Elena Abatgis
Lindsee Fairbanks
Lindsee Fairbanks
Co-Founder and Director of Operations at Gallop To Growth.
" steady, caring and the behind-the-scenes force "
With nearly 30 years in the media industry as a radio host, traffic reporter, and award-winning producer, Elena brings leadership, creativity, and communication expertise to every corner of the organization.
She previously held rol
Co-Founder and Director of Operations at Gallop To Growth.
" steady, caring and the behind-the-scenes force "
With nearly 30 years in the media industry as a radio host, traffic reporter, and award-winning producer, Elena brings leadership, creativity, and communication expertise to every corner of the organization.
She previously held roles as Program Director, Music Director, and Promotions Director at major radio stations, earning national recognition including a 2020 ACM Large Market Personality of the Year award. She now uses that experience to lead operations, from horse care and facility management to public relations and outreach coordination.
Elena’s passion for horses and their ability to heal continues to guide her work.
Lindsee Fairbanks
Lindsee Fairbanks
Lindsee Fairbanks
Weekend Assistant to the Barn Manger
"hard working, dedicated and attentive to each horse"
Raised with horses her entire life, Lindsee brings experience and patience to caring for the horses here. She participated in western horse shows and spent countless hours loving and caring for many others horses and animals over the years doing pet
Weekend Assistant to the Barn Manger
"hard working, dedicated and attentive to each horse"
Raised with horses her entire life, Lindsee brings experience and patience to caring for the horses here. She participated in western horse shows and spent countless hours loving and caring for many others horses and animals over the years doing pet sitting. She recently got her bachelors in psychology through the U of U and is planning to get a Masters in Social Work by 2028. Her goal is eventually to move into a role as a Equine Assisted Psychotherapist! Her dreams create passion for this work! Her first hand experiences and work ethic guide her through her work. Its her attention to detail and caring mindset that set her apart and make the horses adore her.
Sara Atkin
Lindsee Fairbanks
Stable Hands
Weekday Assistant to the Barn Manger
"eye for details, great people person and so caring "
Sara grew up as a Military brat with a passion for horse. This lead to her working as assistant barn manager at Shadyside Farm in Concord MA. She settled in Utah with her husband, a first responder and veteran. She got her BA in Psychology and is pre
Weekday Assistant to the Barn Manger
"eye for details, great people person and so caring "
Sara grew up as a Military brat with a passion for horse. This lead to her working as assistant barn manager at Shadyside Farm in Concord MA. She settled in Utah with her husband, a first responder and veteran. She got her BA in Psychology and is presently working towards Masters of Social Work at Utah State University.
She enjoys running her small hobby farm, gardening, being outside, horses, reading, dog training, yoga and raising her four "crazy kids."
Sara brings a wealth of knowledge and ideas to help provide the best care for our horses.
Stable Hands
Lindsee Fairbanks
Stable Hands
"The difference between something good and something great is attention to detail"
Our stable hands work mainly behind the scenes making sure every little thing is done. They are dedicated to giving the horses the care they deserve. Whether that's cleaning stalls in the wet and cold, or stacking hay in 100 degree heat, their love for horse
"The difference between something good and something great is attention to detail"
Our stable hands work mainly behind the scenes making sure every little thing is done. They are dedicated to giving the horses the care they deserve. Whether that's cleaning stalls in the wet and cold, or stacking hay in 100 degree heat, their love for horses and passion for our work make them the true foundation of the stables.