Our Team
Choosing a trainer for you and your horse can be tough. You'll also be looking for a team of professionals who understands your goals and your horse's abilities. Our team has years of experience in every aspect of the hunter and jumper industries, and the resources and networks to help your riding take flight.
Jack Nash
President
Jack Nash is a seasoned professional in the equine industry, boasting over 20 years of experience. Hailing from Memphis, TN, he discovered his passions for riding at the age of 13, focusing on hunters and jumpers. His formative years as a junior and amateur rider were shaped by accomplished coaches such as David Pellegrini, Michael Tokaruk, Jason Schnelle, and Norman Dello Joio. Jack's competitive spirit led him to qualify for and perform in prestigious events such as the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, Washington International Horse Show, and The National Horse Show, spanning the Equitation, Hunter, and Jumper divisions. Notably, at just 16 years old, he made history by becoming the youngest rider to compete in and place in the $25,000 Grand Prix of Germantown. Additionally, he represented USEF Zone 4 in the 2006 North American Young Rider's Championships, where his team earned a commendable sixth place finish. Throughout his career, Jack has accumulated numerous awards at both the Zone 4 and National level.
Jack's officiating journey began in 2005, when he was invited to judge for the MegFord series in Germantown, a role he has diligently maintained while also expanding his expertise in course design, announcing, and show management. In 2016, he founded Pegasus Productions, aiming to collaborate with farm owners and horse show managers to deliver exceptional shows efficiently, enabling young riders and horses to prepare for national level competitions. He currently holds several key positions including Course Designer and Show Manager for the Interscholastic Equestrian Association Hunt Seat Nationals, Jumper Judge for the Great Southwest Texas Hunter / Jumper Series, Announcer for the Harmon Classics Horse Show Series, Technical Coordinator for the Stable View Horse Shows in Aiken, and Announcer for the National Horse Show in Lexington. Jack also lends his voice as a color commentator for the St. Louis National Charity Horse Show and Colonial Classic Local Champions Finals. As a USEF "r" Jumper Judge, he officiates numerous additional competitions each year across the country. Jack and the team at Pegasus Productions also host several locally rated competitions at The Kentucky Horse Park, for more information, visit our "Shows" page.
Kelsey Sloan
Vice President
Kelsey Sloan has been riding since the age of 2. Since then she has amassed countless victories and championships in the WTHJA, MTHJA, and KHJA circuits. She won the David Q. Wright Memorial Equitation Challenge in 2015 and was Zone 5 IHSA Champion in the Intermediate Division going on to Nationals representing Middle Tennessee State University the same year. In 2017, she finished third in the USEF / Cacchione Cup at IHSA Nationals at the Kentucky Horse Park. Kelsey graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a degree in Equine Science in 2018.
As a former manager of the MTSU Equestrian Team, Kelsey coordinated the efforts of her team at several IHSA shows including hosting several at the Raider's home, Tennessee Miller Coliseum in Murfreesboro, TN. In 2015, Jack asked Kelsey to become Vice President of Operations of Pegasus Productions, adding show management experience to her list of accolades.
Kelsey is a frequently sought after rider of young and problem horses and oversees the daily training of developing horses alongside Kimmy Risser at Hickory Manor Farm in Paris, KY. She is available for lessons and clinics, and travels to compete at several USEF rated competitions throughout the year at The Virgina Horse Center, HITS Ocala, The National Horse Show, The World Equestrian Center, and The Kentucky Horse Park.
