OEIC Encourages “One Voice” in Ohio

With 2012 nearly upon us, members of the Ohio Equine Industry Coalition (OEIC) encourage everyone involved in the Ohio equine industry to unite as one voice for the purpose of enhancing and supporting all horse activities in the Buckeye State.

The Ohio equine industry has been, for many years, a splintered group—with various breeds, disciplines, and objectives. Members make their living through the breeding, racing, showing, training, and sales of equine-related items, while others are involved simply for pleasure.

Ohio’s horse industry employs approximately 42,000 people, with over 182,000 persons involved, catering to approximately 307,000 horses in the state. This equates to a total economic impact of $2.2 billion in the Buckeye State.

These numbers substantiate that Ohio’s equine industry is of great importance to the state’s overall economy. Thus, the OEIC was formed to unite the Buckeye State’s various equine organizations into one solid group—One Voice in Ohio.

The OEIC has been recognized as the Ohio equine industry spokes-group by the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Our members serve on various horse industry committees, including the Equine Advisory Committee to the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board. The OEIC boasts a membership of approximately 10,000, and two OEIC Board members are registered Ohio lobbyists. The OEIC has a 12-member Board with representatives from:

Ohio Belgian Breeders Association (OBBA)
Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association (OHHA)
Ohio Horseman’s Benevolent and Protective Association (Ohio HBPA)
Ohio Horseman’s Council, Inc. (OHC)
Ohio Percheron Breeders Association (OPBA)
Ohio Quarter Horse Association (OQHA)
Ohio Thoroughbred Breeders & Owners (OTBO)

The OEIC monitors issues that impact the Ohio equine industry, develops plans & strategies, enlists industry participation, and promotes industry’s directives for—One Voice in Ohio.

All and any of Ohio’s equine organizations can get involved in OEIC regardless of size. There are many issues and interests that require participation with a coordinated approach to meet OEIC collective objectives. Members benefit with input from registered Ohio lobbyists otherwise not available to smaller organizations. OEIC also encourages retailers and suppliers to participate and promote their products and services.

OEIC Dues Structure
Over 1000 members~$2000 per year
502 – 1000 members~$1000 per year
251 – 500 members~$500 per year
101 – 250 members~$250 per year
1 – 100 members~$100 per year
Retailers and Suppliers*~$50 per year
*includes business card listing on OEIC website for one year

Please call (614) 221-3650 or 800-353-6442 for further information and join OEIC today.

Remember, with membership, there is strength.