The British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) has announced the first finalists of its trade awards, the winners of which will be announced at the BETA Gala Dinner at Wroxall Abbey Hotel on 22 September.The finalists have been revealed for the Equine Fitters Council Equine Fitter of the Year, Equine Careers Sales Representative of the Year, BETA Safety Equipment Fitter of the Year, Weatherbeeta Retail Employee of the Year, Holdsworth PR Marketing Effectiveness Award, GBH Exhibition Forwarding Export Award, and Citation Trade Supplier of the Year categories.Were delighted to announce the first set of finalists for the 2024 BETAs, said Claire Williams of BETA. The quality, and quantity, of this years entries have blown us away. We pride ourselves on the quality of our judging process at every stage, but this year I know how tough its been for our independent panel as the nominations have been incredible. Were thrilled for all the finalists, and we cant wait to see whos crowned the winner at the Gala Dinner on 22 September!The first finalists are as follows:Equine Fitters Council Equine Fitter of the Year:Vicki Delasalle Delasalle SaddlerySteph Bradley Freedom SaddleryLeighton Norris Leighton Norris SaddleryPhil Lowe Midland Performance SaddlesSophie Sperling Sperling SaddlesEquine Careers Sales Representative of the Year:Catherine Powell CEP, Shaws Equestrian, Flex On, Pikeur, Racesafe, EquicoatMarcia Thompson Equine Products UK LtdClaire Bibby NAFCatherine Gibbs NAFClaire Ellam Radiance Gold EquineEmily Welch Shires EquestrianBETA Safety Equipment Fitter of the Year:Matthew Severn Manor EquestrianArlyne Peaker RB EquestrianJasmine Harewood RB EquestrianLindsay Redfern Riseholme FeedsEmma Butt Romsey SaddleryAnnette Vant Saddlesdane Equestrian SuppliesWeatherbeeta Retail Employee of the Year:Elliott Charlesworth Lillicos Country StoreCallum Goodhall Manor EquestrianAbigail Einzig Stroud Farm Services LtdTessa Groocock Tower Farm SaddlersHoldsworth PR Marketing Effectiveness Award:Baileys Horse FeedsEquine Resources IndonesiaEquine Show 247The GPC & AgriaSaracen Horse FeedsGBH Exhibition Forwarding Export Award:Carr & Day & MartinEquine Products UK LtdSaracen Horse Feeds LtdCitation Trade Supplier of the Year:Hucklesby Associates LtdBliss of LondonThe finalists for the three Zebra Products Retailer of the Year categories (online, new, store), and STUBBS ENGLAND Nutritional Helpline of the Year will be revealed in due course.For more information on the BETAs and the Gala Dinner, click here.Further readingThe eight things companies look for when choosing a brand ambassadorNew platform promises to clean up equestrian industryBuying an equestrian property? Important things to consider firstThe post First finalists announced for the British Equestrian Trade Awards 2024 appeared first on Your Horse.