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Race Horsing Trainer Jason Olmstead
From Jockey to Top Trainer: Jason Olmstead’s Winning Formula (EP. 70)

From Jockey to Top Trainer: Jason Olmstead’s Winning Formula (EP. 70)

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In this exciting 70th episode of Harnessing Your Wealth, host Billy Peterson interviews Jason Olmstead, a prominent horse trainer. Jason Olmstead grew up surrounded by horse racing, with his grandparents training racehorses. His family’s roots in the industry laid the foundation for his future career. “I fell in love with it from day one,” Jason recalls, reflecting on his childhood. Jason shares insights on training philosophies, the significance of soundness in horses, and the loyalty of quarter horse owners. Jason’s training career has been marked by impressive achievements. His ability to maintain long-term relationships with clients has been a key factor in his success. “What I’m most proud of is we still train for a lot of the same people that we originally trained for that gave us our first chances,” he shares. This loyalty and dedication to his clients and their horses have fostered a supportive community around his training stable.

Takeaways

  • Harnessing Your Wealth is about more than just money.
  • Jason Olmsted’s journey in horse racing began with his grandparents.
  • The importance of family support in a racing career.
  • Quarter horses often have more loyal owners than thoroughbreds.
  • Building relationships with riders is key to a successful stable.
  • Learning from mistakes is part of the training process.
  • Fear of failure can drive success in competitive environments.
  • The next generation of riders is essential for the future of racing.

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After a successful career as a jockey, Jason transitioned to training, a move that seemed almost inevitable. Jason Olmstead and his wife Amber own Circle JA Racing Ranch in Pryor, Okla. He had the most Quarter Horse wins of any trainer here in 2023. Jason grew up in horse racing. His grandfather was a trainer and all he ever wanted to do was be a jockey. He has the honor of winning the AQHA Racing’s 2021 Blane Schvaneveldt Champion Trainer award. Jason and Amber Olmstead are among the Class of 2022 inductees into the Canterbury Park Hall of Fame.

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James Dexter Creator of Stable Pro
Harnessing Technology in the Horse Industry with James Dexter (EP. 59)

Harnessing Technology in the Horse Industry with James Dexter (EP. 59)

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In this episode, Billy and Shaun interview James Dexter, the founder and CEO of Stable Pro, a software solution designed to help horse trainers manage their businesses more efficiently. James shares his journey of identifying a problem in the horse industry related to invoicing and scheduling, leading to the creation of Stable Pro. The conversation covers marketing strategies, features of the software, client interaction, and future goals for expanding the platform to better serve the horse community.

Highlights Include: 

  • Stable Pro addresses the paperwork challenges faced by horse trainers.
  • James Dexter’s journey began with a passion for the horse industry.
  • The importance of getting started and learning through experience.
  • Stable Pro offers features for managing horses’ health and wellness.
  • Future goals include connecting with breeder registries and expanding services.
  • James emphasizes the passion and dedication behind building Stable Pro.

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James Dexter, a lifelong Nevadan, has been immersed in the horse industry from an early age, continuing a family legacy of equine breeding and ranching that spans generations. As the owner of Fifty Horse Ranch and Chief Pharmacist at the Fallon Paiute & Shoshone Health Clinic, he balances his passion for horses with his expertise in healthcare. Through his close work with horse trainers, James recognized a critical need for modern business solutions tailored to the equine industry, leading him to create STABLE pro. Founded in 2023 and headquartered in Fallon, Nevada, STABLE pro is an all-in-one business management platform designed specifically for equine professionals. The platform streamlines operations by offering automated billing, horse care tracking, scheduling, team management, trip planning with expense tracking, insurance integration, and secure file storage. By prioritizing trainer-driven innovation, STABLE pro delivers tailored solutions designed for efficiency and success, enriching the equine community.

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