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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.

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.

By Christine Brune, September 29, 2019

Applications now available online for the 2020 AHP Student Award American Horse Publications knows all about students with a passion for horses and equine media. The AHP Student Award program, which began in 1993, was initiated to promote awareness to students of the career opportunities available in equine publishing media. “AHP’s involvement with students is …

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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.

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.

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.

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.

The Pursuit of Excellence Continues as Finalists Enter the Final Leg in the AHP Equine Media Awards

By Christine Brune, April 20, 2019

The announcement of award finalists ends the anticipation for 70 AHP members who have placed in the top five in one or more of the 63 classes in the 2019 AHP Equine Media Awards (EMA). 

By Christine Brune, April 2, 2019

American Horse Publications is pleased to announce Ruby Tevis and Lucile Vigouroux as the AHP Student Travel Award winners for 2019.

By Christine Brune, January 12, 2019

Nominations are now open for the 18th annual Equine Industry Vision Award. Sponsored by Zoetis and presented by American Horse Publications, the prestigious award is the first of its kind to showcase innovation across the entire equine market, as well as ingenuity and service.

By Christine Brune, January 7, 2019

The AHP Equine Media Awards annual contest offers members an opportunity to be recognized for excellence in 66 equine media classes covering journalism, visual media, multimedia, social media marketing and design.

AHP Members Partake in First-Ever Regional Workshop

By Megan Arszman, 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.

An Opportunity for Students to Reach their Dreams of a Career in Equine Media through the AHP Student Award Contest

By Christine Brune, November 3, 2018

“Attracting young people with a passion for horses and media is important to sustain our industry,” continues Brune. “This year, AHP has increased the Travel Award to $1,000 and extended the application deadline date.” AHP will promote the Student Award to colleges throughout the U.S. and via its social media channels and member publications.

Social Media Workshop Offered for AHP Equine Media Professionals and Business Owners in Lexington

By Christine Brune, October 2, 2018

The AHP Regional Workshop is now available to new members who sign up for a trial membership that includes the registration fee. AHP members in the Lexington, KY, area—or non-members who wish to join AHP at a special membership offer—will learn from “The No-Nonsense Guide to Social Media,” a one-day workshop to be held from …

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Learn Locally in Lexington with American Horse Publications’ First-Ever Regional Workshop

By Christine Brune, August 17, 2018

American Horse Publications (AHP) is going local in Lexington, Kentucky with its first-ever regional workshop scheduled for October 15, 2018.

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!” 

By Christine Brune, May 7, 2018

American Horse Publications has been on the hunt to find students with a passion for both horses and publishing since 1993. This year, the hunt discovered three young women who rose to the top of the judge’s list to become the 2018 AHP Student Award finalists. They have earned an opportunity to meet leading equine industry professionals and discuss career possibilities during the AHP Equine Media Conference.

Four Finalists Selected for the 2018 Equine Industry Vision Award

By Christine Brune, April 26, 2018

Zoetis and American Horse Publications (AHP) are proud to announce four finalists have been selected for the 2018 Equine Industry Vision Award. Sponsored by Zoetis, the Equine Industry Vision Award recognizes ingenuity and service as well as benefit to the equine industry by inspiring these qualities in others.

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).

By Christine Brune, January 22, 2018

Today American Horse Publications (AHP) launches its fourth Equine Industry Survey at www.ahphorsesurvey.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 April 1, 2018. The survey, which is hosted every three …

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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, April 26, 2017

Three students have risen to the top to become 2017 AHP Student Award finalists. They have earned an opportunity to meet leading equine industry professionals and discuss career possibilities during the AHP Equine Media Conference. Each Travel Award Winner will receive a $750 travel award to attend Saddle Up for Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona on June 15-17, 2017 for three days of educational sessions and related activities.

List of 2017 AHP Equine Media Awards Finalists Released

By Christine Brune, April 25, 2017

The wait is over. The finalists in the 2017 American Horse Publications Equine Media Awards (EMA) have been named.

By Christine Brune, April 3, 2017

Zoetis and American Horse Publications (AHP) are proud to announce four finalists have been selected for the 2017 Equine Industry Vision Award. They are: Tootie Bland, Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA), Dot Morgan, and Sydney Knott.

By Christine Brune, December 12, 2016

Nominations are now open for the 16th 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. Nominations due February 6, 2017

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 20, 2016

The anticipation is over. The finalists in the 2016 American Horse Publications Equine Media Awards (EMA) have been named.

Four Finalists Selected for 2016 Equine Industry Vision Award

By Christine Brune, April 18, 2016

Zoetis and American Horse Publications (AHP) are proud to announce four finalists have been selected for the 2016 Equine Industry Vision Award. Sponsored by Zoetis, the Equine Industry Vision Award is intended to recognize ingenuity and service as well as benefit the equine industry by inspiring these qualities in others.

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.

By Christine Brune, March 19, 2016

Today’s young people have a broad choice of career opportunities. Seeking students who have an interest in both horses and publishing can be challenging. However, every year since 1993, AHP has discovered talented candidates for its Student Award competition.

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).

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 and Theresa Fitzgerald, 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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Finalists Shine in Print and Online in American Horse Publications 2015 Awards Competition

By Christine Brune, April 23, 2015

AHP members seem to get better and better. That was the general feeling expressed by many of the 27 professionals who judged the 2015 AHP Annual Awards Contest for material published in 2014. Every member who participated in this year’s competition should be very proud of their work regardless of whether they made the list of 72 finalists.

By Christine Brune and Theresa Fitzgerald, 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 and Theresa Fitzgerald, 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, March 4, 2015

American Horse Publications is pleased to announce the three Student Travel Award winners for 2015…Victoria Dixie Crowe, Brenda Grobosky, and Taylor Renner

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, October 6, 2014

The 2015 AHP Student Internship Listings and applications are now available online at AHP Student Internship Program to college students who have an interest in horses and seek a career in equine publishing media. The AHP Student Internship Program is a great way to provide students with the resume-building experience that’s so critical to today’s job market. …

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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.