My name is Flint Eckstein and it's a pleasure to introduce myself.

Originally I am a Business Engineer with a technical background in Mechanical Engineering. After gaining experience in Brazil and South Africa I started up my own business in the Netherlands . Recently I also started as product manager for IHC Merwede.

When one of the founders of the EUSAM approached me with the question if I wanted to be a part of this studbook, I took up his offer with a lot of enthusiasm.

The American Miniature Horses are unfamiliar territory for me. But because of my inquisitive character making the EUSAM a success feels like an amazing opportunity. When combining this with the broad scope of experiences in the board, and the help of all the members, the EUSAM is bound to be a success.

As an “Outsider” in the world of American Miniature Horses I would like to give my fresh opinion and create a fantastic

IMy name is Barbara Soederhuizen. I' am 38 years old and have a son of 2,5 years and live together with Peter in Veghel. Since my childhood I adore horses. I started horseback riding when I was 5 years old. I've had several pony's and horses and did mostly dressage riding. When I came in contact with American miniatures I was instantly in love. I feel very honoured to be invited for the board of this studbook and hope that I can make more people enthusiastic about these beautiful horses and to gain for even more nice breed and show horses.

TREASURE: NICOLINE VAN DE VELDEN

My name is Nicoline van der Velden and I live together with Elber Tipker and our son Alex. We've always had animals as I was a kid. Now it the same we also have a lot of animals around the house. My neighbour infected me with this miniature horse virus. Shortly we expect our first miniature horse from America . When they asked me to help with this studbook I was very exited. I'm going to do the financial side of this studbook

BOARDMEMBER REGISTRATION: ANTON BOSGOED

My name is Anton Bosgoed and I'm a board member of the EUSAM.

keeping animals is an important hobby for me. Growing up on the farm, this is something I inherited when I was a little boy. During my education and work I've always bin, and still are, active in the world of animals. Though this was more theoretical then practical. Breeding animals was an important part of my education.

Breeding American Miniature Horses is something the EUSAM can well look after. The sole focus is the American Miniature Horse. Therefore the EUSAM members don't have to fear for inbreeding and can make a fine selection. This will improve and guarantee the progress of the race.

I've been involved in animal studbooks for over 25 years and have extended experience in board and registration work. This experience, combined with my breeding experience, will be of good use for making the EUSAM excellent.

BOARDMEMBER: KAY HERRMANN

My name is Kay-Sven Hermann and I' am 50 years old and a vet in Essen in Germany In the past I had Friesian horses and practiced driving with a carriage. Since 2006 we breed American miniature horses. At this moment we have two stallions and six mares all out of beautiful bloodlines, We also have some donkeys, cats, dogs, chickens and other birds. We live against the Baldeney lake, that's why the name of our stable.

I hope together with the EUSAM we can improve the well-knowing of the American miniature horses and improve the quality even more.

BOARDMEMBER: CARLA VAN SOLDT

Since I was a little kid I'm a animal lover. Luckily we have enough space around our house. We have al lot of farm animals such as; chickens, birds, goose, dog., cats and miniaturehorses. We started with breeding about 7 years ago, and now we have a beautiful herd. The challenge of improving the breeding is what we like the most. I think the new studbook is a must for everybody who has 100% American miniature horse. I think they need their own identity.

BOARDMEMBER: HERBERT KLUMPES