Horseshoe Indianapolis has partnered with Echo Effect Arts Campus, located on East Washington Street in Shelbyville, on a few projects in 2023.

The casino and racetrack, in a joint effort, took another step this week to elevate their support for the organization with a $10,000 donation to the overall operations of the multi-faceted property.

“We strive to link our donations with organizations that do so much for the local community and Echo Effect fits that mold perfectly,” said Trent McIntosh, Senior Vice President and General Manager at Horseshoe Indianapolis. “Not only does Thurman (Adams) and his team provide valuable workspace, they bring a unique business to Shelby County with state-of-the-art recording equipment. Plus, their investment in a well-traveled corner of Shelbyville shows their commitment to the community. They have become part of the vast expansion movement going on in downtown Shelbyville.”

Adams, who is joined by his wife, Dawn, in the operations of Echo Effect, is a former chaplain for the Indiana Standardbred Association. In recent years, the couple has placed their focus on sharing their love of music and other forms of art with the creation of the new facility, offering classes for painting, music production, guitar lessons, and other projects associated with the arts. The facility also includes The Echo Chamber, a recording studio which is second to none in the area.

“When we started out, we wanted to make sure we not only had the best recording studio in the area, but we would rival anything you would find in places like Nashville,” said Adams. “Our son, Chase, is currently a drummer for The Frontmen and has made many connections over the years. As a result, we were able to secure top of the line microphones, editing equipment and sound machines to create the highest quality of music possible for our clients.”

As Echo Effect Arts Campus evolved into its role in the community as a source for arts related activities, a new need arose. The facility is now utilized by more than 40 local non-profit organizations needing meeting space, which has become a staple on the property’s schedule. They have hosted a few devotional nights for Horseshoe Indianapolis’ jockey colony through Track Chaplains Otto Thorwarth and Mickey Sajche.

“When we heard our horse racing community was utilizing Echo Effect for several of their outings, we knew it was a great way for us to get involved,” added Eric Halstrom, Vice President and General Manager of Racing. “Echo Effect Arts Campus is providing a much needed outlet for our horsemen’s groups and we are proud to partner with Thurman and his board in this endeavor.”

Horseshoe Indianapolis conducted a special check presentation Thursday to Adams, executive director, his wife, Dawn, a board member, and Bruce Harrell, treasurer of the board at Echo Effect. Representing Horseshoe Indianapolis was Trent McIntosh, Senior Vice President and General Manager, along with Eric Halstrom, Vice President and General Manager of Racing, and Director of Marketing Brian Lewis. The donation was a joint effort between casino and racing community giving projects for the 2023 calendar year.

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