Meet our Team

Our Team has Decades of experience in executive management in racetrack operations, racing offices and are well versed in the importance of safety for all. We look forward to serving as your proud partner in delivering safe surfaces and protocols for all industry participants.

Steve Andersen, the founder of DDESS, has a unique perspective on the thoroughbred industry. Not only does he have extensive experience in breeding, owning, and…

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Chief Executive Officer

From 1990 until 1999, he was president and ownership partner of TSNS, which was acquired by The Jockey Club as part of InCompass Solutions. He…

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Andre is the owner of Regard Law Group PLLC based in Lexington, Kentucky.   Andre represents clients in personal injury claims, business litigation, business transactions, consumer…

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Our Mission Statement

OUR MISSION:  Deliver reliable surfaces that meet the highest standards of consistency and are Defendable.

About our Team & Specialists

  • Full support team for technical support.
  • Dirt, Tapeta, Standardbred and Turf Specialists onboard.
  • Regional testing laboratories for material testing and the team to interpret the results.
  • Our numerous affiliated surface specialists with decades of experience delivering thoughtful and unbiased recommendations and solutions to help guide your team and ensure uniform and safe surfaces.
  • Experienced Public Relations guidance ensures a clear and decisive message related to the safety measures being taken.
  • Decades of Executive Management in Racetrack Operations, Racing Offices and well versed in the importance of safety for all.
  • Your proud partner in delivering safe surfaces and protocols for all.