Arabian Horse Association

Greenwood Village, CO ยท Founded 2003

Registers and promotes purebred Arabian, Half-Arabian, and Anglo-Arabian horses through breeding standards and competitions

Primary audience
Horse breeders
Work area
Breed registry
Topic
Animal breeding
Contact
Leslie Lockard

About Organization

The Arabian Horse Association serves as the official registry and membership organization for Arabian horse breeders, owners, and exhibitors across the United States. Based in Greenwood Village, CO, the organization operates with 43 employees and 24 volunteers, managing an annual budget of $10.8 million. Founded in 2003, it maintains breed standards, organizes competitions, and provides educational resources for the Arabian horse community.

What They Focus On

Breed Preservation

Maintains purebred Arabian horse standards through registry services, pedigree verification, and genetic documentation for future generations

Competition Excellence

Promotes Arabian horses through sanctioned shows, exhibitions, and performance events that showcase breed qualities and member achievements

Member Support

Provides breeders and owners with educational resources, networking opportunities, and professional guidance for Arabian horse care and breeding

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$10.8M

-1.8% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$10.1M

+21.7% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$9.5M

+5.6% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

43

-2.3% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $10,843,157 $10,085,636 $9,510,563 43
2022 $11,037,993 $8,290,131 $9,005,960 44
2021 $11,582,764 $9,129,457 $7,104,818 47
2020 $8,837,189 $8,259,074 $5,279,381 43
2019 $9,923,822 $10,079,746 $3,728,345 50
2018 $9,145,288 $10,088,401 $4,082,827 54
2017 $9,940,035 $10,394,528 $4,355,406 56

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Registration

    Members register horses with verified pedigrees to maintain official breed records and lineage documentation

  • 02

    Standards Enforcement

    The organization verifies breed standards through inspections and documentation to ensure Arabian bloodline integrity

  • 03

    Competition Sanctioning

    Approved shows and exhibitions are organized where registered horses compete under established judging criteria

  • 04

    Community Support

    Members receive ongoing education, networking opportunities, and resources to advance their breeding and exhibition goals

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Arabian Horse Association

Horse Registry Services

Maintains official records and pedigrees for purebred Arabian, Half-Arabian, and Anglo-Arabian horses across the United States

Competition and Shows

Organizes and sanctions Arabian horse exhibitions, performance events, and breed competitions for members nationwide

Breeding Standards

Establishes and enforces breed standards to preserve Arabian horse genetics and promote quality breeding practices

Member Education

Provides training resources and educational materials for breeders, owners, and exhibitors on horse care and breeding

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Arabian Horse Association.

LL

Leslie Lockard

Sr Director
Full-time
Compensation: $118,091
DJ

Deborah Johnson

President
1 hrs/week
RS

Robert S Morey

Executive Di
Full-time
Compensation: $166,360
BS

Bradley Short

Finance Dire
Full-time
Compensation: $132,793
DF

Deborah Fuentes

Registrar/Di
Full-time
Compensation: $129,559
BJ

Bruce Johnson

VP At Large
1 hrs/week
CJ

Carla Jackson

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
CR

Charles Rickart

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
CL

Cheryl Lane-Caron

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
CG

Cricket Gates

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
DO

Debbie Orr Price

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
DC

Deborah Cinotto

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
DE

Duane Esser

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
GM

Gretchen McDaniel

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
HH

Hillary Hoffman

Reg Dir Elec
1 hrs/week
JP

Jim Porcher

Reg Dir Elec
1 hrs/week
JS

John Simmons

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
JS

Joshua Schildroth

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
JH

Julie Hedden

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
KR

Katie Russell

Reg Dir Elec
1 hrs/week
LA

Laurie Ann Salmi

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
LB

Lisa Blackstone

Vice Preside
1 hrs/week
ML

Mary Lou Houge

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
MW

Michael Wilson

Reg Dir Elec
1 hrs/week
MP

Michelle Pease-Paulson

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
NG

Nancy Goertzen

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
NH

Nancy Harvey

Past Preside
1 hrs/week
NR

Nancy Rohde

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
PW

Peggy Weems

Reg Dir Elec
1 hrs/week
PC

Peter Conway

VP At Large
1 hrs/week
RA

Ronald A Gekiere

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week
TR

Tony Reid

Reg. Directo
1 hrs/week

Milestones

2003

Organization Founded

2003

Arabian Horse Association established as official registry for Arabian breeds in the United States

2021

Record Revenue Year

2021

Organization reached peak annual revenue of $11.6 million with 47 employees supporting growing membership

2023

Sustained Operations

2023

Maintained $10.8 million annual budget serving Arabian horse community with 43 staff members

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

JD
Jan Decker Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
LW
Lance Walters Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$580K

Highest Paid

$176K

Robert S Morey

Compensated Officers

4

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Robert S Morey Executive Di $166,360 $9,575 $175,935 40
Bradley Short Finance Dire $132,793 $9,782 $142,575 40
Deborah Fuentes Registrar/Di $129,559 $13,003 $142,562 40
Leslie Lockard SR Director $118,091 $1,089 $119,180 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

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6030 Greenwood Plaza Blvd Suite 100 Greenwood Village, CO 80111