I believe it doesn't matter if you ride western or English you are a cowgirl!
A cowgirl is someone who is hard working, loves animals, takes care of her family, and will do anything to pursue her dreams for her future and the industry.
They are strong, beautiful, smart, kind, and gentle. These characteristics have helped them to work alongside men on the ranch and in the boardroom while also balancing taking care of their families. Someone who has pioneered the way for cowgirls to have a voice in leadership to make the industry better is today's guest, Patti Colbert. Although, she was born a suburban girl as far away from horses as you can get she was determined to find a way to earn the money to be involved with horses. As she grew up being heavily influenced by the classic westerns showcasing cowboys like Roy Rogers and Dale Evans riding their trusty steeds like Trigger. Patti always knew growing up that she wanted to be a cowgirl and be involved with the western and equine lifestyles.
Patti's accomplishments in the industry are vast from being awarded the Fern Sawyer Award in 2011 by the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame, she was inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame in 2022, she is an businesswoman, and an accomplished competitor. However, her personal accomplishments have nothing on the work and mentorship she has done to help the younger cowgirls and help them find their own voice in the industry to fearlessly pursue the passions that "turn your crank" as Patti would say.
In this episode, Patti and I had a candid conversation about so many topics from the importance of staying relevant in the industry and in business, the current project she is involved with now to help cowgirlpreneurs everywhere, how her love and passion for the lifestyle has passed down among generations in her family, and more.
Cowgirls and Equestrians today have really stepped up to lead the way towards how they are taking action and moving their feet to make big changes for the better of the industry and it's future! Patti's heart for this industry is so amazing and her passion for inspiring women to wholeheartedly go after their business pursuits is incredible.
I hope you enjoy listening to my conversation with Patti and feel inspired by the advice and knowledge she shares to go after what you want for your life and the horse community!
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