Las Vegas Grand Prix COO Betsy Fretwell leaving position [Video]

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The chief operating officer of the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix is leaving her position.

““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,” said outgoing COO Betsy Fretwell. “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.”

Fretwell is leaving this position five months after being hired. She had previously served as Las Vegas city manager from 2009 through 2017.

“Betsy has played a critical role for us as we navigate the complexities of a race of this magnitude in Las Vegas,” said Renee Wilm, CEO of …