Equine Network Acquires The Patriot Events
Equine Network continues to grow its Western Sports Group with the recent purchase of the Priefert Patriot in Fort Worth, Hooey Junior Patriot Program, the Patriot Las Vegas, the OE Reno Patriot, Patriot Cheyenne and the Patriot Select Performance Horse Sale. Albuquerque, New Mexico—Oct. 16, 2023 – Equine Network, LLC, a leading provider of best-in-class competitions, content, products and services to the equine community, purchased The Patriot, a series of team ropings, barrel races, youth rodeo competitions and a prestigious horse sale. The Patriot supports the growth of multiple rodeo-event disciplines with formats conducive to jackpot competitors of all levels. Its signature program, the Patriot Junior, offers the most well-attended and prestigious junior format in the industry, successfully promoting team roping, calf roping, breakaway roping, barrel racing, pole bending, goat tying and rough stock events. “By integrating The Patriot into Equine Network’s sophisticated data management system and coupled with interest and experiences at an all-time high in agricultural and equestrian related events, we anticipate that the event will continue to see explosive growth in the coming years,” Tom Winsor, CEO of Equine Network, LLC, said. “This new acquisition deepens our relationship within the Western equine community while adding to our fast-growing Western Sports Group.” With its strategic acquisitions within the equine industry, Equine Network has positioned itself as the world’s most valuable equine resource for riders and their horses. The group’s offerings including member-only competitions, roadside assistance, subscription-based products and online learning channels and proprietary legacy content brands and exclusive marketing channels. Equine Network will continue to build and acquire additional services and solutions to enable its current and future members to enjoy and participate in the equine industry more easily and fully. “Andrea and I are thrilled to see the future expansion of the Equine Network’s premier Western event programs with their addition of The Patriot,” said Kevin Hall, former CEO of the Patriot. “Equine Network’s event management expertise and leading software programs will enable The Patriot events to continue to grow and improve.” About Equine Network LLC Equine Network serves over 300,000 members through its data-driven recurring membership business delivering content, competition, commerce and community to the equine world, and those that do business in it. Visit equinenetwork.com.
Boyd Martin’s Ride Footage and Exclusive Commentary from the 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event Available Now on Practical Horseman OnDemand
Practical Horseman OnDemand has your chance to see the cross country and stadium courses from the iconic 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event through three-time Olympic eventer Boyd Martin’s eyes. Martin returns to the video training platform with ride footage and exclusive commentary from the U.S.’s most iconic three-day event. Viewers can ride along with Martin on both his 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day 5* contenders, the elite Tsetserleg TSF and up-and-coming star Contessa. In addition to a five-star rider’s view of both the cross country and stadium courses, Martin’s ride commentary gives viewers the unique opportunity to hear his thoughts on the course. “We were thrilled to partner with U.S. Equestrian to bring Boyd’s Kentucky JockeyCam rides to life,” said Sandra Oliynik, Equine Network’s English Content Director. “Now we’re going a step farther by sharing Boyd’s thoughts and strategies, stride-for-stride, as he tackled the cross country and show jumping tracks. His comments are educational and entertaining, in Boyd style.” Boyd Martin’s ride footage with commentary from the 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event is available exclusively on Practical Horseman OnDemand. About Boyd Martin Boyd Martin is one of the world’s leading international event riders and has had competitive success at every five-star across the globe. Boyd has represented the United States at three Olympic Games, four World Championships and two Pan American Games, including the 2019 Pan Ams where Boyd won double gold with Tsetserleg TSF. Boyd has consistently been in the top 10 world rankings since leaving Australia in 2007 and has been on every U.S. Championship team since 2010. About Practical Horseman OnDemand The top riders, trainers and professionals featured in Practical Horseman OnDemand’s training videos offer tips and valuable insights to help you improve your horsemanship, regardless of discipline or level. As a member, you’ll enjoy hundreds of how-to training videos and insider-access to private hunter, jumper, equitation and eventing clinics and lessons. You’ll also be able to watch exclusive interviews and lectures, slow-motion demonstrations and step-by-step tutorials taught by top-level pros. New content is always being rolled out, so there are always new videos available on the topics important to you! Join now for just $24.99/month and start streaming from any smart device. At the barn, from your couch or away at a show—watch and learn from anywhere with your Practical Horseman OnDemand membership. https://practicalhorsemanondemand.com/
Equine Network Announces New Partnership with Pink Buckle and Ruby Buckle
Equine Network continues to grow their Western Sports Group with the recent partnership with the Pink Buckle and Ruby Buckle barrel racing futurities. Albuquerque, NM—May 22, 2023 – Equine Network, LLC, a leading provider of best-in-class competitions, content, products and services to the equine community, is excited to announce the recent partnership with Pink Buckle and Ruby Buckle, a series of prestigious barrel racing competitions for horses sired by one of the Pink or Ruby Buckle Stallions. The Pink Buckle and Ruby Buckle barrel racing futurities are designed to dramatically increase the number and quality of barrel racing performance horses by promoting the Pink and Ruby Buckle stallions and their offspring. Consisting of four events, the Pink and Ruby Buckle events promise a combined total guaranteed payout of over $7 million dollars in 2023. “We’re excited to partner with the crown jewel of the barrel racing industry,” said Tom Winsor, CEO of Equine Network, LLC. “This new partnership deepens our relationship within the equine community while adding to our fast-growing Western Sports Group.” Equine Network’s partnership with the Pink Buckle and Ruby Buckle fits naturally with the company’s expansive growth plans, adding a new dimension to their robust Sports Group offerings. “We’ve been so thrilled with the success of the Pink and Ruby Buckle programs so far, said Chad Beus, this new partnership with Equine Network allows us to continue to grow and improve. We are always searching for ways to innovate and expand and working together with Tom and his team will accelerate our vision for the future.” With its strategic acquisitions within the equine industry, Equine Network has positioned itself as the world’s most valuable equine resource for riders and their horses. With offerings including member-only competitions, roadside assistance, subscription based products and online learning channels and other proprietary content, Equine Network will continue to build and acquire additional services and solutions to enable its current and future members to more easily enjoy and participate in the equine industry. About Equine Network LLC Equine Network serves over 300,000 members through its data-driven recurring membership business delivering content, competition, commerce and community to the equine world, and those that do business in it. Visit www.equinenetwork.com. About Growth Catalyst Partners Growth Catalyst Partners (GCP) is a middle market private equity firm focused on investing in information, marketing and tech-enabled services businesses. With combined experience of more than 40 years investing in and managing over 250 former and current mergers and acquisitions in its target sectors, GCP’s team offers strategic expertise to help their portfolio companies and limited partners create value. By partnering with existing management teams, GCP primarily targets investments in companies and sectors with strong growth potential through both organic initiatives as well as strategic acquisitions. For more information on Growth Catalyst Partners, visit www.growthcatalystpartners.com.
A Playground for Horses & People Too
The Central Coast of California has all the natural attributes that draw in the novice and the professional horsepersons alike. Its rolling hills with rows of wine grapes and ancient oaks is a place where settlers, visitors, and even their horses can have it all! Monty Roberts built his famous Thoroughbred farm here in 1966 and 56 years later he has now transformed the farm into a year round gathering place for some of the most talented horsepersons on earth. Roberts and other leading experts have been coming together annually at an event called The Movement to demonstrate & share their latest discoveries. The Movement is inspired by the love for horses, the ambition to impact their lives as positively as they impact ours and the belief that together we can drive positive change. The Movement launched in 2018 with the aim to create a one of a kind experience, uniting outstanding speakers and live demonstrations with horses to show the unprecedented difference horses can make across all aspects of life. Presenters and students will be gentling wild horses, teaching groundwork and trailer loading, and even riding a Mountain Trail course. From holistic health and hoof consults, to bodywork for your horse and for yourself, for the very first time, at The Movement 2022, VIP guests will be able to book a one-on-one private session with the presenters. Author and horse adventuress, Heather Wallace did a great job recalling the 2021 event here for Horse Illustrated magazine: https://www.horseillustrated.com/the-movement-2021-monty-roberts Attendees of the 2021 event will remember Starlight, the horse featured at The Movement as a work in progress to highlight the methods and the care that Monty and his team put in to these horses who have been formerly mistreated. From barn and business advice, to sharing stories, to a private Templeton Thompson concert, The Movement will take place June 17 and 18 at the beautiful Flag Is Up Farms in Solvang, California. New this year is the special addition of private sessions offered on Sunday June 19 for those who want hands-on learning from our presenters. The theme of Happiness, Health & Horses signals a time to get back outside and enjoy the wonderful attributes of our equestrian sport. Sponsors like HandsOnGloves.com, American Harvest Inc., Horse Radio Network and MontyRobertsUniversity.com have enjoyed the impact that the event has grown into. Jamie Jennings of Horses In the Morning, the longest running daily podcast on earth, has presented on all five years and has a great variety of talents. In 2020 the live stream of The Movement was even seen by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The Horse Radio Network and several of its shows will be well represented in June with hosts Glenn and Jennifer Hebert, Helena Harris, Dr. Wendy Ying DVM, Debbie Roberts Loucks and Jamie Jennings. Mark Bolender, founder of the International Mountain Trail Challenge Association (IMTCA) and creator of the Bolender Method™ will be teaching with his wife Lee and Sir Rugged Chex, known as Checkers, who was given the honor of becoming the first mountain trail horse to be turned into a Breyer Model Horse in 2020. Roberts has recently added a two-acre Bolender designed Mountain Trail to Flag Is Up Farms, creating the perfect opportunity for Mark Bolender to return and teach on it. He has added dates of June 20 and 21 for a clinic on Monty’s farm as well. From the newest barn concepts to practicing breathing and sharing stories, to a private Templeton Thompson concert, there is something for the horse and the horseperson that is unique to any other event. Group events take place over two days, June 17 and 18 and per popular demand individual sessions are offered on day 3, June 19th, where you can put all concepts to practice. This is a unique chance to work with Monty and many other experts in private sessions. Attendees can bring their own horse or practice with one of Monty’s Transition horses from the Monty Roberts Mustang & Transition Horse program that are being trained on Flag Is Up Farms and available for adoption. These sessions are only available to participants of The Movement and need to be booked in addition to two day tickets, detailed information is published here. The Movement Presenters 2022 Monty Roberts – Equine behavior expert & Join-Up Founder. Monty started listening to horses in 1942 and has won 11 World Championships across disciplines. He achieves all results with his non-violent training methods and has dedicated his life to teaching and evolving these methods. The Equine Industry Vision Award (EIVA) has now tapped Roberts as a finalist who exemplifies outstanding visionary achievement and sustained contributions that have made a profound impact on the equine industry. Monty is in the top four American Horse Publications’ finalists for the Equine Industry Vision Award, “recognizing ingenuity and service as well as the benefit to the equine industry by inspiring these qualities in others”. “For over 80 years, he has advocated for and demonstrated the many qualities of our equine partners and athletes.” Jamie Jennings – Winner of the 2021 The Right Horse Initiative’s Good People for Good Horses Trainer Award & Certified Instructor. Jamie also competes in 3 Day Eventing. Her favorite thing is transitioning horses off the racetrack to their second careers and gentling mustangs. Dr. Wendy Ying – DVM & Masters degree in Chinese Veterinary Medicine. Wendy has a great interest in sports medicine, pain management, neurology and rehabilitation. She also has a lifetime of horse experience and holds USEF national championship titles in both combined and pleasure driving. Mark Bolender – The nation’s leading horse expert in Mountain Trail. He is a three-time National Champion in the exhilarating sport of Mountain Trail, that combines the thrill of natural obstacles found on wilderness trails with top-notch horsemanship skills. Helena Harris – Managing Director of Stall and Stable & Co-founder of the Horse Radio Network. Helena brings over 25 years of horse experience and business expertise to the equestrian community and provides consulting services for equestrian professionals and private farm owners. Ada Gates – The first and only woman journeyman farrier of Thoroughbred horses in the nation. She inspects the shoes of every horse taking part in the Rose Parade. For information, visit https://montyroberts.com/movement/ For tickets, visit https://montyrobertsshop.com/collections/special-events/products/events-the-movement-2022 #montyroberts #gentlingwildhorses #wildhorse #adoptionhorse #rescuehorse #adoptdontshop #transitionhorse #horserescue #horserehab #savingwildhorses #feralhorse #mrthp #righthorse #adoptahorse Beautiful photos available upon request. MONTY ROBERTS AVAILABLE FOR SELECT INTERVIEWS: The New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned horse trainer Monty Roberts is available
Equine Network’s Horse Week Features Win Gold at the 2021 VETTY Awards
EquiManagement’s parent company Equine Network LLC scored two Gold awards for video in the 2021 VETTY Awards. Equine Network’s inaugural Horse Week brought to you by Boehringer Ingelheim had two features—”On Their Shoulders” brought to you by Equitarian Initiative and “The Making of a Champion” brought you by Boehringer Ingelheim—take home Gold Awards for the Website Consumer Video category at the 2021 VETTY Awards announced in January 2022. The VETTY Awards are the first and only animal health marketing awards competition with the goal of recognizing the dedication, intelligence and creativity of the North American animal health marketing teams and agencies. After a lengthy submission and judging period, the highest-scoring winners were revealed at the VMX Veterinary Meeting & Expo presented by The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC), January 15-18, 2022. Equine Network’s Horse Week is a week-long viewing experience that includes profiles of incredible equine athletes, equine storytelling that celebrates the horse-human bond, and heartwarming tales of horse heroics. In “On Their Shoulders,” viewers learn how the Equitarian Initiative and their network of veterinarians volunteers help provide basic healthcare to working horses, mules and donkeys all over the world. “The Making of a Champion” gives an up-close look at the hard work, dedication and science it takes to get high-performance horses ready to win. “Both ‘On Their Shoulders’ and ‘The Making of a Champion’ take viewers on an experience, showing them a new, interesting side of the equine world. Our team loved bringing such new and exciting experiences to our viewers,” said Mariah Hammerschmidt, supervising producer of Horse Week and Equine Network Video Project Manager. “It is an honor to have our Horse Week features recognized with wins at the VETTY Awards.” For more information about the Equine Network and Horse Week 2022, follow Equine Network on Facebook and Instagram or visit horseweek.tv to see all the videos and documentaries.
The Equine Network Continues Expansion: The Equine Network Acquires Leading Subscription Video on Demand Companies Roping.com and EventingTraining.com
Boulder, CO, May 6, 2021: The Equine Network (“Equine Network”), the market-leading tech-enabled membership services platform to the $130 billion U.S equine industry, today announced it has completed the acquisitions of two subscription video on demand (SVOD) companies, Roping.com and EventingTraining.com, along with other key domains to be developed. Terms of the transactions were not disclosed. Roping.com and EventingTraining.com are industry leading SVOD training platforms in the equestrian disciplines of team roping and eventing respectively, featuring databases of instructional videos from elite trainers and competitors, along with mobile apps, member-only communities, and access to feedback from world champion coaches. Roping.com and EventingTraining.com, along with other domains still in development, will augment Equine Network’s core SVOD platforms: Horse&Rider OnDemand, and Dressage Today OnDemand. These acquisitions position Equine Network to play a significantly greater role in continuing to connect equestrians of all disciplines with exclusive training resources, instruction and mentorship through bestin-class video and education platforms and mobile app technology. “These are fantastic add-ons to our current SVOD channels,” said Tom Winsor, CEO of the Equine Network. “They will help us round out our reach into all major sport horse disciplines.” The combined portfolio joins the rich content-creation capabilities and audience share of the largest equine-focused information and membership services company in the country, with a powerful and proven educational SVOD model that has generated incredible member growth. With the addition of Roping.com and EventingTraining.com, Equine Network provides instructional content to thousands of active subscribers across the equine industry. Equine Network’s other offerings include member-only competitions, roadside assistance, natural insect control, and other proprietary content. Equine Network will continue to build and acquire additional services and solutions to enable its current and future members to more easily enjoy and participate in the equine industry. “We’re very proud of what Roping.com and EventingTraining.com have become,” said Adam Toren, cofounder of the SVOD companies. “We’re excited for the Equine Network to expand their reach to more passionate ropers and eventers.” *** About Roping.com At Roping.com, our mission is to bridge the gap between world champion coaches and passionate team ropers. In addition to our evergreen library of 1,200+ videos and new mobile app, we continue to grow a private community in which ropers from around the world can learn from and build relationships with the best coaches in the world. Learn more at www.Roping.com. About EventingTraining.com Learn from the best eventers in the world. Bring your eventing skills to the next level with a growing database of 500+ training videos taught by the world’s greatest instructors. Learn more at www.EventingTraining.com. About The Equine Network The Equine Network’s membership services are designed to entertain, support and inform the equine community, and include unique tech-enabled services for horse owners, live equestrian competitions, innovative content, and engaging digital experiences. About Growth Catalyst Partners Growth Catalyst Partners (“GCP”) is a middle market growth equity firm focused on information, marketing, and tech-enabled services businesses. GCP’s strategy involves targeting growth segments of industries and identifying market-leading companies with breakout potential. GCP partners with top executives within those industries and provides capital and expertise to the incumbent management teams of the targeted businesses. GCP was founded by veteran private equity investor Jim TenBroek and leading investment banker Scott Peters, who have led hundreds of transactions and successful investments in services businesses for over 20 years. For more information, visit www.growthcatalystpartners.com.
