Equestripreneur
The Community for Equine Industry Professionals
Tailored for instructors, trainers & barn managers;
Open to all equine business leaders.
Welcome to Equestripreneur, a community for equine business owners focused on Connection, Camaraderie, and Coaching. We are dedicated to supporting and empowering equestrian entrepreneurs to achieve their business goals and create a thriving equine industry. Our team is passionate about horses and business, and we are committed to helping you succeed. Join us in this journey as we work together to elevate the equine business community.
The
Equestripreneur
Mission
Connection | Camaraderie | Coaching
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At Equestripreneur, we believe in fostering growth and development within the equine business industry.
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Our mission is to provide a supportive and collaborative environment where equine entrepreneurs can learn, connect, and thrive.
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There are three ways to learn:
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Formal education
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Trial and error / Your own experience
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Ask an expert
The Equestripreneur Community is all about maximizing each of these ways of learning to guide you through the challenges of running an equine business and help you unlock your full potential. Become a member and ask the community, search through the blog and membership archives, or set up a 1:1 coaching session today.
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Whether you own a riding instruction or training business, veterinary or therapeutic business, software or services for the industry, or make products for horse and rider, we are here for you. Join us and be part of a vibrant community dedicated to the success of equine enterprises.
Kristin Bowers
Founder & Equine Business Leadership Coach
My passion for horses has been a lifelong journey. From my earliest days, I was captivated by them—whether it was being pushed in a stroller through local stables or spending every spare moment at the barn as a child. I took lessons in every discipline I could, joined 4H, devoured horse-related books, and cared for others' horses whenever the opportunity arose. This passion only deepened as I grew older.
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At 17, I was given my first horse, who accompanied me to college. There, I competed on, and eventually captained, my university's equestrian team. Summers were spent working as a wrangler on a guest ranch or at a local tack shop, while free time during the school year was filled with more learning from my trainer as a working student. Recognizing the need for a solid career to support my equine dreams, I studied Business Management and Accounting.
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My professional journey took me into the corporate world, where I gained extensive experience in accounting, marketing, human resources, and program development. Despite my corporate career, horses remained a central part of my life, and I continued to ride and learn as an amateur. My passion for continuous learning and entrepreneurship led me to earn an MBA in Marketing Strategy, a Professional in Human Resources certification, and an InnerMBA certificate.
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Over the years, while working and riding, I ventured into several entrepreneurial projects, each one teaching me valuable lessons. Eventually, I found success in building a beginner riding program, quickly growing it into a full-time business with a waiting list in just 10 months. The work was demanding but incredibly rewarding, and I established a strong community and reputation in the process.
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However, unforeseen challenges with my lesson horses led to the collapse of my business, teaching me the hard realities of building a business in the equine industry. This experience, though difficult, provided me with invaluable insights that I now use to help others. Today, I coach equine industry professionals, drawing on my hands-on experience and deep understanding of the industry to help you build a thriving business.
My mission is to support fellow equine industry practitioners and business owners in achieving their dreams, ensuring the horse industry remains vibrant and successful for generations to come.