NWHA National News June 2019 | Page 3

Our Judges Committee was also hard at work the last several months with discussions surrounding The National 2019 Judges Slate. Their goal is to provide a recommended slate to the Board of Directors that includes (4) candidates that they believe will provide the highest quality judging, consistency in judging and compliance to our judging rules and regulations. They work to choose candidates who they believe will act professional in all situations, and display the highest integrity, honesty and good moral character. Ideally, their selections will represent a regionally diverse group, with demonstrated knowledge and experience. Please look to the National Judges slate and biographies later in this edition. I want to thank each of you for your continued support and dedication to NWHA, our affiliated and sanctioned events – and most importantly to our sound horses. Personally, I’m proud to be a member of the National Walking Horse Association. And I’m firmly committed to its steadfast success and growth. I’m confident each of you as members will propel us forward even faster. I look forward to working with each of you throughout the coming year. Please continue to share your thoughts and ideas as we move forward. Let’s make it a great year for NWHA together! COMING TOGETHER is the beginning. KEEPING TOGETHER is progress. WORKING TOGETHER is success. Henry Ford Amy Spinelli-Olson NWHA President NWHA National News / June 2019 3