After 15 years of service as the Promoter Director for the Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) and Director of Greyhound Operations at ARC, Rachel Corden has revealed her plans to retire from the sport. Corden, who has been involved with GBGB since its inception, will step down from all her roles in November, ending a long and impactful career.
Her professional journey began with her family’s ownership of Nottingham Greyhound Stadium, and over the years, she has held key leadership positions at ARC, RCPA, GBGB, and BGRF. For the past five years, she has overseen ARC's greyhound operations, during which time the company’s five stadiums have become key pillars in the sport, with a strong focus on animal welfare and racing enjoyment.
Reflecting on her decision, Rachel mentioned that she had been fortunate to collaborate with remarkable individuals throughout her career, including ARC's stadium teams, veterinarians, homing partners, trainers, and owners. She explained that greyhound racing has been a part of her life since birth, but now feels the time is right to prioritise her family and personal interests. She also added that the timing is appropriate for the sport, as ARC is preparing to relocate its Perry Barr operations to Wolverhampton by September 2025, ahead of the site’s return to its landlord.
Corden expressed confidence in the future of ARC's stadiums, thanking Mark Spincer, Mark Kingston, and colleagues across the sport for their support. As she steps down from her roles with GBGB, RCPA, and BGRF, she is reassured that canine welfare will remain a top priority for these organisations. The greyhounds, she noted, are at the heart of the sport, and she is proud of the progress made in prioritising their well-being.
Among her cherished memories, Rachel highlighted fulfilling her father Terry’s dream of hosting the Greyhound Derby at Nottingham. However, she acknowledged that the extensive travel and commitment required by the sport had taken a toll, and now felt it was time to allow others to take charge.