Kentucky equine industry gains new leaders

By Blake Jackson

The Kentucky Equine Education Project (KEEP) has chosen a dynamic duo to guide its mission: Shannon Cobb as Chair and Rob Tribbett as Vice Chair of its Board of Directors. Both bring extensive expertise and dedication to Kentucky's thriving equine economy. 

Cobb, the Chief Operating and Financial Officer of Red Mile Racing and Gaming, boasts impressive experience in equine operations and financial management. Tribbett, Vice President of the Consignors and Commercial Breeders Association in Lexington and General Manager of Watercress Farm, brings deep knowledge in breeding and association leadership. 

"It's an honor to lead KEEP," Cobb declared, emphasizing her commitment to collaborating with the board and community "to drive further growth and prosperity for Kentucky's vibrant equine industry." 

Will Glasscock, KEEP's Executive Director, echoed the excitement, stating that Cobb and Tribbett "reinforce KEEP's commitment to fostering industry expertise and leadership within our board." Their combined skills, Glasscock believes, will "undoubtedly steer us toward continued success" in promoting and advancing Kentucky's equine economy. 

For more information about the Kentucky Equine Education Project (KEEP) and its initiatives, please visit www.horseswork.com.  

About KEEP: 

Founded in 2004, KEEP is a non-profit champion for Kentucky's multi-breed horse industry, working tirelessly to preserve, promote, and protect this vital sector. Their mission is to ensure Kentucky remains the "horse capital of the world" through education, advocacy, and strategic initiatives. 

KEEP has played a crucial role in securing crucial resources for the industry, including: 

• Kentucky Breeders Incentive Fund: Established by KEEP, this fund has distributed over $177 million to Kentucky breeders since 2006. 
• Pari-mutuel wagering on historical horse racing: This KEEP-backed initiative has generated over $40 million for purses and $24 million for the Kentucky Thoroughbred Development Fund. 

With Cobb and Tribbett at the helm, KEEP is poised to continue its impactful work, ensuring Kentucky's equine industry thrives for generations to come. 

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