Betsy Janes, Sr. Vice President of Government Relations, Selected for Louisville Business First’s 20 People to Know: New Executives

LOUISVILLE, KY., (December 1, 2023) – Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) is proud to announce Betsy Janes, Sr. Vice President of Government Relations, has been selected for Louisville Business First’s (LBF) 20 People to Know: New Executives list. Janes was promoted to Sr. Vice President earlier this year and in her role, leads the development and implementation of the CDI’s political and legislative strategies.

“Churchill Downs Incorporated has experienced a tremendous amount of growth during my time here. It has been incredibly rewarding to be part of that, but I have admittedly felt very reactive to evolving circumstances.” shared Janes in the LBF feature. “Now that I have a full team in place, I am looking forward to being strategic about mentoring them, tackling new challenges together and executing an intentional plan to our fullest capabilities.”

LBF’s People to Know series connects the Louisville-area business community with influential people in key roles that are crucial to their businesses. People in this reoccurring feature run the gamut from behind-the-scenes all-stars to key leaders to up-and-comers in their respective industries.

To learn more about LBF’s People to Know series and discover more about all 20 new executives, visit: www.bizjournals.com/louisville.


About Churchill Downs Incorporated

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (NASDAQ: CHDN) has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for nearly 150 years, beginning with the company’s most iconic and enduring asset, the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI has expanded through the development of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the TwinSpires horse racing online wagering business and the operation and development of regional casino gaming properties. www.churchilldownsincorporated.com