Kim has dedicated her passion for horses with her professional background as the Director of Strategic Growth for Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga. Kim joined THS in January 2024 after a rewarding tenure as Director of Donor Engagement at the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. Prior to the TRF, Kim’s professional experience included a range of industries including independent school education, international private banking, technology, export promotion, foreign direct investment/ economic development, venture capital and trade association management. Kim holds two B.S. degrees from the University of Virginia as well as an M.B.A. through the Mason School of Business, at the College of Williams & Mary. Kim grew up riding and competing show hunters in southern California, and her love for horses has remained a constant anchor for all her professional and philanthropic pursuits. 

Libby Andon is the VP of Operations at Attune Agriculture. Prior to her work at Attune, Libby grew TIC Gums into a multi-facility operation committed to local growth and economic stability in Maryland as well as overseas. Libby’s experience growing a local family business into an international corporation allows her to share her expertise in streamlining operations and expansion to Saddle Up Scholars. Returning to the saddle after years away from horses, Libby is looking forward to being involved in an equestrian-based philanthropic endeavor.

Betsy is currently the VP, Finance for Scoutlogic and is an experienced finance professional with a history of success in the startup & technology industries. Betsy brings her skills in management, process improvement, audit, and financial analysis. As a strong accounting professional with an active CPA & an MBA from the University of Maryland's Smith School of Business, Betsy provides a host of services to the Saddle Up Scholars board. Prior to her professional career, Betsy competed at the FEI level in three-day eventing, where she also managed the stables of U.S. Olympians Karen and David O’Connor. Today Betsy still enjoys riding and foxhunting in the Greenspring Valley of Maryland.

Gabbi works as a creative technologist for streamlining workplaces and their integration of technology with expertise in CRM implementation. Outside of her professional career, Gabbi has been an advocate for diversity in horse sports; she has been a facilitator and co-host of online discussions through The Plaid Horse about initiatives regarding inclusion and representation of people of color in the horse show world. She was a founding member of the U.S. Hunter Jumper Association Diversity Task Force. She is a co-host of the “Slightly Stable Podcast” and competes in the “A” hunter circuit in Texas and Florida with top trainer Berry Porter. 

Barbara Ann Merryman is an Assistant Public Defender with the Maryland Office of the Public Defenders, where she represents youth in both juvenile and adult court. Her career reflects a longstanding commitment to empowering underserved youth through education, mentorship, and advocacy. Prior to practicing law, she spent four years as a special education teacher, case manager, and coach in Memphis, Tennessee. Barbara Ann earned her Juris Doctor from Washington and Lee University School of Law, where she served as President of the Public Interest Law Students Association and a student attorney in the Criminal Justice Clinic. She also holds a Bachelor's in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. Throughout her academic and professional career, Barbara Ann has remained deeply involved in community service, including volunteering with animal welfare and food rescue organizations. As a new member of the Saddle Up Scholars Board and lifelong equestrian, she is passionate about expanding educational opportunities and supporting students as they pursue their academic and personal goals.