LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – The chief operating officer for the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix is leaving the race.
Betsy Fretwell was announced as COO on Jan. 9 of this year. At the time of her hiring, F1 officials said she brought over 30 years of experience with her working in leadership roles in the public and private sectors.
According to a media release, Fretwell served in the public sector in the Las Vegas metro area for 27 years, including 9 years as City Manager of Las Vegas, where she oversaw more than 3,300 employees and a $1.3 billion annual budget.
“Over the last several months while serving as the COO of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, we developed a solid plan for this year’s race, established clear lines of communication with governing agencies and furthered critical community relationships,” she said. “With that work in place, it is time for me to return to my prior management consulting practice with C4ward Strategies. I’m confident that I’m leaving the LVGP in a stronger position and wish them every success.”
Renee Wilm, the CEO of the race said that she Fretwell played a critical role.
“Betsy has played a critical role for us as we navigate the complexities of a race of this magnitude in Las Vegas. She has been instrumental in helping us set the table for a successful race this yea,” Wilm said. “In our inaugural year, my focus was intently on the establishment and operation of the race. I now intend to bring that same energy and attention to the Las Vegas community as a whole, this year and for years to come. We wish Betsy nothing but the best.”
Fretwell says she is returning to her prior consulting practice with C4ward Strategies.
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