Volume 6 | September 26, 2024 | 117 Days To Go
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Hosted by American Farriers Journal
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January 21-24, 2025 | Kansas City, Missouri
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Check out the latest Summit news and updates below.
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With registration tracking 50% ahead of last year, this is a gentle reminder to book your hotel room sooner rather than later to get the special International Hoof-Care Summit rate. We just received the most recent room pickup report, and the block is already filling up!
Here's what one recent hotel visitor had to say on TripAdvisor about the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center...
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviewed Jul 27, 2024
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"We were here with a large conference. My very favorite thing was the Lync that linked you to almost everything - other conference hotels, Crown Center shopping/eating, Union Station, aquarium, Legoland, Hallmark Visitors Center, etc. I never had to get on the street unless I wanted to. But when we did, the free trolley was fantastic to get around on.
We were given a room on the 40th floor. What an amazing view! The room was very clean and spacious. Had a mini fridge and coffee maker. I was pleased by the amount of outlets and USB ports. The bed and linens were comfortable. The bathroom was clean and had great lighting. I loved the products they provided (Gilchrist and Soames bath gel, lotion, shampoo, conditioner and hand soap). The room was quiet, and you didn’t hear hall noise and such like with other hotels.
The bar/restaurant in the hotel had delicious appetizers. (I have never seen wings so large!) This hotel is older, but you can tell that they have worked hard to keep it beautiful, clean and updated. The staff (housekeeping, bar, bell staff, maintenance and front desk) was always so pleasant! We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again."
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The discounted room rate is $169 per night for conference attendees. To reserve your room call (888) 236-2427 and mention "Lessiter Publications: International Hoof-Care Summit." Or book you room online by clicking the button below.
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Drew Lessiter
Event Planner
International Hoof-Care Summit
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"It's an event not to be missed, to network and meet farriers from around the world."
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- Derek Poupard, Sarasota, Fla.
2024 IHCS Exhibitor, 3D HoofCare
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Dos & Don’ts for Apprentices & Young Professionals
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Success in the hoof-care industry hinges as much on business practices and customer services as it does on your farriery skills. U.S. Olympic Eventing Team farrier Beck Ratte offers a wide range of best practices for apprentices and young professionals that will set you up for success.
You’ll Learn: Practical protocols and advice that help you build and maintain your career.
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Over 75% of the Trade Show Floor is Sold!
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Don't Wait! Reserve Your Exhibit Space Today
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Booth space gets booked weekly. Availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Red booths pictured above denote space already reserved. When you reserve your spot now, you’ll have the best chance of securing your preferred location on the Trade Show floor.
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The Summit Trade Show runs Jan. 22-23, 2025. To secure your space, click on the "Reserve Your Booth" button below. For questions about your exhibitor contract application or other information, call Amy Johnson at 262-957-6552 or email ajohnson@lessitermedia.com.
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Announcing the Halls of Fame Class of 2025 To Be Recognized At The Summit
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The International Horseshoeing and Equine Veterinarian Halls of Fame honor farriers and equine vets from around the world who have made significant contributions to the profession and who have left a permanent, positive impression on their peers and clients.
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Nigel Fennell, FWCF (Hons)
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Dusty Franklin, CJF, AWCF, ASF
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Travis Burns, CJF (TE, EE), FWCF
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“I've been exhibiting at the Summit for 20 years, and this year will be no different. All the people I do business with and need to see will be in Kansas City this January.”
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- Returning IHCS Exhibitor
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SPONSORED SESSION HIGHLIGHTS
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Henry Heymering Legacy Lecture
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Patten Bar Shoe Benefits & How to Forge it
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The patten bar is an extremely useful shoe in several therapeutic situations.
International Horseshoeing Hall of Famer Chris Gregory examines the scenarios appropriate for this appliance, its purpose, as well as demonstrate how you can make it.
You'll Learn: The appropriate uses for the patten bar shoe and how they can include it in their shoeing toolbox.
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Burney Chapman Memorial Lecture
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The Heart Bar: The Most Important Shoe in My Toolbox
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When Lubbock, Texas, farrier Burney Chapman reintroduced the heart-bar shoe, Pennsylvania farrier Steve Teichman was among the many who listened intently.
Over the years, the heart bar became Teichman’s go-to shoe, both in his private hoof-care practice and as the farrier for the U.S. Equestrian Team. Teichman explains the situations when he used the heart bar, why its importance endures and how he applies this revolutionary appliance.
You'll Learn: Burney Chapman’s legacy and how to integrate the shoe into their hoof-care repertoire.
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How to Use Nutrition to Build a Better Foot
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When people think of nutrition for feet, biotin is at the top of the list. However, forage type, mineral balance, protein quality and gut health are equally, if not more, important. Dr. Clair Thunes of Clarity Equine Nutrition explores how they contribute to building better feet, as well as questions you can ask your clients to determine if they need to make changes to their horse’s diets.
You’ll Learn: how to improve your business and the feet you work on.
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Benefits & Application of the Split Shoe
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Hooves are not made of stone but of flexible material that bends with the movement of the horse. Crucial for blood flow and relieving stress on other parts of the body, you want to use a shoe that allows the hoof to do what it needs to do, not to act like static rocks just holding these horses upright.
Dr. Bart Halsberghe of Aalter, Belgium, and Didier Rondelez of Anzegem, Belgium, discuss the science, anatomical benefits and their experiences when applying the split shoe.
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Strategic Traction Placement for Road Horse Conformation
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Traction and its placement are vitally important for the health and performance of the road horse.
Sugarcreek, Ohio, farrier Conrad Kaufman details how and why he effectively positions traction devices that keep the conformation of the road horse in mind.
You'll Learn: Placement of traction devices for optimal health and performance of road horses.
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Educational Partner & A La Carte Sponsorship Opportunities Available
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Don't miss out on any further promotional inclusion for the 2025 Summit if being an Educational Partner interests you. There are three levels to choose from — Gold, Silver and Bronze.
There are also numerous a la carte sponsorship opportunities that might resonate at varying price points.
Registration is tracking 50% ahead of last year, and there's so much buzz and excitement around the new Kansas City location.
Please give Michael Ellis a call at 262-777-2432 or email at mellis@lessitermedia.com for more details about this once-a-year opportunity. The sooner your company secures a spot, the more exposure you’ll receive throughout the entire promotional period leading up to the January event.
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There are a limited number of Gold Educational Partner slots still available to maximize the impact to your business and the excitement surrounding the 2025 Summit.
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Still Need to Book Your Exhibitor Booth?
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Client Services & Trade Show Coordinator
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Interested In Sponsorship Opportunities?
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Thank You to Our 2025 Educational Partners
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