INVESTORS
1. Brian Crosby
**Title:** Managing Partner, Traub Capital Partners
**Based in:** New York, NY
**Why:** Led the 2022 acquisition of HITS Horse Shows. Specializes in lifestyle and experiential ventures. Instrumental in elevating equestrian events through strategic private equity funding.
Brian Crosby, (646) 723-2955, bcrosby@traubcapitalpartners.com
2. Tom Struzzieri
**Title:** CEO, HITS Horse Shows
**Based in:** Saugerties & Manhattan, NY
**Why:** One of the most influential equestrian entrepreneurs in the country; retained leadership after Traub’s investment. Controls five major U.S. equestrian venues.
3. Georgina Bloomberg
**Title:** Professional Show Jumper & Philanthropist
**Based in:** Manhattan & North Salem, NY
**Why:** Longtime investor and advocate in equestrian sports and horse welfare; active through Bloomberg Philanthropies, which funded GallopNYC’s equestrian therapy expansion.
4. Scott Peters
**Title:** Managing Partner, Growth Catalyst Partners
**Based in:** New York, NY
**Why:** Leads investments in sports and media properties; backed Equine Network and related equestrian media ventures.
5. Jerry Zaro
**Title:** Board Member, New York Racing Association (NYRA); Equine Investor & Attorney
**Based in:** Harrison, NY
**Why:** NYRA board appointee by Governor Hochul; active breeder and horse owner with strong real estate and legal influence in NY’s racing infrastructure.
6. Earle I. Mack
**Title:** Real Estate Investor, Former U.S. Ambassador, Racehorse Owner
**Based in:** New York City
**Why:** Prominent thoroughbred owner and philanthropist supporting equine safety and urban equestrian development through charitable foundations.
7. C. Steven Duncker
**Title:** Former Partner at Goldman Sachs; Trustee, The Jockey Club Safety Net Foundation
**Based in:** New York, NY
**Why:** High-level investor and steward in The Jockey Club; has financed racehorse breeding and equestrian education programs.
8. Larry Fink
**Title:** CEO, BlackRock; North Salem Equestrian Property Owner
**Based in:** New York City & North Salem, NY
**Why:** Owns one of Westchester’s largest equestrian estates and invests in sustainable sport infrastructure with local horse community ties.
9. Steve Rattner
**Title:** Chairman, Willett Advisors (Michael Bloomberg’s family office)
**Based in:** New York City
**Why:** Oversees Bloomberg philanthropic and investment portfolios, including land and equestrian asset management in North Salem.
10. Tina Marie Bond
**Title:** President, New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (NYTHA)
**Based in:** Saratoga & New York, NY
**Why:** Represents the business interests of equine owners and trainers; key influencer in racehorse economics and safety policies.
50 people based in New York and the Hamptons** who are notable for their involvement in **show jumping, polo, or dressage** as of 2025
Show Jumpers (New York & Hamptons – 20)
1. McLain Ward – Olympic gold medalist, based in Brewster, NY
2. Jessica Springsteen – Grand Prix jumper, rides for the U.S. national team
3. Georgina Bloomberg – International show jumper, based in Manhattan & North Salem
4. Kent Farrington – Olympic medalist, trains frequently in Hudson Valley & East Hampton
5. Natalie Dean – Young American jumper competing in LGCT New York
6. Adrienne Sternlicht – Show jumper from Greenwich, competes in NY events
7. Laura Kraut – Rider and U.S. Equestrian Team member appearing in New York LGCT
8. Marilyn Little – Multi-discipline jumper and eventer competing in New York
9. Brian Moggre – American show jumper frequently riding at Silo Ridge and LGCT NYC
10. Spencer Smith – Grand Prix competitor with HHS Seattle
11. Lucy Deslauriers – Rising international jumper based in North Salem
12. Eve Jobs – U.S. rider and Cornell alum frequently competing in NY Grand Prix events
13. Adrienne Iverson – Show jumper active across NY and Hamptons competitions
14. Samantha Kasowitz – Amateur Grand Prix competitor at Hamptons Classic
15. Alexandra Crown – NY-based international show jumper
16. Alix Morrison – Competes regionally at Silo Ridge and Old Salem Farm
17. Kristen VanderVeen – Winner at HITS Hudson Valley events
18. Ali Wolff – Top competitor in CSI5* New York competitions
19. Catherine Tyree – Grand Prix rider who trains seasonally in North Salem
20. Mavis Spencer – Competitive jumper, regular at Hampton Classic
Polo Players (New York & Hamptons – 15)
21. Nacho Figueras – Argentine professional and Hamptons Polo Club ambassador
22. Mariano Aguerre – High-goal player, Meadow Brook Polo Club
23. Nic Roldan – Top U.S. celebrity polo player, competes in Hamptons & Greenwich
24. Melissa Ganzi – Patron of Grand Champions Polo and New York circuit events
25. Grant Ganzi – Professional NY player following major East Coast tournaments
26. Peter Brant – White Birch Polo Team owner and art collector in Greenwich/NYC
27. Nacho Novillo Astrada – Competes in Bridgehampton and Saratoga circuits
28. Harrison Fredericks – NY polo athlete (Cornell University team)
29. Matthew Hirsch – Scarsdale-based collegiate polo player, Cornell
30. Ezra James – Up-and-coming polo player, based in New York City
31. Martin Revelo – New York native and Cornell polo team member
32. Anthony Condo Jr. – Head coach at Cornell Polo overseeing players in NY region
33. Juan Bollini – Professional player and coach active in Bridgehampton summers
34. Kip Lafferty – Founder, New York Polo Club at Bethpage State Park
35. Malcolm Borwick – International player appearing at Hamptons polo exhibitions
Dressage Riders (New York State – 15)
36. Allison Brock – Olympic bronze medalist in dressage; conducts clinics in NY
37. Catherine Haddad-Staller – Grand Prix dressage rider and trainer in Hudson Valley
38. Olivia LaGoy-Weltz – Top U.S. rider competing in NY CDI events
39. Ashley Holzer – Canadian Olympian based in Wellington & New York
40. Michael Bragdell – Trainer who frequently judges New York dressage shows
41. Rita Brown – Recognized Century Club rider of ENYDCTA (Albany area)
42. Linda Oatman – ENYDCTA member and dressage competitor in Ballston Spa
43. Stephanie Bloom – Treasurer and active rider within ENYDCTA
44. Ruth Hogan-Poulsen – Upper-level trainer operating New York clinics
45. Christian Zimmermann – Dressage athlete competing in NY regional events
46. Sarah Lorenzini – USDF competitor at Trilogy Equestrian Center in Malta, NY
47. Annika Ryer – Marist University Equestrian Team; active in IHSA dressage circuit
48. Brendan Barrett – Hunter-jumper and dressage competitor at Marist, based in Brewster
49. Clare Knapp – Head coach, Crosswinds Equestrian Center, LaGrangeville
50. Ashley Puglise – Co-captain of Marist’s equestrian team, active regional dressage competitor.
TOP 20
Ranked short list of the top 20 New York–based investors.
1. Courtside Ventures
**Why:** NYC sports tech VC investing in fitness, wellness, and niche athletic performance startups. Portfolio includes Draftea and fitness technology firms.
**Fit:** Experiential training and simulator technology align with their “connected athlete” thesis.
2. Traub Capital Partners
**Why:** Lead investor in HITS Horse Shows; specializes in lifestyle and luxury recreation.
**Fit:** Deep experience with equestrian sports management and event commercialization.
3. Growth Catalyst Partners
**Why:** Equity owner of Equine Network; active in equestrian media, performance, and analytics platforms.
**Fit:** Strategic investor for digital expansion and simulator partnerships.
4. Wellington Lifestyle Partners (WLP)
**Why:** Developer of luxury equestrian communities; NYC‑based with wellness‑real‑estate portfolio.
**Fit:** Strong alignment for E‑Horse’s Manhattan flagship and clientele targeting.
5. WhiteHorse Capital
**Why:** NY‑based mid‑market debt and equity fund active in leisure and sports performance businesses.
**Fit:** Ideal partner for funding physical facility build‑out.
6. New York Angels
**Why:** Most active early‑stage angel group in the city, open to innovative health and experiential startups.
**Fit:** Seed bridge and syndicate co‑investment potential.
7. L Catterton
**Why:** Global private equity leader in fitness and luxury lifestyle (Equinox, Peloton).
**Fit:** Strategic later‑stage partner for scale and franchise model.
8. Pegasus Capital Advisors
**Why:** Focused on sustainability, wellness, and eco‑infrastructure.
**Fit:** Could fund E‑Horse’s sustainability and rehabilitation systems.
9. SeventySix Capital
**Why:** Sports and media investor with experience in connected athlete platforms.
**Fit:** Smart coaching and simulator data stack funding opportunity.
10. ADvantage Sports Tech Fund
**Why:** Invests in athlete‑centric technologies improving training and engagement.
**Fit:** Simulator hardware/software‑as‑a‑service concept closely fits portfolio.
11. Manna Tree Partners
**Why:** Health and human performance investor expanding into biomechanics and wellness startups.
**Fit:** Backer for human performance‑driven E‑Horse platform.
12. Insight Partners
**Why:** NYC‑based VC with active sports analytics and fitness software portfolio.
**Fit:** App data/AI riding analytics integration potential.
13. RedBird Capital
**Why:** Sports investment powerhouse; in teams, leagues, and performance companies.
**Fit:** Strategic branding and athlete partnerships.
14. The Tech Equestrian / SP Rhodes Startup Fund
**Why:** Early‑stage industry alliance matching equestrian tech startups with capital.
**Fit:** Connection point for pilot installations and horse tech investor introductions.
15. Madison Ventures+
**Why:** Manhattan fund investing in luxury wellness and hospitality real estate.
**Fit:** Perfect for high‑end fitness space rollout.
16. Harlem Capital
**Why:** NY vice fund supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs in health/wellness ecosystems.
**Fit:** Suitable for diverse, inclusive brand positioning of E‑Horse.
17. Bessemer Venture Partners
**Why:** One of the largest NYC VCs, frequent supporter of consumer‑fitness tech startups.
**Fit:** Potential scale investor for digital simulator subscription arm.[1]
18. Raine Group
**Why:** Focused on sports, media, and experience innovation.
**Fit:** Crossover investor for brand expansion and app engagement play.
19. Empire State Development Equine Initiative
**Why:** NY state‑backed funding arm supporting equine facility innovation.[18][19]
**Fit:** Access to development incentives for Manhattan or Long Island expansion.
20. Tenth Avenue Holdings
**Why:** Private holdings group investing in wellness, active lifestyle, and real assets.
**Fit:** Family‑office style capital suited to permanent brand equity ownership.