New Heights
The draw of the Washington
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Archie Cox and Karen Healey Are On the Road East, Again
Archie and Karen also have travel so far. “We ship 3000 miles
H something else in common. They and we can’t go home to our farms
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are both on the WIHS Board. “It in between. Understanding that,
is important for this horse show to and trying to alleviate whatever
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have people from the West Coast difficulties we have with the travel,
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on the Board and it’s nice that they is critical,” she noted. “Also, hav-
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are asking for and appreciate our in- ing stalls available for the horses
put,” interjected Archie, explaining that aren’t showing, and giving us a
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that sometimes it is just observa- place to ride and work at the Prince
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tion they want. "It is simple things George’s Equestrian Center, has
that the horse show offers the been great.”
exhibitor, owner or sponsor that Years ago Karen’s influence
About the Washington
makes them feel more welcome or began in a different way. “I was
International Horse Show
appreciated,” he explained. instrumental in developing the
An equestrian tradition since 1958,
Last year, for the horse show’s WIHS Equitation Classic, and that
50th, every competitor was pre- class has really developed into one
the Washington International Horse
sented with a saddle pad embroi- of the most prestigious finals that
Show attracts horses and riders of
dered with a special WIHS 50th we have. The last round of the top
all ages, including Olympic champi-
anniversary logo. “Who ten qualifiers takes place on Satur-
ons, who travel to the nation's capital
doesn’t want to walk out day night right before the presti-
for thrilling jumping competition and
with some special memory gious President’s Cup Grand Prix
a chance to compete for more than
of this show,” in front of a packed house.”
interjected “When you are at the Washington
$400,000 in prize money and cham-
Archie. International Horse Show whether
pionship titles. Special exhibitions,
Karen helps as a rider, trainer, owner or specta- shopping in 55 boutiques, community
the Board tor, the whole atmosphere of that
and charity events as well as a family-
understand show leaves you with memories
focused Kids Day round out this fami-
what the Cali- that will last you for a lifetime, just
ly-friendly show. For more information
fornians face as they continue to do for Karen
because they and I,” concluded Archie.
about the 2009 WIHS go to www.
wihs.org or follow the action on Face-
book,
www.facebook.com/horseshow,
and Twitter,
www.twitter.com/wihs.
For more information, contact WIHS
Eric Straus
at 202-525-3679 or
info@wihs.org.
The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS), is proud to announce the appointment of Eric L. Straus
as the Chief Executive Officer. Straus joins the executive leadership of WIHS--Juliet W. Reid, President, and
Anthony F. Hitchcock, Chief Operating Officer--as the show prepares for its 51st edition in October.
“I'm excited about joining the Washington International Horse Show, a championship event rich in eques-
trian tradition with an economic impact in Washington, D.C., exceeding seven million dollars. I look forward
to becoming part of the team building for the future,” said Straus.
Straus comes to WIHS with proven expertise in both for-profit and not-for-profit environments. He also
brings unique experience in the sports entertainment industry including equestrian competitions, Olympic
events, marketing, operations, sponsorship development and financial operations. Straus will look to in-
crease awareness, audience and sponsorship for the show. “Eric brings a wealth of knowledge both in busi-
ness and equestrian events and we look forward to his new perspective and leadership,” said Hitchcock.
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