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Malvern Bank Equestrian Blog

Hillary Dobbs

Welcome to Malvern Bank’s Equestrian Business Division. Through this blog, I’ll be sharing information our equestrian clients can use to build their businesses and ensure a healthy financial future.


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Malvern Bank Supports Equestrian Community through Sponsorship of 2023 Devon Horse Show & Country Fair

Malvern Bank has been an annual sponsor of the Horse Show for more than a decade. This year the bank is a co-sponsor of the May 28 Arena Eventing Competition. The Devon Horse Show will take place May 25 through June 4 ... Read More


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Darragh Kenny Rises to the Top (and Stays There)
 One Jump at a Time

A seemingly permanent member of show jumping’s upper echelon, Darragh Kenny has long been one of the top riders in equestrian sport. You never have to look far down the FEI World Rankings to find his name.... Read More


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Malvern Bank Sponsors "The Black Stallion Reading Project" in Florida

Sponsoring “The Black Stallion Reading Project,” a five year partnership of the Marion County (Fla.) School Board and the Ocala (Fla.) Horse Alliance, is a natural extension of the Bank’s mission... Read More


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Get More for Your Money with an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage

When considering residential financing options, 20 or 30-year-fixed mortgages come to mind. However, in the current climate, another lesser-known workhorse might deserve some extra consideration: the Adjustable-Rate Mortgage... Read More


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Congratulations Caitlin Silliman!

Malvern Bank N.A. would like to congratulate Caitlin Silliman and her mount, Luska Candy Clover, a 2013 Irish Sport Horse gelding owned by Betsy Curtis on being named to the US Equestrian 2023 Eventing Pathway Pre-Elite Development Program.... Read More


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Tailoring Financial Tools to be Equestrian Business Solutions: Lines of Credit vs. Credit Cards

At Ford or Tesla, some of the biggest and most hotly-anticipated events in the corporate calendar are the rollouts of new models. Well, believe it or not, there’s a parallel to the banking world. Here at Malvern, we also have exciting highlights in our calendar ... Read More


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Blue Mountain Quarter Horses’ Blueprint for Winning

Two months ago, Blue Mountain Quarter Horses with Delbert Hostetler homebred filly Simply Statutory won the coveted 2022 NSBA [National Snaffle Bit Association] World Championship title in Tulsa, Oklahoma... Read More


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Congratulations

Malvern Bank’s Equestrian Division – and all Bank employees – would like to congratulate our leader, Tony, who is part owner of Blue Mountain Quarter Horses, and Delbert Hostetler on their 2022 NSBA World Championship title ... Read More


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Jeff Papows and the Kevin Babington Foundation: Paving the Way to Rider Recovery and Spinal Injury Prevention

Kevin Babington was a legendary world-class Irish show jumper who proudly (and successfully) represented his homeland in the Olympics—as well as multiple Nations Cups, Championships, and grand prix around the world. Then, almost exactly three years ago in 2019, everything changed. He suffered a violent fall at the Hampton Classic and severely damaged his spine ... Read More


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Behind the Scenes with Amanda Steege (and Lafitte De Muze!)

In the competitive equestrian world, much attention is paid to the relationship between horse and rider. That bond is at the heart of great performances across every discipline, and the attention it gets is well-deserved. However, there’s another relationship that’s just as important– the relationship between rider and trainer ... Read More


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As Sponsor of Devon Horse Show, Malvern Bank Combines Knowledge of Horses and Financial Services

“We were proud to once again be a major sponsor of the Devon Horse Show,” said Malvern Bank President and CEO Anthony C. Weagley. “This sponsorship was in line with our commitment to serve the equestrian industry by combining our knowledge of horses and financial services. We are passionate about providing specialized and tailored equestrian solutions ... Read More


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Young Professional Spotlight: Rising Star Caitlyn Connors

We’ve all had those moments when either a horse—or a rider—really catches our eye. And sometimes, on special occasions, they both do. This happened to me recently, when I found myself a spectator at a U/25 Division event. A beautiful bay and a poised young rider were in the International Ring at WEF, and it looked effortless ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern Bank: Michael Meller's Secrets to Success

Combining a local focus with an international mindset in a way that allows him to find the best opportunities in the US and overseas, Michael Meller is a special kind of equestrian. Over a career spanning five decades, he’s measurably enhanced the quality of ... Read More


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Hillary Dobbs: Malvern, Your Go-To Equestrian Bank

I’d like to introduce myself as the Director of the Equestrian Division at Malvern Bank. As a former professional show jumper and lifelong horsewoman, I bring years of experience in the equine industry as well as a deep understanding of my clients’ business needs. I am passionate ... Read More


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Hillary Dobbs: Teamwork and Family Make the Best of Many Worlds

Once, Hillary Dobbs envisioned a life as a professional show jumper. After an impressive Junior career, her early professional career got off to a promising start—with dozens of Grand Prix wins. Then, an unfortunate accident changed the course of her life—and though the injury still bothers her, Hillary is far from regretting the path her life has taken. "I couldn’t imagine being happier," ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: First Steps Toward Your Residential Mortgage

There are various theories and predictions on the future of the real estate market, but one thing is for sure: real estate continues to be a hot topic—and a hot commodity. Purchasing a house or farm may seem daunting for a first-time buyer, and even the seasoned or informed buyer may have some questions ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Shanette Barth Cohen & The Hampton Classic 2021

FIt's no secret to those who know me that the Hampton Classic holds a special place in my heart. I have been blessed to have had a few riding career highlights at the Classic. Winning the Grand Prix Qualifier and the featured Sunday Grand Prix in 2008 were two standouts ... Read More


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Catching Up With Catherine and Lauren Tyree: Branching Out and Starting a Business

For many years, I had the opportunity to train with Missy Clark and John Brennan of North Run, which is where I met sisters Catherine and Lauren Tyree ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Equestrian Allies

I’m going to describe a professional to you—he’s a friend of mine. He is a shareholder at Greenberg Traurig, LLP, one of the most prestigious international and multi-practice law firms in the country ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern Bank: Shorty’s Story – The Icon Behind Shorty’s Caboy Hattery

“Shorty” Koger grew up in a chunk of Oklahoma so small they didn’t even have fences, cattle just roamed freely about the countryside ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Building Bridges with Kentucky Three-Day Event’s Lee Carter

When you have 72 hours to raise $750,000, during the time of COVID, and if you don’t, the renowned annual equestrian event ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: When the Rules for Riding are the Rules for Life

In my past days as a show jumper, I had trainers Missy Clark and John Brennan of North Run at the in-gate and by my side. ... Read More


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Malvern Bank Appoints Rachel Heist to Assistant VP, Continues to Expand Its Brand to Equestrian Market

Malvern Bank, National Association has appointed Rachel Heist to Assistant Vice President, Personal Banker and added her to the bank’s equestrian division. ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Insuring Your Financial Stability

There is nothing more vitally important than the horse and rider’s physical safety when participating in equestrian sports. Rider safety ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Printed Farms— The Future of 3-D Printing

It seems everywhere you turn, something—if not everything—is automated. Can you imagine a time when cars were built by hand? Or ships?... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Donor Advised Funds – A Unique Way to Give

We’ve all been impacted by COVID. If we have our health, we’re grateful, even as our hearts go out to those who’ve suffered... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: The Competitor Tent App Brings Community and Technology to the Equestrian Industry

Technology has become more vital than ever in 2020 — whether it is online schooling, virtual business meetings or videoconferencing with loved ones... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Insider Tips on Building Your Dream Farm

Equestrian real estate has continued to be a hot topic in 2020, including equestrian property development. This year in particular, one’s "home base" has become increasingly important due to COVID-19.... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: The Shows Must Go On – Behind the Scenes with Horse Show Management

As 2020 has progressed, the equestrian community has worked hard to address the new challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: An Inside Look at the Current Equestrian Real Estate Market

Interest in lending for equestrian properties is at an all-time high at Malvern Bank, so it seems only fitting to continue discussing one of the markets staying strong throughout this unpredictable year: equestrian real estate... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Buying or Renting for the 2021 Show Season – What You Need to Know

Now that summer shows are up and running, you may find yourself preparing for the end of the year and/or already looking to 2021 goals. Are you catching your horse up in experience to prepare for the 2021 winter series? ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: The When, How and Why for Refinancing

COVID-19 has undoubtedly caused financial strain for many Americans; however, it has also presented a silver lining for ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Amplify Your Equestrian Savings with Money Market Accounts

While some may need an introduction to Money Market Accounts (MMA), others are quite familiar with the merits of the lesser-known account that may come to be your best friend these days when choosing the best financial product for your funds ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Returning to the Ring – New Rules for the Road

The time has come – horse shows are officially up and running again and we are all excited to be back in the ring! ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: Back in Business! The Return to Competition

Alright sports fans, it’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for - USEF competitions are BACK in business beginning June 1, 2020 ... Read More


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Better Banking with Malvern: Supporting the Equestrian Cause from a Social Distance

While the hold on the equestrian competition world has been extended, the rest of the world continues to turn ... Read More


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Better Banking with Malvern: Get a ‘Leg Up’ With a Community Bank

You are seemingly surrounded by choices when it comes to choosing a financial institution ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: How to Use New Loans and Grants Amid the COVID Crisis

We know running a business in our industry can be hectic and stressful on a good day ... Read More


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Be Ready for Anything With a HELOC

Things can change for an equestrian like yourself in the blink of an eye. ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: The Pitfalls of Syndication

Syndication – seems to be something that a lot of successful professionals utilize frequently, right? ... Read More


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Better Business with Malvern: LLCs – When, Why and How

In our newest column, Hillary Dobbs will be offering business solutions for equestrians across the country ... Read More