/24-7PressRelease/ - DALLAS, TX, August 22, 2008 - "The Equest Board and community are very excited that James has accepted the Executive Director's position. The search committee has worked many hours to find the perfect fit. We believe James will take us to new heights" said Bridget Black, Chairman Elect.

The, Equest Board is also pleased to announce that, the incredible "Riders in the Sky -Boots & Bling Gala" host committee, lead by civic leaders, Gina Betts as event chair, Nancy C. Rogers as honorary chair, Ellen Snuffer as Underwriting Chair, Olivia Kearney as the live and silent auction chair, Jenna Turner Alexander and Ashley Montgomery chairing the advertising team, and Nancy Gopez in charge of all printed materials, with their guidance and fundraising to date, we have been able to add Texas music legend Jerry Jeff Walker, and State Fair of Texas favorite, Jolie Holliday to the entertainment at Gilley's October 25th.

PLEASE CONTACT EQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION AT: Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship
(972) 412-1099; 1-800-208-2136 www.equest.org

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