Being Their Voice: Equine Rescue Conference
Saturday, August 16, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: 608 Old Brookhaven Farm Road, Seymour, TN 37865

Join us for a one-day conference dedicated to strengthening the equine rescue community across Tennessee and beyond. “Being Their Voice” brings together rescue professionals, nonprofit leaders, and equine advocates for a day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration.

This event is designed for:

*Established Equine Rescues
*New or Emerging Rescues
*Individuals Exploring Starting a Rescue
*All Animal-Related Rescues Are Welcome!

Conference Highlights:

Morning Sessions:

Start-Up & New Rescue Track led by Nina Margetson covers mission building, funding, goals, and first five-year planning

Established Rescue Track led by Ashley Ford, Jim Tedford, and Bethany Schwarz dives into collaboration, strategic planning, and sustainable growth

Afternoon Sessions (All Rescues):

Volunteer & donor retention, grant and fundraising strategies, board development, and tackling tough topics like euthanasia and caregiver fatigue

Featured Speakers Include:
Ashley Ford | Executive Director, Horse Haven of Tennessee
Jim Tedford | Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
Nina Margetson | Founder, Horse Haven of Tennessee
Bethany Schwarz | Brad Cecil & Associates
Lori Stresemann | Volunteer Coordinator
Kimberly Henry | Spirit of Hope & Healing

Lunch is provided. Numerous hotel options are available within a short drive of the venue in Knoxville, Alcoa, Maryville, or Sevierville—make a weekend of it and explore the nearby Great Smoky Mountains!

Registration Deadline: August 1, 2025
To register follow this link: https://forms.gle/ksiPBX6pc6j4e7is8