For Media Release, January 2025

The 2025 Core Team.

As we enter 2025, we have been reflecting on everything that has been accomplished so far, and looking ahead to how we make the Cowgirls Gathering even bigger and better.

You only need to keep half an ear on the media to hear countless stories about rising costs and how many events are struggling to stay afloat. One of the most absurd comments we have heard about the Gathering is, someone must be making a lot of money. If you ever find that someone, please send them our way.

The reality is that while we are fortunate to have generous sponsors supporting competition prizes, this event is privately funded. That is right, funded. But we are committed to bringing you an event worth every penny.

As we enter our fifth year, we know our model needs to evolve. So we have made some key changes, and brought in the big guns, these incredible women who are helping lead Cowgirls Gathering into the future.

Meet the team leading the charge.

Animal Welfare Director
Amanda Hancock

Ensuring our animals are cared for with expertise and compassion.

Cattle Manager
Jodie Ferdinand

Looking after our cattle with care and gratitude.

Creative Director
Karon Sharp-Robertson

Inspiring the team and balancing creativity with busy event schedules.

Chief Operating Officer
Keristi Price

Leading the charge on operations, creating a seamless experience for all involved.

Vendor Manager
Michelle Toohey

After a very successful 2024 Mini Gathering, Michelle has stepped up into the role to cover all vendors for 2025.

Education Director
Steph Dunnachie

Empowering women and bringing meaningful learning opportunities to our community.

Sponsorship Manager
Vera Gentner

Securing top-tier sponsors to elevate the event to new heights.

Chief Financial Officer
Wanda Britton

The brains behind ensuring our event stays financially sustainable, looking into negotiations with current suppliers.

And that is just the beginning. There are so many other amazing volunteers working behind the scenes, and we will be sharing their full bios in the coming months to do them justice.

Introducing Cowgirls Cahoot.

We are also launching Cowgirls Cahoot, a brand-new, exclusive ticket option for just 100 members. This is the ultimate Super Ticket, and it will help set our operating budget for 2025. If you want more information on Cowgirls Cahoot, head to our website. Tickets go on sale on the 5th of February at 9 AM.

This initiative is our way of creating more opportunities for connection, and ensuring year-round engagement with our incredible community.

We hope these changes will allow us to not only sustain, but grow the Gathering into something even more remarkable. Thank you for your continued support, it means the world to us.

Onward, into our fifth year.

Amanda Loy

Event Director, Cowgirls Gathering

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