This message is from: "Green Valley Farm" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
On Saturday (10/15) I received my NFHR Ballot and candidates bio's. It was encouraging to see 10 candidates listed. A healthy organization should have members who want to be an active part. For unknown reasons, paragraphs 2,3 and 7 of my original bio were omitted. I felt this information was important and meaningful so I am sharing my complete bio as submitted to the NFHR. Hopefully other candidates bio's were complete. HOWARD FIEDLER Bio for NFHR BOD Nomination The membership of the NFHR as a whole is our greatest asset. We each, individually bring to the Registry a limitless source from which to draw. It is my goal, if elected to the Board of Directors, to channel those resources in a fashion conducive to the future of this great breed. Our membership is varied beyond what most breed associations are comprised of by virtue of the versatility of the Fjord Horse. Generally other breeds are known for one discipline. The Fjords have proven themselves to be able to do it all, and along with the talents of our diverse membership; their backgrounds, resources and creative use of their horses; we have excelled in all disciplines. In 2006 we have an opportunity with the 25th Anniversary Celebration to show the world what we have done with this great breed of horse. It is an occasion of a lifetime to present what we have assembled in terms of bloodlines. This breeding legacy, combined with our resources and individual talents, have made a place without compromise, for this historic horse in the modern world. It is a time to be proud. Keeping this in mind, I plan to fully support the successful production of this celebration. I choose to run for a position on the NFHR Board of Directors because I want to utilize and encourage our membership to become involved, in whatever capacity they are able, in the promotion and enjoyment of our wonderful Fjords. To continue to build the NFHR off of the strong foundation those before us have made. To collectively help keep this breed genuine and pure. I am a strong supporter of the NFHR American Evaluation system and have seen first hand the benefit, not only in the quality of the horses that have been presented, but also in the educational opportunities offered to the participants. My wife, Sophie, and I, with our 15 years of owning, breeding and showing Fjords, have grown along with the rest of you. From our first Fjord horse to the current 25 head (including five standing stallions) we proudly raise, train, show and sell our horses from our Green Valley Farm in Galena, Illinois. I founded and captained, for 38 years, a graphic design company in Crystal Lake, Illinois, which was known for its high product quality and loyalty to our employees and clients. Because of this, I bring to the table extensive experience in vision, organizational and interpersonal skills. I have a deep respect for the membership of the NFHR and, as a steward of the Norwegian Fjord horse, a deep love and respect for this breed. Thank you for considering my application. Sincerely, Howard Fiedler In addition, I am a lifetime member of NFHR. I have also been very active in the MWFHC especially with the planning and organizing of the educational winter meetings and clinics since 1999. Thank your for reading my complete bio, I would appreciate your vote. Please feel free to call or e-mail with any questions or comments. Sincerely, Howard Fiedler 815-777-6008 daytime 815-777-1575 evenings [EMAIL PROTECTED]
