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Lauren Dunning will be joining Belmont Bloodstock as the executive bloodstock assistant.

Lauren Dunning joins team. Belmont Bloodstock is delighted to announce the appointment of Lauren Dunning who will be will be working together with Damon Gabbedy from his Melbourne base in the role of executive bloodstock assistant.

Lauren is a Godolphin Flying Start graduate who, like Damon, originally hails from Perth, Western Australia. Having started horse riding lessons as a child and being involved in eventing throughout high school, she 'fell' into racing during her gap year with a passion for horses.

After moving to Perth for university, Lauren worked full time as a stable hand and track rider for Dan Morton whilst completing a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication, a Graduate Diploma in Education, as well as Certificate in Equine Sports Massage.

Lauren has over 10-years experience in the industry both on a national and international level, previously working in a variety of roles in both the breeding and racing sectors. Lauren has also run her own equine sports therapy business for both racing and performance horses and has keen eye for conformation with a strong interest in racing, physiology and pedigrees.

Her most recent role was for OTI Racing as their business development manager, working on a range of ventures, including client relations, event management, as well as developing marketing and social media strategies.

Lauren feels the opportunity to work alongside Damon will provide invaluable experience.

"His eye for quality bloodstock and mentoring young people who are passionate about the racing industry was a significant attraction to the role and I look forward to getting amongst it all in the coming months," she said.