EQUI-ASCEND
Unbridling Your Potential
December 3, 2023
Sierra Downs Sporthorse Farm
32653 Giboney Road
Hempstead, TX 77445
TENTATIVE AGENDA
December 3, 2023
Sierra Downs Sporthorse Farm
32653 Giboney Road
Hempstead, TX 77445
COFFEE & INTRODUCTIONS
8:00 - 9:00 am
Bring your business cards and your elevator speech! Don't have these ready? Introduce yourself to others and ask them how they got started with their professional endeavors.
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Excluded from virtual sessions.
SAFETY MANAGEMENT:
EMERGENCY ACTION MANAGEMENT
9:00 - 9:45 am
Presented by: Colleen Akin, ATC
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Equestrian Emergency Action Planning with Certified Athletic Trainer and former EMT, Colleen Akin.
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Often times protocols are established and enforced after a tragic incident. In this lecture, you will learn how to prepare your facility before a critical situation with a structured Emergency Action Plan specifically tailored to the needs of an equestrian facility.
HUMAN PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT:
INJURY PREVENTION
10:00 - 10:45
Presented by: Dr. Andrew Shea, PT, DPT, CSCS
Dr. Andrew Shea is a Physical Therapist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with an extensive background in sports medicine, physical therapy, and training through his college and post graduate careers and education. He also has a unique background working with equestrian athletes, particularly NFR qualifying and PRCA athletes. His experience includes training and treating all levels of athletes from youth to professional.
EQUESTRIAN WELLNESS MANAGEMENT:
ACHIEVING REALISTIC WHOLESOME WELLNESS
11:00 - 11:45 am
Presented by: Abby Share, PT, DPT, COMT, CERT, CEMT
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Dr. Abby Share is a Physical Therapist, Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist, Certified Equine Massage Therapist, and Certified Equine Rehabilitation Therapist. She has had a passion for horses her entire life learning and competing in multiple different equestrian sports, from schooling shows to rodeo. Dr. Share has brought her passion for horses and healing together to form her company EquiFitness, which focuses on the overall wellness of both horse and rider as a team.
LUNCH & NETWORKING
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Lunch is served! We are going to push your networking boundaries with an engaging networking activity to give you practice with your personal and professional brand. You'll also have this opportunity to showcase your professional endeavors.
Excluded from virtual sessions.
FINANCIAL WELLBEING:
RISK MANAGEMENT & CONTINGENCY PLANNING
1:45 - 2:00 pm
Presented by: Natalie Masin, CFA, CPA/ABV, CDFA
Nat is a passionate financial consultant with extensive experience in accounting, finance, and strategic growth. Her focus lies in the value creation cycle, realizing value creation plans for her clients founded in data-driven decision-making and empowerment. She's well-versed in the art and science of operational finance, deals, strategy, change management, and transformation. As an ardent thought leader, Nat thrives in guiding businesses through transitions and growth. She takes pride in mentoring the next generation of value creation specialists and financial leaders.
CAPSTONE PANEL DISCUSSION:
PROFESSIONALISM & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
2:30 - 4:00 pm
Panelists:
John Mason, Head Trainer of Tex-Over Farms
Katja Auer, MA, MBA, CMIP, EDO
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Moderated by Natalie Masin
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John has been the head trainer at Tex-Over Farms in Conroe, Texas, since 2013. He is a licensed Bereiter, USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist, US Dressage Finals Champion at Training Level Open and Reserve Champion at First Level Open, and has received Houston Dressage Society’s year-end awards at every level from Training to Intermediare I.