Churchill Downs COO “Undercover Boss”
By Swatilekha, Gaea News NetworkMonday, March 15, 2010
LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Last night’s episode of the hit CBS reality series “Undercover Boss” was highly enjoyed by the viewers as it showcased the Chief Operating Officer of Churchill Downs Incorporated, Bill Carstanjen getting into the shoes of a worker in his own corporation and for the first time in his life experiencing what his employees go through every day. The latest episode of the reality series gave revealing insights into the experiences of Churchill Downs COO as he embarks on a journey to get a taste of the reality of the workers who are part of his organization.
Bill Carstanjen’s odyssey commences at the Calder Race Course in Miami where he works with a trainer, Gillian and learns how to take proper care of the animals. However, the Churchill Downs COO initially seems to have a difficult time dealing with the moody animals which got accentuated given his fear of horses. Moreover, while working as just another regular employee of the corporation, Bill Carstanjen also gets to witness the sheer hard work and dedication with which the employees work every single day despite certain financial crunches that they have to face.
Next, the Churchill Downs COO was seen going Arlington Park Racetrack situated in Illinois, where he takes an attempt at bugling but success seems to elude him here. For the rest of the time, Bill Carstanjen gives a helping hand to Denise to clean the luxury suites at the racetrack. At the same time, last night’s episode of “Undercover Boss” also showcases few emotional moments for the Churchill Downs COO when he takes a closer look at the lives of his workers.
