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LEXINGTONUPHANATIONAL CONFERENCE2020UPHAJANUARY 21-26, 2020JOINED BY:
LEXINGTONUPHANATIONAL CONFERENCE2020Join us January 21-26, 2020, for the UPHA National Conference held at the Grin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa, Lexington, Kentucky. Located in the Horse Capital of the World, this ideally-located resort places you near downtown, area attractions, Keeneland and the famous Bourbon Trail. During your stay, you can relax with body treatments at the full-service luxury spa, perfect your skills on the 18-hole championship golf course, take a dip in the refreshing pool complex and workout in the 24-hour tness center.JOINED BY AHHS, AMHA, ARHPA, ASHA, ASM and ASR CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS: • Educational Forums• Annual Membership Meetings• Year End Awards• Silent and Live Auctions• Evening at the historic Keeneland Sales Pavilion with guest speaker D. Wayne Lukas Hosted by Grace Arnold
Lexington Grin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa1800 Newtown PikeLexington, KY 40511Reservation deadline: January 5, 2020Special rate of $119.00 (plus tax) per night for a standardroom is available until the deadline or sold out. Whichevercomes rst.Daily resort fee has been waived for our group.For reservations, call 1-859-231-5100 or 1-800-228-9290. Group name: UPHA-United Professional Horsemen’s Asn.To book online, visit www.uphaonline.com and go to the National Conference webpage.HOTEL TRANSPORTATION Lexington is located at the junction of I-75 and I-64. Two-thirds of the U.S. population lives within a day's drive of the Horse Capital of the World. Lexington, Kentucky is also served by U.S. Highways 25, 27, 60 and 68.AirportsBlue Grass Airport 4000 Terminal Drive Lexington, KY 40510• Blue Grass Airport (LEX), with 18 direct ights into Lexington, is just 10 minutes from downtown• Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati International Airport (CVG) is just 83 miles away via I-75 • Louisville International Airport (SDF) about 83 miles to the west via I-642
This schedule is tentative. Please check the website for updates.Meetings are open to all registered attendees unless marked closed.UPHA National ConferenceJoined by AHHS, AMHA, ARHPA, ASHA, ASM and ASRJanuary 21-26, 2020 Tuesday, January 21, 2020Start Time End Time Event 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Vendor and Silent Auction Set Up 1:00 PM 5:00 PM American Saddlebred, Hackney, Roadster and Saddle Seat Equitation Judges Clinic-Applicants only. Participants must register with ASHA. Wednesday, January 22, 2020Start Time End Time Event 8:00 AM 5:00 PM American Saddlebred, Hackney, Roadster and Saddle Seat Equitation Judges Clinic-Registered (‘R’), Recorded (‘r’), Applicants and Auditors. Participants must register with ASHA 8:00 AM 9:00 AM UPHA Executive Board Meeting (closed) 8:00 AM 9:00 AM UPHA Chapter Chair Meeting (closed) 9:00 AM 11:00 AM UPHA 2019/2020 Board of Directors Meeting (closed) 9:00 AM 12:00 PM AMHA Committee Meetings10:00 AM 11:00 AM ASHA Equine Welfare Advocacy Committee10:00 AM 11:00 AM ASHA Riding Program Council11:00 AM 12:00 PM AHHS Board of Directors Meeting (closed)11:00 AM 12:00 PM ASR Futurity Committee11:00 AM 12:00 PM UPHA Equitation Committee Meeting12:00 PM 1:00 PM UPHA Finance Committee (closed) 1:00 PM 2:00 PM UPHA Exceptional Challenge Cup Committee 1:00 PM 4:00 PM AMHA Board of Directors 1:00 PM 3:00 PM ASR Board of Directors Meeting (closed) 3:00 PM 5:00 PM ASHA Board of Directors Meeting (closed) 6:00 PM 8:00 PM American Saddlebred Museum Welcome Cocktail Reception3
Thursday, January 23, 2020Start Time End Time Event 8:00 AM Continental Breakfast 8:00 AM 10:00 AM AMHA Election Voting (8 to 9 Proxy Voting; 8 to 10 Live Voting) 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Registration 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Silent Auction and Vendors 9:00 AM 10:00 AM UPHA Professional Members Meeting 9:00 AM 10:00 AM UPHA Associate Members Meeting10:00 AM 11:00 AM ARHPA General Membership Meeting10:00 AM 11:00 AM American Saddlebred Museum Annual Meeting10:00 AM 11:30 AM AMHA General Membership Meeting11:00 AM 12:00 PM AHHS General Membership Meeting12:00 PM 1:45 PM Luncheon and Awards Presentation UPHA 20, 30, 40 Member Recognition UPHA Chapter Horse Persons of the Year UPHA Chapter Honor Shows of the Year AHHS “Spirit Of The Youth Medallion” Award AHHS Elsa Mikkelsen Distinguished Service Award AHHS Anna Lee Spires Judd Amateur Exhibitor Award AMHA Cecil R. Brown Memorial Sportsmanship Award AMHA Professional Horseman Award ASHA C. J. Cronan Sportsmanship Award ASHA Lurline Roth Sportsmanship Award ASHA Paul and Dorothy Gillenwater Family Award General John B. Castleman Award 2:00 PM 3:30 PM ASHA Annual Membership Meeting 3:30 PM 5:30 PM ASHA Continuing Education: Harnessing Digital Marketing to Grow Your Business. Guest Speaker: Chad Mendell 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Cocktail Reception 7:00 PM 10:00 PM Awards Dinner UPHA Horse of the Year Divisional Awards UPHA Shirley Parkinson Professional Achievement Award AHHS John H. & Maybelle L. Costello National Breeder Award AMHA Dr. Albert Lucine Promoter Award ASHA Meritorious Service Award UPHA Sallie B. Wheeler Distinguished Service Award AHHS Lydia Luham Pederson National Distinguished Service AMHA Person of the Year ASHA Horse of the Year UPHA Larry Bacon Lifetime Achievement Award4
Friday, January 24, 2020Start Time End Time Event 8:00 AM Continental Breakfast 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Registration 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Silent Auction and Vendors 9:00 AM 11:00 AM ASHA Continuing Education: 4 Critical Steps for Horse Business Success Guest Speaker: Elisabeth McMillan 11:00 AM 12:00 PM ASHA Continuing Education: 4 Critical Steps for Horse Business Success Hands-on Workshop 11:00 AM 12:00 PM American Saddlebred Museum Board of Directors Meeting 11:00 AM 12:00 PM UPHA Young Professionals Meeting (age 35 & under) 11:30 AM 1:30 PM New AMHA Headquarters Open House at KHP; transportation on your own 12:00 PM 1:45 PM Luncheon & Awards Presentation UPHA National Honor Show AHHS Junior Exhibitor Award UPHA Equitation Distinguished Service Award ASM Keith Bartz Impact Scholarship Award UPHA Associate Member of the Year Award UPHA Ribbons of Service Presentation UPHA Tony Ray Young Trainer of the Year Award UPHA Herman Miles Horse Show Manager of the Year Award 2:00 PM 3:30 PM Ask The Vet: Our panel of veterinarians will answer your questions on equine sports medicine, equine reproduction and the USEF Drugs and Medication rules. Hugh Behling, DVM Scott Bennett, DVM Ashley E. Craig, DVM John R. Cummins, DVM 2:00 PM 3:30 PM ASHA Charter Club Council 2:30 PM 3:30 PM UPHA Ribbons of Service Meet & Greet (closed) 3:30 PM 4:30 PM UPHA 2020 Board of Directors Meeting 5:30 PM Buses Leave Hotel for Keeneland 6:00 PM An Evening with D. Wayne Lukas at the Historic Keeneland Sales Pavilion Live Auction5
Saturday, January 25, 2020Start Time End Time Event 7:00 AM Continental Breakfast 8:00 AM Buses leave for Sunrise Stables, Versailles, KY for Live with the Legends 8:30 AM 12:00 PM Live with the Legends: An opportunity to learn from our industry’s best, a series of live demonstrations. 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Registration 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Vendors 9:00 AM 3:00 PM Silent Auction- bidding ends at 3:00 PM ET 12:30 PM 2:15 PM ASHA Luncheon & Awards Presentation ASHA Stallion Sweeps Drawing ASHA High Point Awards ASHA National Pleasure Awards Gordon Jenkins International Award Wing Tempo Award ASHA Breeder of the Year Award Frank Ogletree Youth Award ASHA Breed Ambassador ASR Sport Horse Awards12:30 PM 2:30 PM AMHA Luncheon & Awards Presentation Club Awards Young Person Award Mabel Owen Media Award International Competition Award Golden Reins Award Horse Show Hall of Fame Award Therapy Horse Award STAR Awards Open Competition Awards 2:30 PM 3:30 PM ASHA Board of Directors Meeting (closed) 3:30 PM 4:30 PM ASR Board of Directors Meeting (closed) 5:30 PM 6:30 PM Cocktail Reception 6:30 PM 11:00 PM Awards Dinner St. Jude Children’s Hospital Ribbons of Service Presentation UPHA Helen Crabtree Equitation Instructor Hall of Fame Award UPHA Overall Horse & Pony of the Year Awards AMHA Breeder’s Hall of Fame Award ASHA Breeders Hall of Fame AHHS Bill G. Robinson National Trainer Award UPHA Richard E. Lavery Professional Horseman’s Award ASHA Lifetime Achievement Award AHHS Gwen Stableford Lifetime Achievement Award AMHA Hall of Fame Award UPHA Alvin C. Ruxer Lifetime Commitment Award UPHA Tom Moore Hall of Fame Award Dance the night away with Pryor Baird and The Lash WhipsSunday, January 26, 2020Start Time End Time Event 9:00 AM 3:00 PM Ride With The Legends: Riding Clinic A once in a lifetime opportunity for junior exhibitors and adult riders to receive instruction from UPHA Hall of Fame Instructors all in one arena!6
7Harnessing Digital Marketing To Grow Your BusinessChad Mendell is the founder of Equiseen, a digital marketing agency that focuses on the equine niche. He is the past executive editor of The Horse and TheHorse.com where he authored more than 300 articles and developed an array of online educational products including videos, newsletters, and live webinars. Over the years, he has worked with companies such as Campbell’s Soup, Pzer Animal Health, Intervet, Merial and Bayer Animal Health to launch new products and educational initiatives. Chad writes and speaks on marketing and business topics for the top horse professional associations such as the American Equine Trade Association, United Professional Horsemen's Association, the Indiana Horse Racing Commission, and the American Horse Publications.Additionally, he and his wife own and operate a working horse farm Georgetown, KY, where they board horses as well as train, sell and show their own reining horses. Elisabeth McMillan is an equine business consultant and the founder and editor of the horse business site EquestrianProfessional.com. Currently, Elisabeth is working with ASHA to provide a six-month business development and support program for Saddlebred businesses. This is an exciting business building and education opportunity to these Saddlebred barn business owners across the United States. ASHA is investing in its memberships to help strengthen the promotion and representation of the American Saddlebred breed in more regions and markets.For this program, she is working closely with the chosen Saddlebred business owners on topics such as business model innovation, construction of prot and loss statements, online marketing channels i.e. social media and website, client recruitment, client retention, public relations and much, much more! ASHA Continuing Education Program4 Critical Steps for Horse Business SuccessElisabeth has spoken on the topics of horse business and marketing strategies at equestrian association conventions such as United Professional Horsemen's Association, United States Eventing Association, The Kentucky Horse Council, Equine Aaire, The Certied Horsemanship Association, The Maryland Horse Council and the United States Polo Association. During the upcoming conference she will be presenting “4 Critical Steps for Horse Business Success” The lecture session will take attendees through a 4 step process used to maximize both business and career opportunities of horse professionals. The lecture will be followed by a hands-on workshop where participants can gain experience implementing some of the most essential tools discussed during the presentation.
8Our panel of veterinarians will answer your questions on equine sports medicine, equine reproduction and the USEF Drugs and Medication rules.Hugh Behling, DVMScott Bennett, DVMAshley E. Craig, DVMJohn R. Cummins, DVMAsk the VetJanuary 21-22, 2020Grin Gate Marriott, Lexington, KYPanelistsMelissa Moore, Versailles, KYFran Crumpler, Simpsonville, KYRegistration deadline Friday, January 10, 2020For more information and to register contact ASHA, Katriona Adams at k.adams@asha.net.American Saddlebred, Hackney, Roadster and Saddle Seat Equitation Judges Clinic
An opportunity to learn from our industry’s best,a series of live demonstrations.Saturday, January 25, 20208:30 AM-12:00 PMSunrise Stables, Versailles, KYTransportation providedUPHA Conference Registration required Hunter Country PleasureHunter braidingGaiting a ColtStarting a horse/ponyTailset/brace tting/show ring presentationHarness DemonstrationHow to select a Roadster HorseWestern Country PleasureSelecting a horse for an amateurLive With the Legends:A once in a lifetime opportunity for junior exhibitors and adult riders to receive instruction from UPHA Hall of Fame Instructors all in one arena!Sunday, January 26, 20209:00 AM-3:00 PMLakeside Arena, Frankfort, KYTransportation on your ownWatch the UPHA website for registration information!Ride With the Legends:9
Friday, January 24, 20206:00 PMKeeneland Sales PavilionHors d'oeuvres and CocktailsHosted by Grace ArnoldAn Evening at the Historic Keeneland Sales Pavilion with Guest Speaker: D. Wayne Lukas• The only man in history to be inducted into both the Thoroughbred Horse Racing Hall of Fame and the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame. • Racing's all-time leading money-earning trainer. • Lukas was the rst to saddle winners of $250 million. • Became the rst trainer to win three Breeders' Cup races in one day in 1988 (Gulch, Open Mind and Is It True). • Leads all trainers with 20 Breeders’ Cup victories. • Became the rst trainer in history to accrue more purse earnings than the Nation’s leading jockey in 1986 ($12.3 million to Jose Santos’ $11.3 million). • Has trained 26 Thoroughbred champions, fteen of his champions have been llies. • Trained 23 World Champion Quarter Horses, including two-time Horse of the Year, Dash for Cash. • In all, Lukas has won 14 Triple Crown races with 11 dierent horses.D. Wayne Lukas Fast Facts:Auction Highlights Along With Many Other Unique Treasures:Mayan Manor Playa del Carmen Morgan Grand National PackageNational Finals Rodeo Las Vegas AdventureOne Weeks Stay at a Stunning Beach Front Home in La Jolla, CaliforniaParadise in Key WestJekyll Island GetawayLive Auction to Benefit the UPHA FoundationPhotos by Z10
Mail or fax registration form before January 10, 2020 with payment to: UPHA, 4059 Iron Works Parkway, Suite 2, Lexington, KY 40511, or fax to (859) 255-2774. To register online visit: www.uphaonline.com. First Name:__________________________________________ Last Name:______________________________________________ Address:_____________________________________________City:_________________________State:_________Zip:__________ Phone #: ________________________________ Email:_______________________________________________________________ Packages: Gold Level (save $200.00) Includes all meetings, educational forums, three awards luncheons, all awards dinners, Keeneland event featuring D. Wayne Lukas and live auction, Saturday demonstrations and audit riding clinic. By 1/10/20--$399.00 After 1/10/20--$450.00 Specify which three luncheons: Thursday Friday Saturday-ASHA Saturday-AMHA YES, I will be taking the bus for the Friday, Keeneland event YES, I will be taking the bus for the Saturday offsite demonstrations Silver Level (save $180.00) Includes all meetings, educational forums, one awards luncheon, all awards dinners, Keeneland event featuring D. Wayne Lukas and live auction, Saturday demonstrations and audit riding clinic. By 1/10/20--$299.00 After 1/10/20--$350.00 Specify which luncheon: Thursday Friday Saturday-ASHA Saturday-AMHA YES, I will be taking the bus for the Friday, Keeneland event YES, I will be taking the bus for the Saturday offsite demonstrations A la Carte: Everyone must pay registration fee to attend meal functions, meetings, educational forums, Keeneland event and live demonstrations! By 1/10/20 After 1/10/20 Adult Registration $100.00 $200.00 YES, I will be taking the bus for the Saturday offsite demonstrations Youth Registration (17 years old or under) $65.00 $125.00 YES, I will be taking the bus for the Saturday offsite demonstrations Keeneland Event featuring D. Wayne Lukas and UPHA live auction (Fri PM) $100.00 YES, I will be taking the bus for the Friday offsite Keeneland Event Thursday Lunch $60.00 $80.00 Thursday Dinner $95.00 $115.00 Friday Lunch $60.00 $80.00 ASHA Saturday Lunch $60.00 $80.00 AMHA Saturday Lunch $60.00 $80.00 Saturday Dinner $99.00 $119.00 Total Due_______________ Refund Policy: Cancellations must be made in writing no later than January 10, 2020. No refunds will be issued on cancellations received after this date, or for conference no-shows. Refunds will not be processed until after the conference. Method of Payment: A 4% convenience fee will be added to all credit card transactions. Check Enclosed/Payable to UPHA Check #________________ Visa MasterCard Amex _________________________________________________________ Expiration Date _________________ CVV Code ____________ Credit Card Number _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Billing Address of Card (mandatory) ___________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ (Print name as it appears on credit card) Cardholder’s Signature Registration Form (please complete one form per attendant)
“The 2020 UPHA National Conference” The Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa January 21 – 2, 2020 ʹͲʹͲǡǤ GRAND BENEFACTOR —$50,000+ ________»1 Suite and 1 Standard Room at the Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spaǽǽǽ ͳʹ PLATINUM BENEFACTOR—$10,000+ ______» 1 Standard Room at the Luxurious Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spaǽǽǽ ͺ GOLD BENEFACTOR —$5,000+ ________ǽǽǽͶ SILVER BENEFACTOR —$2,500+ ________ǽǽ» 2 BENEFACTOR—$1,500+ FRIEND of THE UPHA _________ Amount of Your ChoiceǽName_________________________________________________________________________________________ CC __________________________________________________ Expiration Date ___________ CVC ____________ Address ____________________________________________________ Telephone #________________________ Cardholders Name ______________________________________ Signature _______________________________ THE UPHA FOUNDATION IS A 501 (C)(3), NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION Please make checks payable to the UPHA Foundation, Inc. All sponsorships are 100% tax deductible to the extent allowed by law
Vendor Application and Contract for Exhibit Space UPHA National Conference Joined by AHHS, AMHA, ARHPA, ASHA, ASM, ASR January 2ϭ-2ϲ, 2020 Griffin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa-Lexington, KY Name of Company: ____________________________________________________________________ Company Contact: ____________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________ Phone: ________________________________ Email: _______________________________________ Contact Person During Event: _____________________________ Cell: _________________________ Reservation Deadline is December 21, 2019 - Space is Limited – Reserve your booth space EARLY! Booth Spaces are approximately 8’ x 10’. Booth space includes 1 – 6 foot table and 2 chairs Booth Spaces do not include Pipe and Draping There will NOT be security provided in the vendor area. Vendor set up can begin on dƵĞƐĚĂLJ, January 21, 2020 ________ $300 – Standard 8’ x 10’ Vendor Space ________ $80 – Additional 6 foot table ________ All Electrical, Audio/Visual and Internet services must be reserved directly through the Griffin Gate Marriott. Please check box if you will need these services and UPHA will have the hotel contact your company. The UPHA National Conference Committee reserves the right to approve all vendors. Vendor booth assignments will be made by the UPHA National Conference Committee. If your vendor space has a large backdrop or tent, please advise UPHA at least one month prior to the conference. UPHA and the UPHA National Conference Committee cannot guarantee sales for any vendor. There will be no refunds for vendor spaces due to lack of sale of product. Vendor space is limited, therefore UPHA may not be able to accommodate unusually large vendor booth spaces, in which case, UPHA will refund the cost of the space to the vendor. All other vendor refunds will be at the discretion of the UPHA National Conference Committee. I agree to comply with the rules and regulations governing exhibits. Payment in full for the total cost of the requested space must be enclosed with this form and returned to the UPHA, 4059 Iron Works Parkway, Suite 2, Lexington, Kentucky 40511 by the above-mentioned dates. I understand that no application will be considered without full payment. Signature:___________________________________________________ Date:____________________________ Please complete and return this application with a check for the appropriate amount made payable to the UPHA. Thank you for your support of the UPHA National Conference! For Office Use Only Date Received: ____________________ Amount Received: ______________
United Professional Horsemen’s Association4059 Iron Works Parkway, Suite 2Lexington, KY 40511LEXINGTONUPHANATIONAL CONFERENCE2020