There are a lot of things to consider when operating your own business. Some of these considerations are specific to hoof care, but many are the same from one small business to another across industries. 

During the online 2020 Farrier Business Success Academy, insurance broker David J. Barron, CJF, APF, explains the principles that are true across any small business that promote success.

Baron is an insurance broker for Mainguard Insurance Group, Snohomish, Wash., and a certified journeyman farrier. Mainguard Insurance Group is an independent insurance broker serving businesses and individuals in the state of Washington. Mainguard Insurance Group is based on the core principles of service, resources, knowledge, honesty and communication. Barron offers global insight into the workings of farrier businesses, as well as small business needs.

The 2020 Farrier Business Success Academy is an online event 100% focused on providing you with successful business management strategies through a convenient online event learning format requiring no travel time or expense to experience. All that is necessary is an internet connection and a digital device such as a smartphone, laptop, tablet, or other device capable of viewing the online presentation videos. To provide attendees with an educational experience to fit their specific needs and schedule, there are two registration options for this event:

• Attendees can register for free and gain access to all 8 Farrier Business Success Academy on-demand presentations for 3 days only, November 20-22, 2020.
• A VIP upgrade is available for $49 and gives attendees extended access for 12 months to all presentations, access to 8 highly-rated presentations from the 2019 Farrier Business Success Academy and 4 Free Hoof-Care Management Reports offering practical ideas and advice. Registration and program details can be found here.

Title sponsors making the Farrier Business Success Academy possible include Equilox, Kauffman's, Dechra, Meader Supply Corp. and Wrangler.