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Founders
Denise Tomey
Executive Director
As Carousel Ranch's Executive Director, Denise runs the mechanics of overseeing, promoting and sustaining Carousel Ranch, which is equal to and surpasses the demands of running a medium-sized corporation.
Her job is that of the COO (Chief Operating Officer, i.e. scheduling, booking, reports), CFO (Chief Financial Officer, i.e. fundraising, handling of finances, acquisition of grants) and of course, CEO (Chief Executive Officer, i.e. in charge of all business and administrative aspects).
After acquiring a degree in Journalism with a minor in Sociology, Denise began working out of college for a local newspaper. It was an article assignment on the same therapeutic riding program where Becky worked that gave her career a detour. Denise was so touched by one of the demonstrations, that she offered to work in the program's office.
She fell in love with the concept and the kids, and found not only did she have an affinity for business administration, she also had an exceptional affinity for disabled children. Further evolving her talents as the Development Director at a private school, Denise, like Becky, saw the growing need for additional riding programs to alleviate the long waiting lists at other places and to offer a slightly different methodology.
Denise has two beautiful young teen daughters that have practically grown up with Carousel Ranch.
Becky Graham
Program Director
Carousel Ranch's Program Director, Becky Graham handles the lessons of the more severely disabled children and also oversees the Ranch's trained instructors and volunteers.
While studying Physical Therapy in college, one of her courses required community service which landed her with a well-established therapeutic riding program in Southern California.
Building on her experience and the overwhelming demand for such programs in Southern California, Becky eventually left the program with a desire to form a more progressive, student oriented organization.
Together with Denise Tomey, they formed Carousel Ranch. It literally began with one student, one horse, and lots of heart.
She is a NARHA Certified Instructor, as well as an avid and lifelong horsewoman, trainer, competitor and a strong advocate for animal and children's rights.
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