Episode #11 - Kim Berggren: Growth through International Travel

In this episode, Kim shares with us her personal and professional growth gained through international travel.  Kim has been lucky enough to travel to several overseas countries with the opportunity to teach and observe other professionals in our industry.  We covered everything from cultural barriers, quality of equine management, differences in class structure, and of course, we talked about the food.  If you’ve ever been curious about international differences in EAS, this one is for you! Kim has been a lifelong horse person, starting in the back yards of Wisconsin. She has been involved in the Equine-Assisted Services industry for over 25 years as an instructor, mentor, and consultant. She has traveled across the country and made several trips to other countries helping people develop their skills and programs. She is a Path Intl’ Advanced Instructor, CTRI, Mentor, Advance Instructor Evaluator, and site visitor. She has volunteered in several different roles for PATH Intl’, Currently is serving on the Governance Committee and the Board of directors.  Kim is also a 4-H horse project leader. Kim loves the outdoors with fishing being one of her favorite activities. She also enjoys photography and playing hockey. Help us work toward our mission with a donation: https://www.classy.org/give/168754/#!/donation/checkout This episode is sponsored in part by Equi-Force. Find out more at www. equi-force.org This episode is also sponsored in part by Equicizer. Find out more at www.equicizer.com