Board Of Directors

Michele Haman’s lifelong love of horses led her to various disciplines and interests, including saddle seat, hunters, western, dressage, combined driving, and eventing. 

Catherine Christiansen is a licensed California Attorney for 25+ years. Her practice helps

Consumers obtain a fresh financial start through bankruptcy, helps Horse Owners navigate

Equine Law, and educates clients about ‘Horse Trust’s. Catherine is passionate about horses

getting the best care possible, their owners having the opportunity to educated themselves to

take the best care of their horses, and that alternative therapy is available through qualified

Equine Care Professionals.

Melinda Mueller is a lifelong horsewoman with an eclectic background.  As a young adult, she progressed through the highest levels of riding and horsemanship tested by the United States Pony Club.

Rhonda owns and operates Equine Mechanix near Kansas City, Missouri. She is an equine performance consultant with 30 years of experience in massage-based integrated bodywork, PEMF, saddle fit assessment, custom fit pads, custom designed western saddles, horsemanship clinics, and speaking engagements.

From a very young age Dr. Janice Holland was passionate about horses. Growing up in central
Pennsylvania she took advantage of any opportunity to ride and be around horses, and this led her to
pursue a bachelor’s degree in animal production at the Pennsylvania State University, where she also
rode on their Intercollegiate Hunt Seat Team. 

Kirstie Wachholtz ranches in Idaho with her husband where they raise and train American Brabant Draft horses. With a background in cutting horses and three day eventing she has always been a part of the equine industry.

Christina, (formerly Kupper) of Equine Kneads in Colorado & Wisconsin, has worked with many different programs to expand her education. She also is often a guest instructor at various universities and clinics in teaching pre-vet students, vet students, owners, trainers and riders on the foundations of equine bodywork.

Jessenia is a licensed massage therapist with over 15 plus years of experience practicing in New York and Florida. Her professional journey is fueled by a passion for education and a commitment to expanding her network within like-minded professions. Outside of her massage therapy practice, Jessenia dedicates her free time to working with the equine community, showcasing her love for these majestic animals.
 

Danielle is a horse-crazy kid who worked her way up over the course of 20 years from grassroots barns to leading a top-level equestrian sport.

Esco is an American Farriers Association (AFA) Certified Farrier (CF), and International Association of Professional Farriers (IAPF) Accredited Professional Farrier (APF) with an endorsement, A NYS Gaming Commission Licensed Farrier, a member of the International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame, a Society Only Member of the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR), and the Large Animal Diagnostic Imaging Society (LADIS).

Lisa graduated from Boston College with a degree in Biological Sciences. After building her skills in marketing, operations and leadership, she joined Respond Systems in 2015 where she currently holds the role of President. 

NBCAAM Certified Equine Massage Therapist 

School of Applied Integrative Therapies Assistant Director

Christine holds a B.A. in Equine Business from Midway University (2000), Medical Massage Certification from Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts (2007), Equine Bodyworker Certificate from the School of Applied Integrative Therapy (2020), and NBCAAM Certified Equine Bodyworker (2022).