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By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

LEXINGTON, KY (Dec. 19, 2024) – Keeneland has supplemented six horses – including multiple stakes winner Kloepatra, who is carrying her first foal by Life Is Good – to the 2025 January Horses of All Ages Sale. The auction, which will cover three sessions from Jan. 13-15, 2025, also includes broodmare prospects, newly turned yearlings, …

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By Christy Jenkins, December 3, 2024

Apply for the 2025 AHP Equine Media Student Award and start paving the way to the career of your future. Applications Due January 31, 2025 High school seniors and undergraduate college students under 25 are eligible to enter the 2025 AHP Equine Media Student Award. American Horse Publications will present two applicants with a travel …

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By Amy Sales, December 3, 2024

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 (Columbus, Ohio) – There are certainly benefits to youth sports. They impart valuable life lessons and promote good health. But as any parent of a young athlete will attest, it can also be a major drain on household resources and finances. Before their budding young athlete even steps foot on a …

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By Christy Jenkins, December 2, 2024

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA December 2, 2024 — Nominations are open for the 24th annual Equine Industry Vision Award. Sponsored by Zoetis, the prestigious award is the first of its kind to showcase innovation across the entire equine market, as well as ingenuity and service. Award nominees may include individuals or organizations. Candidates may be considered for …

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By Christy Jenkins, September 16, 2024

Charlottesville, Virginia, September 13, 2024 – American Horse Publications is excited to announce Dallas, Texas as the destination for its 2025 Equine Media Conference, to be held May 15-17, 2025, at the Doubletree Galleria Dallas. “The board of directors of AHP is really excited about next year’s venue,” explained AHP president Barrie Reightler. “We are …

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By Amy Sales, July 15, 2024

Have you logged in lately? On July 1, AHP transitioned to a new membership database. Members can visit the same website and access the same benefits. However, the new database requires that members create a new login for their first visit after June 30. Have questions? Contact staff at amy.sales@easterassociates.com.

By Katie Navarra, April 10, 2024

After an intensive year-long search, AHP is proud to announce that Easter Associates, Inc., a renowned full-service association management firm based in Charlottesville, Virginia, has been selected as Chris Brune’s successor to lead AHP into the future.

AHP Announces the 2024 Equine Media Awards Finalists

By Christine Brune, April 5, 2024

The eagerly awaited announcement of the finalists is over for 78 members who entered 453 entries in the annual AHP Equine Media Awards competition that recognizes excellence in content published in 2023.

By Christine Brune, March 25, 2024

Student Travel Award winners Paige Brandon and Taleen Hanna compete for the 2024 AHP Equine Media Student Award Winner title at the AHP Return to Horse Country Conference, May 16-18, in Lexington, Kentucky.

Piper Klemm Named 2024 AHP Equine Media NextGen Award Winner

By Christine Brune, March 24, 2024

The AHP Equine Media NextGen Award recognizes up-and-coming working equine media professionals who have made a significant impact in advancing equine media while upholding journalistic excellence, integrity and trust in a competitive communications world. This distinguished award is a unique opportunity to publicly recognize young equine media professionals whose commitment, dedication, and service have made their careers shine above the rest.

AHP Members Prepare to Enter the 2024 Equine Media Awards

By Christine Brune, January 29, 2024

The 2024 AHP Equine Media Awards (EMA) for content published in 2023 gets underway with the release of the 2024 contest rules and class lists for AHP Media Industry, Media Professional, and Business members.

Nomination Period is Open for 2024 Equine Industry Vision Award

By Judy Lincoln, January 3, 2024

Nominations are open for the 23rd annual Equine Industry Vision Award. Sponsored by Zoetis, the prestigious award is the first of its kind to showcase innovation across the entire equine market, as well as ingenuity and service.

Award nominees may include individuals or organizations. Candidates may be considered for a single outstanding visionary achievement or sustained outstanding contributions that have profoundly impacted the equine industry. Anyone can be nominated, re-nominated, or may nominate a candidate for the award.
Nominations are due February 2, 2024.

By Judy Lincoln, November 6, 2023

High school seniors and undergraduate college students under 25 are eligible to enter the 2024 AHP Equine Media Student Award. American Horse Publications will present two applicants with a travel award of $1,000 to attend the 2024 AHP Equine Media Conference in Lexington, Kentucky, May 16-18, 2024. Deadline is January 30. 2024.

Message from the AHP President

By Christine Brune, November 1, 2023

Longtime AHP Executive Director Christine Brune announces her retirement.

A member since the mid-1970s when she was editor of Eastern/Western Quarter Horse Journal, Chris began serving as Executive Director in 1992.

By Christine Brune, June 24, 2023

Elections for the AHP Board of Directors were held on June 24, 2023, at the General Membership Meeting during the Meet at the Mesa Conference, Tempe, Arizona. Three new directors, Jennifer Bryant, Diana De Rosa, and Keith Dane, were added to the board. Emily Dulin was re-elected to a three-year term.

AHP Announces 2023 Equine Media Student Award Winner in Tempe

By Judy Lincoln, June 23, 2023

Josie Mac Fladager, a senior at Tarleton State University, majoring in Agricultural communications with an equine science certification, became the 32nd student to claim the title of AHP Equine Media Student Award Winner.  

By Christine Brune, June 23, 2023

Zoetis, in partnership with American Horse Publications (AHP), presented the Equine Industry Vision Award to Nathaniel White, DVM, DACVS at the AHP Equine Media Conference in Tempe, Arizona.

AHP Shines the Light on 2023 Equine Media NextGen Award Winner, Kimberlyn Beaudoin

By Judy Lincoln, June 23, 2023

The AHP Equine Media NextGen Award recognizes individuals between the ages of 25 and 35 who have made a significant impact in advancing equine media while upholding journalistic excellence, integrity, and trust in a competitive communications world. AHP is proud to announce the 2023 winner, Kimberlyn Beaudoin.

By Christine Brune, May 19, 2023

Zoetis to recognize the 2023 winner at AHP Equine Media Conference in Tempe, Arizona on June 23.

AHP Names 61 Finalists in 2023 Equine Media Awards

By Christine Brune, May 1, 2023

One of the most anticipated events during the annual AHP Equine Media Conference is Saturday night’s Awards Dinner and Presentations at the Meet at the Mesa Conference in Tempe, Arizona. On June 24, 2023, the wait will be over for 61 finalists recognized for excellence in the material they published in 2022.

AHP Welcomes Carol Aldridge as 2023 Conference Management Director

By Christine Brune, March 31, 2023

American Horse Publications is pleased to welcome Carol Aldridge of Equine Office Solutions as their 2023 Conference Management Director. Her diverse skills and expertise will serve as valuable assets to this year’s conference as she works alongside Executive Director, Chris Brune, to assist in managing the event’s many logistics.

AHP Launches its 2023 Search for Equine Media Excellence

By Christine Brune, January 27, 2023

The 2023 AHP Equine Media Awards (EMA) for material published in 2022 gets underway with the release of the 2023 contest rules and class lists for AHP Media Industry, Media Professional, and Business members.

Nomination Period is Open for 2023 Equine Industry Vision Award

By Judy Lincoln, January 13, 2023

Nominations are now open for the 22nd annual Equine Industry Vision Award. Sponsored by Zoetis and presented by AHP, the prestigious award is the first of its kind to showcase innovation across the entire equine market, as well as ingenuity and service.

AHP Equine Media Student Award Turns Dreams into Reality

By Judy Lincoln, November 3, 2022

Reagan Smollen, a senior at the University of West Virginia, majoring in Animal Science and Nutrition, became the 31st student to claim the title of AHP Equine Media Student Award Winner in 2022. She represents a long list of students who have found career opportunities in equine media.

By Christine Brune, July 18, 2022

Elections for the AHP Board of Directors were held on May 14th at the General Membership Meeting during the Back to the Bluegrass Conference in Lexington, Kentucky. Two new directors, Emily Marquez-Dulin and Milt Toby, were added to the board. The 2022-2023 board members include: Whitney Allen, Jennifer Denison, Emily Dulin, Emily Esterson, Jeremy McGovern, Katie Navarra,  Jennifer Paulson, Barrie Reightler, Larri Jo Starkey, Milt Toby, and Pat Trowbridge.

Dr. Billy Smith Named 2022 Equine Industry Vision Award Winner

By Christine Brune, May 13, 2022

Zoetis, in partnership with American Horse Publications (AHP), presented the Equine Industry Vision Award to Dr. Billy Smith at the AHP Equine Media Conference in Lexington, Kentucky. 

By Kelly Nicholls, April 22, 2022

Horseware Ireland’s newest ‘Through It All’ Global Campaign launches with a compelling short film featuring heartfelt insights and experiences from Steve Guerdat  “When I sit on a horse, I want to become one with the horse… So that I know what he needs the day I need him the most.” – Steve Guerdat Watch Steve’s …

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By Kim Miller, April 21, 2022

As a science-backed horse health company, Haygain is honored to sponsor the Monday, April 25 Sport Horse Podcast episode focusing on cardiorespiratory challenges in sport horses. Prominent international veterinarian, Emmanuelle van Erck Westergren is the episode’s expert. Dr. Westergren is a leader in harnessing science in service to horse health. She is a long-time advocate …

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The Wait is Over! AHP Names Equine Media Awards Finalists for 2022

By Christine Brune, April 11, 2022

Earning an award for excellence in equine media has been a goal of AHP members since 1976. This year, 36 Publishing Media members, 17 Media Professional members, and 14 Business members have advanced to the top five in one or more of the 52 classes. Submissions for the 2022 Equine Media Awards for material published in 2021 totaled 583 entries from 102 AHP members.

By Christine Brune, March 31, 2022

One of the four finalists will become the 21st recipient of the Equine Industry Vision Award. The award recognizes ingenuity and service to the equine industry by inspiring these qualities in others. The 2022 finalists include Monty Roberts, Dr. Billy Smith, Trafalgar Square Books, and Dr. Nathaniel White DVM MS DACVS. Zoetis to honor the winner at AHP Equine Media Conference in Lexington on May 13.

By Judy Lincoln, March 17, 2022

Sydney Carter and Reagan Smollen were selected as the 2022 AHP Equine Media Student Award finalists. The two college students will travel to the AHP Equine Media Conference in Lexington, where the 2022 winner will be named. The AHP Student Award program has provided an invaluable source of media talent since its start in 1993.

By Judy Lincoln, March 16, 2022

Emily Ratcliff and Aimee Robinson share the spotlight as 2022 AHP Equine Media NextGen Award Winners. This award recognizes individuals between the ages of 25 and 35 who have made a significant impact in advancing equine media while upholding journalistic excellence, integrity, and trust in a competitive communications world.

AHP Loves Students. Extends Deadline to February 14 for the 2022 AHP Equine Media Student Award

By Christine Brune, January 26, 2022

AHP loves students and extends the deadline to Valentine’s Day, February 14 for the AHP Equine Media Student Award. Applicants are required to email a completed application form plus additional required information by February 14, 2022. Eligible students may access guidelines and an application on the AHP website.

By Christine Brune, January 19, 2022

The 2022 AHP Equine Media Awards (EMA) for material published in 2021 gets underway this month with the release of the 2022 annual contest rules and class lists for Publishing Media, Media Professionals, and Business members.

By Judy Lincoln, November 15, 2021

Nominations are now open for the 21st annual Equine Industry Vision Award presented by American Horse Publications and sponsored by Zoetis. The prestigious award is the first of its kind to showcase innovation, ingenuity, and service across the entire equine industry. Nominators must submit all entry materials electronically on or before February 4, 2022. Nomination information: https://www.americanhorsepubs.org/equine-industry-vision-award/

By Judy Lincoln, October 25, 2021

American Horse Publications introduced the 2021 winners of the AHP Equine Media Student Award and AHP Equine Media NextGen Award on Friday, September 17, at the AHP Back in the Saddle Conference in Irving, Texas.

By Judy Lincoln, October 18, 2021

This year, the AHP Student Fund Auction went online after 27 years of holding a silent auction during the annual conference. The online version expanded the opportunity for AHP members to submit donations for bid and purchase items online.

By Christine Brune, October 12, 2021

American Horse Publications (AHP) members gathered in Texas to rekindle friendships, make new contacts, get motivated, and cheer the 2021 AHP Equine Media Award winners for material published in 2020. The EMA announcements are one of the most anticipated events held during the annual conference.

Breyer Horses Honored for Outstanding Leadership and Innovation Within the Equine Industry

By Christine Brune, September 17, 2021

Breyer, a division of Reeves International was named the recipient of the 20th Annual Equine Industry Vision Award. Breyer, which celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2020, is the world’s leading brand of horse-inspired toys, gifts, collectibles, and live events.

By Christine Brune, July 26, 2021

Coming on the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 AHP Equine Industry Survey can serve as an important benchmark in the health of the equine industry now and in the future.

By Christine Brune, June 1, 2021

American Horse Publications announces finalists in 2021 Equine Media Awards. Earning an award for excellence in equine media has been a goal of AHP members since 1976. Of the 98 participants who entered, 66 have moved forward to placing in the top five in one or more of the 56 classes in the 2021 AHP Equine Media Awards.

By Christine Brune, May 13, 2021

Breyer® Horses, Keith Dane, Monty Roberts and Linda Tellington-Jones named finalists for the 2021 Equine Industry Vision Award sponsored by Zoetis and presented by American Horse Publications. Winner announced September 17 at AHP Equine Media Conference in Irving, Texas.

By Judy Lincoln, April 24, 2021

American Horse Publications continued effort to mentor students interested in a career in equine media has resulted in a long list of talented young professionals. Haylie Kerstetter and Hannah Waroway have added their names to the list as the 2021 AHP Equine Media Student Travel Award recipients.

By Judy Lincoln, April 5, 2021

2021 AHP Equine Media NextGen Award recipients Catie Staszak and Tori Repole rose to the top in a field of nine nominations that represent the amazing talent in the equine media industry today.

By Christine Brune, January 18, 2021

American Horse Publications (AHP) launches its fifth Equine Industry Survey at www.ahpequineindustrysurvey.com. Horse owners who live in the United States, are 18 years of age and older, and who currently own or manage at least one horse are invited to complete the survey by March 30, 2021.

By Judy Lincoln, December 21, 2020

Nominations are open for the 20th annual Equine Industry Vision Award presented by American Horse Publications and sponsored by Zoetis since its inception. To request a nomination ballot, contact Judy Lincoln at ahorsepubs2@aol.com. All entry materials are due Feb. 5, 2021.

By Judy Lincoln, November 18, 2020

Applicants for the 2021 AHP Equine Media Student Award must be seniors in high school or an undergraduate matriculated* college student under the age of 25, pursuing a career in equine media during the 2020-2021 school year, with at least one semester remaining before graduation at the time of application. You must have a 2.00 GPA or higher and US or  Canada residents.

By Christine Brune, October 30, 2020

American Horse Publications (AHP) announces the inaugural AHP Equine Media NextGen Award which will be presented annually to up-and-coming working equine media professionals who have made a significant impact in advancing equine media while upholding journalistic excellence, integrity, and trust in a competitive communications world.

By Christine Brune, September 23, 2020

AHP is known as a friendly organization that embraces new members and makes them feel part of the family immediately. Tony Chamblin took that on as his personal mission while both AHP president from 1974 to 1976 and its executive director from 1977 to 1983.

By Christine Brune, May 30, 2020

The 2020 Equine Media Awards competition for material published in 2019 was judged by 20 professionals and included 54 classes, 731 entries, and 111 contestants. The complete results are available online in the awards program (PDF format) and video of the winning entries at http://www.americanhorsepubs.org/ahp-awards-contest/

By Christine Brune, May 29, 2020

Zoetis and American Horse Publications (AHP) announced Barbra Schulte as the recipient of the 2020 Equine Industry Vision Award. “I’m incredibly grateful and honored to be recognized for the work I’ve done throughout my career,” Schulte said. “Seeing the lightbulb and joy people experience when they realize what is truly possible for them is the most rewarding part of my career. This award is about having a vision, and I’m humbled that my peers in the equine industry view me as a visionary.”

By Christine Brune, April 17, 2020

The release of the finalists in the Equine Media Awards is anticipated by AHP members every year. Of the 111 participants who entered their best material published in 2019, 70 moved forward to placing in the top five in one or more of the 56 classes in the 2020 AHP Equine Media Awards (EMA). The results of the Equine Media Awards will be announced online on May 30, 2020 and a presentation video will be available to view the winning entries. Congratulations to this year’s finalists!

By Christine Brune, April 16, 2020

AHP and Zoetis congratulate the four finalists named for the 2020 Equine Industry Vision Award: Breyer Horses, Roxanne Durant, Monty Roberts, and Barbra Schulte. The 19th Equine Industry Vision Award winner will be announced on May 29 in a video presentation rather than at the 2020 AHP Equine Media Conference in Lexington, Kentucky, which was cancelled due to the global pandemic.

By Christine Brune, April 3, 2020

The AHP Equine Media Conference was cancelled for 2020 after the Lexington hotel was unable to host the event in May due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is disappointing news for an association celebrating its 50th anniversary. Through the years, AHP has always created an atmosphere of friendship and mentorship, largely due to our common bond of horses and media. We look forward to planning the next conference in Texas scheduled for May 20-22, 2021.

By Christine Brune, March 11, 2020

The AHP Student Award Program has provided equine media students with opportunities to meet and network with leading media professionals, businesses and publications for over 25 years. Ruby Tevis of Kentucky and Shelby Agnew of Michigan are named the 2020 AHP Student Travel Award winners and will attend the Equine Media Conference in Lexington on May 28-30.

Equine Media Pursues Excellence in AHP’s 50th Year

By Christine Brune, January 6, 2020

The Equine Media Awards is open to AHP members only and offers a Publishing Media Division for publications and media professionals as well as a Business Division for equine-related businesses, nonprofit organizations, and colleges.

Nominations Open for the 2020 Equine Industry Vision Award

By Christine Brune, December 4, 2019

Nominations are now open for the 19th annual Equine Industry Vision Award. Sponsored by Zoetis since its inception, the prestigious award is the first of its kind to showcase innovation across the entire equine market, as well as ingenuity and service. Nomination deadline date is February 5, 2020.

Visual Storytelling and Takeaway Tips Made the AHP Regional Workshop a Hit with Attendees

By Christine Brune, October 21, 2019

“It’s all about telling a story. High tech and super quality are secondary.” Scott Moore

The 23 attendees at AHP’s second regional workshop in Lexington arrived early at The Club at UK’s Spindletop Hall on October 7, prepared for a full day of learning and advice from award-winning professional videographer Scott Moore.

American Horse Publications’ Second Regional Workshop in Lexington, Kentucky to Focus on “Video Best Practices for Equine Brands and Media”

By Christine Brune, September 1, 2019

“The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice.” American Horse Publications (AHP) members will be taking these words from bestselling author Brian Herbert to heart when they choose to attend the second AHP Regional Workshop in Lexington, KY on October 7, 2019.

Lucile Vigouroux Named 2019 AHP Student Award Winner

By Christine Brune, August 21, 2019

“I was motivated and inspired by the accomplished professionals who I met and formed a lasting friendship with my fellow Student Award finalist, Ruby Tevis,” says Vigouroux. “The AHP Student Travel Award funded my trip to the conference, which turned out to be incredibly enriching for my professional development.”

By Christine Brune, July 25, 2019

Three AHP members were elected to the 2019-2020 Board of Directors at the general membership meeting held on June 1, 2019 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The addition of these new directors brings the board up to a full slate of 12 and will infuse new talent to assist with directing the association into the new decade.

The Pursuit of Excellence Continues as AHP Honors the Equine Media Awards Winners

By Christine Brune, July 23, 2019

American Horse Publications proves its #EquineMediaStrong as the association recognizes it’s members for excellence at the 2019 AHP Equine Media Awards.

Four Visionaries Selected as Finalists for the 2019 Equine Industry Vision Award

By Christine Brune, May 1, 2019

Zoetis and American Horse Publications (AHP) are proud to announce four finalists for the 2019 Equine Industry Vision Award: Certified Horsemanship Association, Dr. Tom Lenz, Monty Roberts, and The Right Horse Initiative.

AHP Members Partake in First-Ever Regional Workshop

By Megan Arszman and Christine Brune, November 19, 2018

American Horse Publications (AHP) members gathered in Lexington on October 15 at The Club at UK’s Spindletop Hall, in Lexington, Kentucky, for its first-ever regional workshop.

By Christine Brune, August 6, 2018

“The 2018 AHP Equine Industry Survey builds upon the 2009-2010, 2012, and 2015 surveys to help understand the trajectory of the equine industry,” reports Dr. Jill Stowe, Ph.D. who has provided consultation and data analysis services to AHP for all four of the AHP Equine Industry Surveys. She shares five main results conclusions that can be drawn from this year’s study.

Emily Holowczak Named 2018 AHP Student Award Winner

By Christine Brune, June 15, 2018

“I had such a wonderful time meeting new people, exploring career opportunities and developing my journalistic skills,” says Emily Holowczak about her experience at the AHP Equine Media Conference in Hunt Valley. “Winning the Student Award was just the icing on the cake!” 

The Hunt for Excellence is Complete and the Finalists Named in the AHP Equine Media Awards

By Christine Brune, April 17, 2018

The announcement of award finalists ends two-months of anticipation for the 75 AHP members who have learned they placed in the top five in one or more of 64 classes in the 2018 AHP Equine Media Awards (EMA).

AHP Equine Media Awards Winners Soared Like the Temperatures in Scottsdale

By Christine Brune, August 5, 2017

Temperatures that rose high enough to close the Phoenix airport were not the only thing that soared during the American Horse Publications Equine Media Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. The finale of the three-day event is the announcement of the 2017 Equine Media Awards winners for material published in 2016. This year’s awards competition was judged by 23 professionals and included 64 classes, 783 entries, and 105 contestants, of which 71 were finalists. 

By Christine Brune, June 23, 2017

Sydney Knott, founder, president and CEO of Horses4Heroes, was named the recipient of the 2017 Equine Industry Vision Award.

By Christine Brune, October 25, 2016

American Horse Publications has opened its doors for the 2017 membership year, and there has never been a better time to join. For the past 47 years, American Horse Publications has provided exceptional marketing, networking and educational benefits, and when you become a member you’re instantly connected to the nearly 500 equine publishers, business owners, associations, students and freelancers who comprise their membership.

By Christine Brune, September 4, 2016

Judy Lincoln’s can do attitude and contagious enthusiasm for AHP and its members shows she’s got the spirit. Lincoln was surprised with the 2016 AHP Chris Brune Spirit Award at the Special Awards Luncheon on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at the “May the Horse Be with You” Seminar in Orlando, Florida.

American Horse Publications Membership Can Benefit Your Equine Business or Career

By Christine Brune, August 1, 2016

American Horse Publications (AHP) has united equine-related publishing media, businesses, professionals, colleges, and students for nearly 50 years and here is your chance to join at the half year rate. Half year membership is available from July 1 through December 31 to new members. Rates are based on half the cost of annual dues for the eligible membership category. Membership will renew at the annual rate.

Jennifer Bryant Honored as AHP Champion in 2016

By Christine Brune, July 11, 2016

Jennifer Bryant was recognized as the freelancers’ champion at her induction into the AHP Circle of Champions during the AHP annual seminar in Orlando, Florida on June 18, 2016.

AHP Equine Media Awards Presents its Galaxy of Stars for 2016

By Christine Brune, June 18, 2016

American Horse Publications presents the 2016 equine media stars for material published in 2015 at the AHP “May the Horse Be with You” Seminar in Orlando, Florida

Ema Klugman Selected 2016 AHP Student Award Winner

By Christine Brune, June 17, 2016

Ema Klugman became the 2016 AHP Student Award Winner on June 17, 2016 during the AHP May the Horse Be with You Seminar in Orlando, Florida. She is a cum laude graduate from the Maret School in Washington, DC and starts her freshman year at Duke University in August 2016.

Zoetis and AHP Celebrate the Winner of the 2016 Equine Industry Vision Award

By Christine Brune, June 17, 2016

Gary L. Carpenter honored for outstanding leadership and innovation Gary L. Carpenter, commissioner and CEO of the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA), was named the recipient of the 15th Annual Equine Industry Vision Award. Zoetis, in partnership with American Horse Publications (AHP), presented the award to Carpenter on June 17, 2016 at the AHP seminar …

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By Christine Brune, April 6, 2016

Seminar sponsorships provide members with an opportunity to attend one of the most affordable two-day seminars in the publishing industry. Sponsor support and involvement in the association has not only built a partnership with these horse industry businesses, but have also built a relationship as part of the AHP membership.

AHP Annual Awards Contest Gets a New Name and Several New Classes for 2016

By Christine Brune, January 15, 2016

American Horse Publications announces that its annual awards competition for members-only has a brand new name. Starting with the 2016 award contest for material published in 2015, the competition has been renamed to the AHP Equine Media Awards (EMA).

American Horse Publications Board Members Meet in Scottsdale

By Christine Brune, October 26, 2015

The board of directors of American Horse Publications had its annual board meeting on October 21-22 in Scottsdale, Arizona. One full day was dedicated to planning for the 2016 Seminar in Orlando, Florida, June16-18. A total of 12 board members attended the meeting from across the United States and included freelance writers and photographers, editors, publishers and more, all with an equine focus.

By Christine Brune, July 25, 2015

Two outstanding women were recognized for their distinguished service to American Horse Publications and inducted into the AHP Circle of Champions during the AHP annual seminar in San Antonio, Texas, on June 20, 2015.

By Christine Brune, June 20, 2015

Anyone who knows Cheryl Erpelding, knows she’s a cheerleader for AHP and a perfect choice for this award. The AHP Chris Brune Spirit Award was the brainchild of the 2015 AHP Champion, Deborah Taylor, who saw the award as a way of recognizing the efforts of members other than the Board of Directors. She hoped …

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American Horse Publications Members Honored for Excellence in Equine Publishing Media

By Christine Brune, June 20, 2015

Members of American Horse Publications claimed 192 honors on Saturday, June 20 as the long-anticipated results of the AHP Annual Awards Contest for material published in 2014 were announced. This year’s competition was judged by 27 professionals and included over 60 classes, 837 entries, and 115 contestants, of which 72 were finalists.

By Christine Brune, June 19, 2015

  Lifelong equine wellness educator honored for leadership and innovation Gayle Ecker, director of Equine Guelph, was named the recipient of the 14th annual Equine Industry Vision Award. Zoetis, in partnership with American Horse Publications (AHP), presented the award to Ecker at the AHP Seminar in San Antonio, Texas. The Equine Industry Vision Award is …

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By Christine Brune, April 9, 2015

Zoetis (formerly Pfizer Animal Health) has a long history partnering with American Horse Publications on programs that have benefited both the horse industry and equine publishing. This year, Zoetis will sponsor the prestigious awards banquet which serves as the prelude to the announcement of the winners in the AHP Annual Awards Contest. The awards presentations …

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By Christine Brune, April 7, 2015

Zoetis and American Horse Publications are proud to announce that a winner has been selected to receive the 2015 Equine Industry Vision Award. Sponsored by Zoetis, the award is intended to recognize innovation, leadership and service.  This year, a record-breaking number of 25 nominations were received. “A nomination for the Equine Industry Vision Award is …

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By Christine Brune, January 22, 2015

American Horse Publications (AHP) launches its third Equine Industry Survey to gauge participation trends and management practices in the U.S. equine industry, identify critical issues facing the equine industry as perceived by those who own or manage horses, and better understand issues pertaining to horse health.

By Christine Brune, June 2, 2014

Sponsorships play a supportive role in providing attendees with an opportunity to learn from professional speakers as well as experience special events. To encourage better communication and build relationships with equine media, AHP sponsors must also be members of the association. Multiple opportunities to network and share ideas create an environment which develops partnerships, increases business, and improves journalism.