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International Hoof-Care Summit to be Held as Virtual Event for 2021

November 13, 2020 | Posted in Education

With recent developments regarding safety restrictions at the Duke Energy Convention Center (DECC) and the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati, and how these restrictions would affect attendee experiences the International Hoof-Care Summit has decided to switch from live in-person to a virtual event in 2021.

2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

Improve Your Cashflow and Limit Late Payers

Esco Buff offers strategies for addressing delinquent accounts during the 2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

November 10, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

Want to spend less time chasing down delinquent accounts and more time shoeing horses? This Farrier Business Success Academy session offers advice on ways to improve your cashflow and get paid on time.

2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

Building a Plan to Fit Your Goals

David Barron hones in on principles that promote business success during the 2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

November 4, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

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. Learn about the principles that are true across any small business that promote success.

2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

American Farriers Journal to Host Second Annual Farrier Business Success Academy November 20-22, 2020

Today’s foremost equine hoof-care and business professionals to share practical strategies for operating a successful, profitable and growing footcare practice.

November 4, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

Get trusted ideas and advice during a series of knowledge-building video sessions taught by some of the most widely recognized footcare business authorities today. Requiring no travel time away from your practice, no hotel expenses and no registration fee to attend, the Farrier Business Success Academy allows for in-depth, expense-free education through a unique online learning format.

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Don’t Get Ghosted: How to Keep Quality Clients

Teri Wilber of Florida Farrier Services shares her top client retention strategies during the 2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

October 30, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

The reasons clients come and go vary – and some turnover is inevitable in any business. But what is the secret to keeping quality clients on your books?

2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

Financial Basics to Gain Financial Freedom

Andrew DeVisser shares how to avoid financial pitfalls and make smart financial decisions during the 2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

October 28, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

When operating a business, it can be easy to overlook the real financial responsibilities you will have, including the financial future, both yours and that of your business. Starting with a strong foundation in personal finance will help you set yourself up for long-term success.

2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

Don't Leave Your Future to Chance

Attorney Dera Johnsen-Tracy offers estate planning tips during the 2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

October 20, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

What will happen to your business if you become incapacitated or pass away? What about your horses? The decisions you make now can protect your business and your animals, while making things as easy as possible for your family member and loved ones if the unthinkable happens.

2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

Liability Can Ruin Your Practice

Attorney and farrier, Todd Santoro, explains liability in terms of hoof care work during the 2020 Farrier Business Success Academy

October 20, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

Liability is a legal threat for any hoof-care practitioner. Todd Santoro, CF, APF-I, who is an attorney and has been a farrier since 1994, has a unique insight into the potential legal challenges farriers may face.

Danvers Child

From The Desk Of AFJ

Farriery Doesn’t Have to be a Tug of War

By Danvers Child, CJF posted on February 29, 2020 | Posted in Education

The International Hoof-Care Summit recently concluded, and I have a question. Why do you go to the mid-winter farrier conference? I think the typical response is going to be that "I came for continuing education." That's what we did. We all came here for continuing education. But what are you continuing?

Webinar Replay

International Hoof-Care Summit Q&A with Previous Attendee, Mark Aikens

January 15, 2020

Based on audience feedback, Jeremy hosted another informational Q&A on Monday, Jan. 13 to provide additional information about the 2020 International Hoof-Care Summit. During this informal and unscripted discussion, Jeremy was joined by previous attendee and British farrier, Mark Aikens from Norwich, England, to share some tips for attendees on making the most of their experience at the Summit, as well as solid reasons for those who have yet to attend on why they can’t miss this year.

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