On the heels of launching ticket sales for Equestricon 2017, event organizers released a list of more than 30 key sponsor and partner commitments for the inaugural international racing convention, fan festival and trade show, it was announced Wednesday. The list of “Signature Event Partners,” representing leading organizations from all corners of the industry, includes Breeders' Cup, New York Racing Association (NYRA), Daily Racing Form (DRF), America's Best Racing (ABR), National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, and official charity partner Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA). Equestricon will be held in Saratoga Springs Aug. 13-15.
“We're thrilled to support, promote and assist the passionate team at Equestricon in making this inaugural fan convention a huge success,” said Peter Rotondo, Vice President of Content for Breeders' Cup.
The complete initial list of Equestricon partners and sponsors can be found at Equestricon.com. Also newly listed on the site are more than two dozen exhibitors–covering a range of racing products, services and other businesses–that are confirmed as participants of the event.
“We are humbled and absolutely thrilled about the support we've received from so many key players in the industry,” said Equestricon co-founder Justin Nicholson. “Every bit of support goes a long way in making this event exactly what we've designed it to be–the fans deserve that, as well as the horseplayers, prospective owners and everyone else who'll be at Equestricon.”
As the official charity partner of Equestricon, the TAA and its accredited organizations will be widely involved in the convention. Organizers indicated more announcements regarding its support for TAA were forthcoming.
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