Influencers are no longer just promoting equestrian products - they’re building brands of their own. With the equestrian industry worth $300B globally, influencer-founded businesses are tapping into ready-made communities, driving authentic storytelling, and riding fashion and cultural trends into the mainstream. Here’s how these brands are reshaping the market and setting the standard for the future.

Despite the high participation of women in equestrian sports, male athletes often receive more sponsorship deals and media visibility. This article examines the reasons behind this imbalance and suggests that increasing the visibility of female riders and challenging gender stereotypes in marketing can close the gap, helping promote fairness and growth in equestrian sponsorship.

We’ve spoken to Megan Croucher who has helped us put together these five expert tips for any equestrian athlete or influencer who is interested in becoming a brand ambassador. Gaining influencer status in an increasingly competitive digital landscape is challenging, however, gone are the days when you needed hundreds of thousands of followers to help promote equine products and horse brands. Let’s take a look at how you can get started…