family has been and continues to be involved in racing for over 25 years.

Wayne not only brings his personal experience but also his professional experience as a Customer Support Manager in the High Tech and Financial Services industries for over 20 years. He has a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from San Jose State and a MBA from Santa Clara University.

Stop by the TOC office for the current live Northern California meet to speak with Wayne if you are a current or looking to become an owner.