Networking and Vendor Market Supporting Women In Business at Saratoga Horse Shows
July 2, 2024 - Stillwater, NY
Photo by Dashing Paws Photography
The Saratoga Women In Business (WIB) Spectacular will be living up to its name on July 10-14, 2024, as it welcomes hundreds of horses and riders for World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) qualifying competition, holds divisions for hunters, jumpers, and equitation riders, as well as hosts an official Equestrian Businesswomen (EQBW) Networking Meet-Up party and “Supporting Women In Business” Vendor Market on Friday, July 12, at 3 p.m., in the Big Top Observation Tent.
The Saratoga WIB Spectacular, held at White Hollow Farm in Stillwater, NY, is the first-ever horse show created by women, operated by women, benefitting women’s health, and showcasing businesswomen throughout the equestrian industry and beyond.
The horse show competition will feature a new $15,000 Platinum Performance USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Regional Championship, $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby, $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby, $5,000 1.35m Welcome Stake, $25,000 Grand Prix, and more.
The Saratoga WIB Spectacular Show welcomes local and equestrian women-owned businesses to participate in a Vendor Market to meet horse show competitors and anyone interested in networking.
The Vendor Market and EQBW Meet-Up party will be held during the $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby, presented by Keyflow Feeds USA, which is always a fun spectator event and will begin at approximately 4 p.m. The afternoon will include:
• Wine Bar
• Light Bites
• Networking
• Shopping from incredible vendors
• Kids Stick Horse Egg and Spoon Race, called by professional racetrack caller Jessica Paquette
• Incredible gift basket giveaway
• Two rounds of top hunter derby competition
In addition to Friday’s activities, the horse show will host a judging clinic with trainer Jennifer Hinman and an ice cream social on Thursday, July 11, a breakfast buffet on Saturday morning, July 13, and a dedication of the new Winslow Grand Prix and celebration of life in memory of Leann Kelly, all held in the Big Top Observation Tent. Exhibitors, spectators, and any interested equestrians are welcome to join all of the WIB events for free.
Don’t miss the opportunity to engage in a fun afternoon, support women in business, and watch fantastic competition at the Saratoga Women In Business Show. Want to compete? Reach out now to secure stalls and show in a relaxed, fun environment with great awards.
For more information on the Vendor Market and EQBW Meet-Up, please contact Jennifer Connor at connor@eqbusinesswomen.com.
For more information on the Saratoga Horse Shows, visit www.saratogahorseshows.com.
About Saratoga Horse Shows
Now in its 26th year, Saratoga Horse Shows will offer nine USEF-rated competitions on the 2024 show calendar, along with an additional seven schooling show dates. Managed by Southbound Saratoga Management Group and held at White Hollow Farm in Stillwater, New York, Saratoga Horse Shows is situated on more than 100 acres and located eight miles from downtown Saratoga Springs. With eight large arenas featuring state-of-the-art drainage and all-weather performance footing, permanent and tented stabling, and turnout paddocks, it is the ideal place to show during the spring and summer months. Visit www.saratogahorseshows.com to learn more.
