Team

Kevin & Jo Hickman

Kevin Hickman has always been a passionate racing supporter, however until his retirement from the Managing Director’s role at Ryman Healthcare in 2005 he had very little time to indulge in the research and planning required to start this venture. Kevin’s passion for competition was sparked early on and he was a keen athlete, before turning his hand to coaching. For many years he nurtured athletes taking some through to compete at the highest levels, so it seems natural that he should transfer some of this experience to the racetrack. He and wife Joanna have both been heavily involved in the sporting world, Joanna a successful athlete and former Athletics New Zealand Chairperson. The couple have both been very successful in the business world. Their wealth of experience and drive to accomplish greatness provides an inspirational base for the success of Valachi Downs.