Meet Our Ambassadors
Dr. Angelique Barbara
Dr. Angelique Barbara (affectionately called Dr. Angel by many of her clients) is a Doctor of Chiropractic who holds additional degrees in Veterinary Science (B.S.), Equine Science (Minor) and Veterinary Pathobiology (M.S.). Dr. Barbara has been passionate about animals her entire life and has spent the majority of her life studying animals (both in the classroom and in the field). She developed her first animal bodywork seminar in 2009. Since that time, her seminars have grown both in number and popularity and she has fine-tuned her seminars and techniques to optimize the learning experience. Dr. Barbara was one of the first practitioners to start utilizing kinesiology tape on animals and she was so impressed with the results that she decided to develop an entire seminar dedicated to the taping applications she developed. Her background in both the clinical and research animal health care world as well her experience as a human chiropractor give her a unique perspective on animal bodywork, which is evident in her courses.
Dr. Barbara has publications in the Journal of Veterinary Science and Microbiology and has presented her research at the Conference of Researchers in Animal Disease (CRAWD) and the International Equine Conference of Laminitis and Diseases of the Hoof. She is a member of Alpha Zeta Honorary Fraternity, American Quarter Horse Association, American Paint Horse Association and French Bulldog Rescue Network. She is also the founder of Angel's Animal Sanctuary, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit home for rescued animals.
Alissa Burson
Alissa Burson of The Back Tack is a Professional Barrel Racer with a list of accomplishments. Those include 2010 San Juan JR/SR pole bending Champion, 2010 Miss NM HS Rodeo Queen, 2011 NMHSRA State finals barrels average 3rd, 4 corners HS rodeo president, 2011 NLBRA 2nd go winner in barrels, 2011 NLBRA 6th in World in barrels, 2011 Won and placed at NIRA college rodeos, 2012 Wranglers Ultimate Cowgirl 2012 Tulsa State fair PRCA rodeo champion, Josey Ranch instructor 2017 & Twisting for Barrels 1D champion. Though the list is long, she has a humble attitude and encourages others through her social media platforms and at the rodeos.
Pat Parelli
In 1982, Pat Parelli began creating a Natural Horsemanship program to improve the relationship between humans and horses by promoting the concept of love, language, and leadership. Pat’s desire to spread this knowledge to the world rose up in him after watching his mentors, Tom Dorrance and Ray Hunt, work with horses. In 1984, Pat began teaching clinics, and in 1991, he coined the term "Natural Horsemanship". Natural Horsemanship has become a viable and important aspect of the international horse industry, and continues to expand and influence the way in which horses are trained. Pat provides amazing talent for both training horses and teaching people. In 2008, he was named the Humane Horseman of the Year by the United States Humane Society. For more information about Pat Parelli and Parelli Natural Horsemanship, please visit Parelli.com or join the Parelli Network at community.parelli.com.
Jody Miller Young
On Jody Miller Young’s Pet Life Radio show,Bark and Swagger, she shares the love we feel for our pets, and the beautiful, fun fashion available for them. Guest interviews with designers and other experts from the fashion arena, surprise co-hosts, and amazing topics are covered. Dr. Young is also a homeopathic practitioner and offers courses for the common pet parent—empowering them to embrace natural solutions.
Holly Rosenau
Holly Rosenau graduated in 2018 from Asbury University with a Bachelor's degree in Equine Studies. Holly began showing horses when she was only 5 years old, and her passion continued into her present career. She has trained and competed in various equine disciplines including Western Pleasure, Ranch Riding, Calf Sorting, Extreme Cowboy Race, speed events, English Equitation, Dressage, Jumping and Eventing. While in college, Holly was the head student trainer for the Mounted Police Training program, where students train young horses to become Mounted Police Horses. She was also a coach and competitive member of the Vaulting Club. Hollys most recent accomplishment was competing In the Extreme Mustang Makeover, where selected trainers are assigned a wild mustang and given 100 days to tame and train for competition.
Lari Dee Guy
Lari Dee Guy was born and raised in Abilene, TX. She has been roping and ranching since she was able to be on a horse. Lari Dee has won 11-consecutive AJRA world roping titles beginning at age 9. She attended Vernon Junior College where she won a NIRA National Championship, and then moved on to Texas Tech University where she won a second NIRA National Championship. Lari Dee has won numerous titles through the years since college, and continues to be both a role model and a winner inside and outside the arena.
Hope Thompson
Hope Thompson was born and raised in Abilene, TX—A protege of Lari Dee Guy's, she now travels the world doing Breakaway Roping Clinics alongside her mentor. While attending community college near home in Northeast, TX, Hope earned a rodeo scholarship for McNeese State University in Lake Charles, LA. While in college, she attended a Josey Ranch All-Around Camp where she knew that she wanted to be a rodeo clinician.
Madison Outhier
Madison is a 2x Women's Rodeo World Champion Breakaway Roper, the first Breakaway Roping Champion at The American, the 2021 Resistol Rookie of the Year and wants to bring you all of her knowledge of horsemanship and fundamentals of how to have success in whatever you do.
Erin Johnson
Three-time WPRA World Champion, 2022 Rodeo Houston Breakaway Champion, and four-time NFBR Qualifier, Erin Johnson is an accomplished athlete! She is an active competitor and clinician as well as training virtually through The Breakaway Roping Journal website.
Elena Flaharty
Elena Flaharty of Rise Above Equestrian is a USDF Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medalist with 30 years of horse experience ranging from riding and showing Grand Prix dressage to mid-level eventing, including over 20 years of Pony Club instruction and teaching. Elena’s belief is that classical training methods coupled with a positive and encouraging teaching style make for a successful experience. In 2003, Elena graduated with a B.A. in Political Science from the University of CA, and she has a list of awards including 2008 USEA Adult Amateur Rider of the Year, 2008 Area VI Adult Amateur Training Level Rider and Horse of the Year, 2016 USDF Silver Medal Recipient, and 2017 USDF Gold Medal Recipient. Recently in an interview, Elena touched on Benefab®, stating, “I am so grateful to have found Benefab. My horses are more relaxed in tense environments, they have increased suppleness, and I’ve noticed decreased warm-up time when using the Rejuvenate SmartScrim. One of my horses struggles with neck stiffness, but the Rejuvenate SmartHood and the Smart Therapeutic Poll Pad have helped him immensely! Thank you for offering such incredible products.”
Shelby Brost
Shelby Brost of Shelby Brost Equestrian was the 2016 3-star NAJYR Gold Medalist and the only competitor to finish on her dressage score at the two-star level. In 2017, Shelby was the top placed Canadian rider at the Bromont International Three-Day Event and was named to Canada’s No Boundaries list, which highlights riders with the potential to represent Canada on the world stage at the 2019 Pan American Games. She intends to work as hard as possible to achieve her goals of being competitive at the 5-star level one day and to bring home a medal for Canada at the Olympic Games. One of the most important things to Shelby is her horse’s care. She recently said, “By trusting the Benefab® products, I know my horses are getting the most effective, researched products on the market.”
Ronnie Riemer
Ronny Riemer of RCR Equestrian is an accomplished Grand Prix and Championship rider with over 20 years experience in the sport horse industry. Riding for names like Franke Sloothaak and Paul Schockemöhle, Ronny has made a name for himself as a rider and trainer in Germany, other parts of Europe, and North America. Knowing the difference between the European and American way of riding, Ronny combines the best of both styles to individually suit his students. He uses the Benefab® products for his horses and himself as part of his everyday routine.
Kama Godek
Kama Godek of Show-Jumper.com has competed in some of the most prestigious venues in the world up to the CSI5* Grand Prix level including the HITS Million, Lanaken World Championships for Young Horses, WEF, Wiesbaden, Hamburg, WIHS and The National Horse Show. Kama has a thriving sales, training and coaching business in the equine industry.
She has spent over a decade teaching and showing in Europe and obtained a German Trainers certification from the Westfalian Rider and Driving School in Münster Germany. Her extensive knowledge comes from growing up around horses and working with former Olympians and top international riders Laura Kraut and Katie Prudent. Originally from Fairfax Station, VA, Kama Godek is a graduate from the College of Charleston with a focus on international markets. She currently divides her time between her facilities in Wellington Florida, Münster Germany and
Leesburg VA. Between her travels and the Florida heat, one of Kama’s staples in her barn is the Benefab® Rejuvenate SmartScrim.
