Maik Bartmann elected as NRHA Director-at-Large

16/09/2026 – Maik Bartmann (GER) has won the elections fort the seat of Director-at Large on the NRHA Executive Board. The Director-at-Large is a member of the Board who serves the entire membership without holding a specific officer title. The NRHA Executive Committee and Board of Directors are responsible for managing the business of NRHA and for representing the best interests of its members, the horses and the Association as a whole.
61,27% Of the votes cast were in favor of Bartmann, meaning that from January 1, 2027 Bartmann will take seat on the NRHA Executive Board for a period of 2 consecutive years.
Bartmann: “It takes a village to make a difference, but it felt like the entire community stood behind me during my campaign. Together we achieved something I never would have thought possible. I would like to thank the people that supported me, the once that voted for me, friends and last but not least my family for a wave of support that cannot be put into words. I will do my utmost best to serve and represent the association as best as possible.’’
Europa is a significant player in the field of the sport of Reining. This is not the first time in NRHA history that a European citizen takes this seat. In 2021 and 2022 Paulus Beurskens (NLD) took. the seat. Beurskens was running for the position as well this year, but in the interest of the sport and in support of Bartmann Beurskens withdraw.

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