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Chris Stafford is a TV & Radio Broadcaster, Agent, Artist and International Equestrian Consultant.

Chris wears many hats in equestrian media as an equestrian media consultant, publicist, business manager, agent, author, journalist, producer, director and broadcaster.  She is also an artist and photographer.  Chris has been extensively published as a journalist having covered international equestrian sport for over thirty years.  Her equestrian and travel photography has been published and exhibited worldwide.  Chris has produced numerous TV and video programs on equestrian sport.  She is also a voice artist and has recorded audio books and PSA's as well as providing live sports commentating, announcing and voicing TV and video programming. 
Additionally Chris is in demand as an emcee for equestrian events:
2009 SUCCEED USET Holiday Gala at the Jim Brandon Arena, Florida. 
2010 U.S. Dressage Federation Salute Gala & Awards Banquet, Jacksonville, FL
2010 U.S. Dressage Federation Annual Symposium, Jacksonville, FL

Chris has published three books...for details, click on the Publications tab.

Her art work has been commissioned internationally and exhibited in the U.S.

Chris' photo exhibition, 'Weight of the World' has been exhibited at venues in the U.S.

Chris grew up in England, leaving home in her mid teens to pursue a career as a professional rider.  She traveled the world, riding and training sport horses, and has worked with some notable riders including Olympians; Peter Robeson, Caroline Bradley, Vittorio Orlandi, Graciano Mancinelli, Sheila Willcox and Ginny Elliot.  In 1987, injuries forced early retirement and Chris focused on her second career in equestrian media.  She has lived in seven countries and has been round the world pursuing photo-journalism.

Chris has served as an Adjunct Professor of Equine Studies at Midway College.

:: Vice President & Secretary: International Alliance of Equestrian Journalists - http://equijournalists.com 

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NEWS

Ben Meredith

I'm delighted to add a new client to my roster in U.S.Based Australian Show Jumper Ben Meredith. Ben has represented Australia for several years in international competition and manages Raylyn Farm in Frederick, MD.

Michael Pollard

I am very pleased to welcome event rider Michael Pollard to my stable of riders. Michael was a team gold medalist at the 2011 Pan American Games and has a string of advanced horses for the 2012 season.

Heather Blitz

Congratulations to my valued client Heather Blitz and Paragon for their team gold and individual silver medal at the 2011 Pan American Games.  We look forward to supporting them in their Olympic campaign in 2012. For more information about Heather and Paragon please visit their website at www.heatherblitz.info. 

Marilyn L. Meredith

I am delighted to welcome Marilyn Little Meredith as a client. Marilyn is an international grand prix show jumper and eventer with a string of quality horses for the 2012 season. Marilyn is on the USEF Eventing Training List.

2011 Groom of the Year Award

I'm delighted to announce the winners of the 2011 USEA Christine E. Stafford Groom of the Year Award:  
CONGRATULATIONS to LUCY BEARD and LINDSEY TAYLOR

Irish Art Buyer

I have just sold a large piece of art to a collector in Ireland who was visiting. It's a scene of a capsized boat on rough seas with a dramatic sky from my imagination yet it evoked a strong memory for the buyer of a real life incident off the south coast of England many years ago.

UPDATES

Chris hosted daily WebTV/Video productions for Alltech during the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Here & Now featured daily news, views and interviews each day from the Kentucky Horse Park. 16 shows were produced with the Alltech crew and the episodes were aired around the world.  They can be found on the Alltech website at www.alltech.com or on YOUTUBE; search for Alltech Here & Now.

Coming soon: A new show called EQUESTRIAN LEGENDS that I will be hosting on the Horse Radio Network so stay tuned for news when that goes live.

CHRIS PRESENTS ONLINE VIDEO COVERAGE OF EQUESTRIAN EVENTS

CHRIS PRESENTS LIVE VIDEO COVERAGE ON EQUESTRIAN LIFE

To watch video coverage of live events produced and presented by Chris go to www.equestrianlife.com. Events include:

-- USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals;

-- North American Junior & Young Rider Championships;

-- FEI World Cup Dressage & Jumping Finals in Vegas: interviews with Steffen Peters, Isabell Werth, Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum and more;

-- Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event: interviews with Lucinda Fredericks, Bettina Hoy, Buck Davidson and many more plus course walks with Gina Miles and Richard Jeffery.

California Collector

A Californian collector has recently purchased one of the signature works - Lakeside Sunset.

Italian Commisssion

A recent commission from an Italian collector has been completed.

Career Counseling
Chris provides comprehensive career counseling for people who are embarking on a career or considering a change of direction in the horse world. With over forty years experience in the horse industry, Chris offers extensive advice on how to make the first moves in the right career path or to make that sometimes daunting change in direction. Chris offers the range of expertise and extensive knowledge of the horse industry as well as an expansive network that is invaluable to students, employees and contractors. To book a consultation, please email Chris at chris@chrisestafford.com.

Christine E. Stafford Groom of the Year Award

The Christine E. Stafford Groom of the Year award was established in 2005 for the U.S. Eventing Association to recognize the vital role played by the groom, who works countless hours behind the scenes to make sure their charges are healthy, happy, and poised for success. Nominations are made by their employers, reviewed by the USEA Awards Nomination Committee and awarded at the Annual USEA Convention.

Winners:

2011   Lucy Beard (Sarah Kelly) and Lindsey Taylor (Boyd Martin)
2010   Elizabeth Crowder (Jacob Fletcher)
2009   Lizzie Williams Olmstead (Jan Byyny)
2008   Sara Williams (Gina Miles)
2007   Emma Ford (Phillip Dutton) and Jeff Beshear (Emily Beshear)
2006   Aubrey Dunkerton (Becky Holder)
2005   Max Corcoran (O'Connors) and Kristina Collett (Bonnie Mosser)
2004  Lili Bennet (Molly Hooper) and Caroline Goldberg (Kim Severson)
2003 Stephen McBroom (Diane McBroom) and Emma Knight (Julie Richards)


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