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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ken Weingartner Media Relations Harness Racing Communications U.S. Trotting Association www.ustrotting.com 732-780-3700

USTA, HARNESS RACING MUSEUM TO HOST EQUINE JOB FAIR APRIL 29

Seeking employment in the horse world? The U.S. Trotting Association and Harness Racing Museum will hold an equine job fair from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 29. The event, which will have representatives from about 20 potential employers, will be held at the museum, located at 240 Main Street in Goshen, New York.

Job seekers are asked to bring at least 25 copies of their resume and to be prepared to meet potential employers. Those who do not have a prepared résumé will be offered assistance in completing a standard application and provided with copies.

Standardbred farms and other industry employers from New York and neighboring states will be represented at the job fair, including top breeders Hanover Shoe Farms and Blue Chip Farm. Job opportunities might be current, future, seasonal, part time, or permanent. A full list of potential employers will be announced when finalized.

"The USTA recognizes this is a very labor-intensive industry; horses need skilled care every day of the year," says USTA Executive Vice President Mike Tanner. "We're pleased to join forces with the Museum to put together those who need help at their farms and stables with those who want to work in the horse industry."

"The Harness Racing Museum encourages interest in the sport and supports its local constituents," says Ebby Gerry, museum president. "Our relationship with the community has always been close; this positive plan to match those looking for employment with Standardbred farms that are, in many cases, desperately in need of workers, will be rewarding for all concerned."

For more information, contact Katie Vermilyea, Education Coordinator, at hrmlibrary2@gmail.com or call 845-294-6330.