Mar 02, 2020

Parker Equine Insurance Returns as the Official Equine Insurance Provider of the USEA

By Claire Kelley - USEA Staff

The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is pleased to announce the continued partnership with Parker Equine Insurance. Parker Equine Insurance will return as the ”Official Equine Insurance Provider of the USEA” for 2020 and 2021. In addition to their corporate sponsorship, Parker Equine Insurance will join as a Gold Level Sponsor of the USEA American Eventing Championships, a Bronze Level Sponsor of the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention, an Insurance Partner of the USEA Instructors’ Certification Program, and a Contributing Level Sponsor to the USEA Classic Series, USEA Young Event Horse Program, and USEA Future Event Horse Program.

“We are excited to continue our support of eventing at all levels through this partnership. Being there for our clients to assure their horses, farms, employees, and beyond are covered is something we care about a great deal as horse people ourselves. We look forward to helping USEA members with their insurance needs, and are available to answer any questions free of charge,” said Donna Parker of Parker Equine Insurance

With over 40 years of industry experience, Equine Insurance, a division of Parker General Insurance, is a leading agency in the United States. The equine policies they offer include equine mortality, major medical and surgical, care, custody and control as well as workers’ compensation and employers’ liability. Parker Equine Insurance provides customers with the best insurance protection possible, at an affordable price.

“We are very proud to call Parker Equine Insurance the Official Equine Insurance Provider of the USEA,” said USEA CEO Rob Burk. “Parker Equine Insurance is a highly trusted company, and U.S. Eventing is lucky to have their support. Every eventer should consider having them as their equine insurance provider.”

Parker Equine Insurance offers a 5% discount to all USEA ICP certified instructors. To learn more about Parker Equine Insurance’s line of quality products, visit www.equine-ins.com. Be sure to follow them on social media for insurance tips and helpful information @ParkerEquineInsurance on Facebook and @equine.insurance on Instagram.

About the United States Eventing Association

The USEA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers, and officials; maintaining responsible safety standards; and registering qualified competitions and clinics, the USEA offers a strong and continuous training opportunity for an ever-expanding field of world-class competitors. Just as importantly, the USEA provides a means for all riders, regardless of age or ability, to experience the thrill of eventing. To learn more, visit www.useventing.com.

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