Entrepreneurship

Innovation

Development

Strides holds events that bring together equine professionals, aspiring entrepreneurs, and the companies redefining the industry. By promoting entrepreneurship and accelerating R&D, we ask: How can we grow. Then, we walk the talk.

Do you see the potential of the equine industry? Join us! 

Each Strides summit features Taking Strides – a gathering of the industry’s most innovative and influential speakers. We’re now in the search for presenters who will inform and inspire, surprise and delight during 2025. 

If you know someone who belongs on the Strides stage, or if you belong there yourself, we want to hear from you! Apply now and tell us why! 
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MEET CHALMERS UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

OUR GLOBAL PARTNER IN RESEARCH & INNOVATION

“We always strive to be at the forefront of research and innovation. Our vision is to create a sustainable future through technology and science, and we see the Strides initiative as an excellent opportunity to apply our principles within the equestrian industry. Collaborations between academia, industry, and young innovators can pave the way for solutions that not only improve the industry but also benefit sustainable development”.
Magnus Karlsteen, responsible for equine technology within Chalmers' Sport & Technology operations.
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STRIDES: Because the equine industry needs a little more…strides.

Founded in 2024, Strides is on a mission to bring a dash of innovation and a whole lot of collaboration to the equestrian world. We’re uniting business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, scientists and developers – essentially, the brightest minds the equine industry has to offer outside the stable and arena – to create meaningful networks and drive positive change.

Long story short, we're all about the How-To:

WALK THE TALK

Focus On Growth.

We shift the focus from problems to possibilities, accelerating forward-thinking development by spotlighting critical growth areas within the equestrian sports and equine industry.

SUPPORT CHANGEMAKERS 

Build a Global Community.

In close partnership with leading sporting events, we’re building a global platform and community of strong collaborators, passionate about knowledge sharing, diversity, and inclusion.

ACCELERATE R&D

Deliver Innovative Solutions.

We’re working with academia, industry and young innovators to discover, pave way, and deliver innovative solutions that improve the industry and drive sustainable growth.

DRIVE FUTURE SUCCESS

Champion The Next Generation.

Partner with us in our Strides Academy to champion younger generations, supporting mentorship and career growth for aspiring entrepreneurs, scientists, and developers in the equine industry.
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Join us in TAking strides

We're rounding up the brightest minds in the equine industry. Think you've got what it takes to join the herd? Apply to speak and make some hay!
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STRIDES: GROWING TOGETHER

A summit dedicated to entrepreneurship, innovation, and development on November 2nd, 2024, at the Jönköping Horse Show. Read about our partnership here.

The event united industry professionals, investors, changemakers, and future champions, demonstrating that strong partnerships can be forged outside the arena, and spotlighted critical growth areas such as innovative design, technology, and funding.

Attendees gained exclusive insights into the strategies employed by leading professionals with short, inspiring Taking Strides-lectures. A dynamic panel discussion explored how new technologies can enhance both the sport and the equine sector, addressing the values and needs of various generations.

Strides: Growing Together is envisioned as a recurring initiative aimed at accelerating development and growth within the Swedish equine sports and industry. Here you can find an article about the event in the Swedish equestrian magazine Tidningen Ridsport.

Is your sports event looking to foster innovation and growth? Contact us to learn how to incorporate a Strides summit into your show!
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MEET JÖNKÖPING HORSE SHOW

OUR SWEDISH NATIONAL PARTNER IN SPORTS

"When we started the Jönköping Horse Show in 2016, our vision was to build a broad meeting place for the sport, the equestrian industry, and the future. This summit is exactly what we’ve been waiting for and what has been in demand, and this year marks the beginning of something that can only grow!"
Lisen Bratt Fredricson, one of the initators to Jönköping Horse Show.
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