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  • Tim Capps Awarded 2018 Van Ness Award

TIM CAPPS AWARDED 2018 VAN NESS AWARD

Tim Capps

June 14, 2018

Each year the American Horse Council (AHC) gives out the Van Ness Award, which is named in honor of the late Marjorie Van Ness of New Jersey, a long-time leader and friend to the horse industry. This award is presented to an individual that best emulates the dedication and commitment of Marjorie Van Ness to the improvement of the horse industry at the state level.

On Monday, June 10th during the AHC’s Annual Meeting, Tim Capps was posthumously named as the recipient of the 2018 Van Ness Award.

“Tim Capps was intimately involved in promoting the horse industry in two states: Maryland and Kentucky, and was also one of the industry’s most staunch advocates,” said AHC President Julie Broadway. “Due to his wisdom, guidance and vision, the collective Maryland equestrian community is today seen by the Maryland government as a legitimate, large, and economically impactful industry.”

Accepting the award on his behalf was his daughter, Meredith Capps. “Few are lucky enough to build a career that keeps them continuously engaged and challenged, but my father did just that in his various roles in the racing industry, an industry for which he held deep affection,” said Ms. Capps. “His dedication to this field was obvious to anyone who knew him, and the positive impact he had on colleagues and students over the years is evident.  I know he would have been tremendously honored by this recognition from his AHC peers, whom he held in such high regard.

Meredith Capps (L) accepts the Van Ness Award from AHC President Julie Broadway (R)

From 1996 to 2004, Capps was a Director on the Board of the Maryland Horse Council. He was closely involved with the Maryland Horse Council’s issues, goals, and undertakings during this period. He served on various committees, attracting talented and new members, and helping it grow into the organization it is now. His involvement in the MHC was a major factor in every legislative and regulatory success the MHC had during this time. He also served the Maryland industry in other roles such as Executive Vice President of the MD Jockey Club, Executive Vice President of the Maryland Horse Breeders Association, and Executive Director of the Maryland Million.

During his time in Maryland he was deeply involved in the development of a much-needed, strong and effective equine lobbying network in Annapolis to deal with legislation and state-regulations affecting the industry. He was also active in the formation of the Maryland Horse Industry Board, which has grown to become one of the most successful state equine boards in the country. Each of these successes led to the rebirth of the Maryland horse industry during a very difficult period.

As the Director of the Equine Industry Program at the University of Louisville, he spent ten years mentoring and molding hundreds of young equine business minds. His extensive knowledge, experience, and connections within the equine industry provided an invaluable experience for his students. Both his students and colleagues within the industry often referred to him as the “ultimate mentor.”

“On the whole, he was an invaluable resource to the entire horse industry,” said Ms. Broadway. “He never missed an opportunity to educate Maryland, Kentucky, and federal legislators and regulators about the economic size and importance of the horse industry.”

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    Lynda is the membership and communications specialist for the American Horse Council. Lynda grew up in Pasadena, Maryland with a passion for horses. She relocated to San Diego, California, where her dream of owning and riding horses came true. Lynda has worked with several law enforcement mounted units and has participated in several national and international horse associations.

    Lynda believes horses play a major role in our society from therapy horses helping children learn to walk again, to helping military veterans and emergency service personnel learn to cope with stress, to keeping our parks and cities safe through law enforcement mounted units. Along with our equine partners assisting in burial services at Arlington National Cemetery. Horses impact our lives in ways others cannot.

    Lynda believes the horse industry as a whole needs to have a voice and working at the American Horse Council is a way for her to help and keep the industry alive and informed.

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    Cliff Williamson is the Director of Health and Regulatory Affairs for the American Horse Council based in Washington D.C.

    He grew up in Reva, VA on his family’s horse farm, participating in both horse and livestock 4-H activities. In 2008 he graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in Animal Science, where he was an active member of both the animal science club Block & Bridle as well as the agricultural fraternity Alpha Gamma Rho. After graduation he spent 27 months in Nicaragua with the Peace Corps for their Food Security Program. Upon his return to the United States he spent four years in the animal export industry as the Director of Animal Logistics for T.K. Exports, Inc. In that time he was honored to be appointed to a seat on the Board of Directors for the Culpeper chapter of the Farm Bureau Federation.

    For information regarding any equine health issues, welfare issues, and state, federal and international requirements regarding the movement of horses, please contact Cliff. 

    cwilliamson@horsecouncil.org

    Bryan Brendle is the Director of Policy & Legislative Affairs for the AHC.

    For information regarding public policy, government relations and advocacy, please contact Bryan.

    bbrendle@horsecouncil.org

    With over 30 years of leadership experience in both for-profit and non-profit sectors, Julie holds a BS, MBA, Executive Certificate in Non-Profit Leadership  and is Certified Association Executive®. She’s a life-long horse enthusiast ranging from recreational rider, breeder, and show competitor. A native of NC, she and her husband now reside in DC along with their Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Morgan horses.

    In her down time she enjoys volunteering (she’s president of the board of PATH International), horseback riding, gardening and cooking. “I’m passionate about the equine industry because horses have enhanced my life and well-being so profoundly,” said Julie. “Working at the AHC is a way to give back to the equine community and ensure the long term health of the industry.”

    jbroadway@horsecouncil.org

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