Trinity Equestrian

	Bill Mattson Co-Founder and CEO After serving in the Air Force from 1969 to 1973, Bill received a BS Degree (Dean's List) from Mankato State University with a "double major" in Mass Communications (with an emphasis on Advertising and Public Relations) and Business Administration (with an emphasis on Marketing, Management and Accounting). Following graduation, Bill developed a computer listing network for International Data Inc., a Minnesota commodities and real estate sales and development firm. His accomplishments at IDI included developing real estate listing software for commercial and agricultural properties while establishing international sales contacts via Telex and combining the two to promote foreign investments. Bill left IDI to hold public office for a municipality of approx. 5000 population during which he served for 12 years in the capacities of City Clerk, Treasurer, Building Inspector, Zoning Administrator, Health Officer and retiring from the position of City Administrator. Following public office, Bill moved with his family to Eau Claire where he spent the next year conducting business efficiency evaluations offering recommendations for re-organization. He has served area builders and real estate companies for the past seventeen years by providing construction controlling services including management of contracts, specifications, budgets, bookkeeping, cost controls, lien waivers, financing, customer relations, etc. In 2002, Bill, his wife, Toni and Toni's sister Jan Behm purchased Trinity Equestrian Center in Eau Claire where he is responsible for business management, marketing and controlling. Return to staff page

	Toni Mattson Co-Founder Director of Programs and Ministry EAGALA Trained Equine Specialist Toni Mattson graduate with honors with a degree in Marketing and Merchandising following which she co-managed her family's 90 year old men’s clothing store for six years, being responsible for all facets of operation, from marketing to purchasing. Toni left the clothing store to help reorganize the advertising and marketing program and staff at a regional newspaper office following which she was hired by an area National Bank to re-establish their marketing department. During the next 4 years, she served as Vice President in charge of marketing for the bank, after which she moved with her family to Eau Claire where she became a successful area Realtor aw well as an entrepreneur in internet sales and contact management services. In February of 2002, Toni, her husband Bill and sister, Jan purchased Trinity Equestrian Center, a 67- acre horse ranch located in central Wisconsin. In 2004, Toni was awarded a degree from University of St. Thomas in Fund Development for Non-profits. Toni received her Equine Specialist Certification from EAGALA in 2005 and initiated Trinity's EAP (Equine Assisted Psychotherapy) program servicing underprivileged, at-risk and special needs kids, adults, families and veterans. In 2009, Toni achieved one of her dreams and became an ordained Christian Chaplain. Toni's primary responsibilities at Trinity are managing, marketing, fund development and director of all programs and ministries. Return to staff page

	Jan Behm Co-Founder Director of Operations & Equine Services Jan Behm graduated with honors from Senior High School in Medford, WI, following which she co-managed all aspects fo the family's 90 year old men's clothing store until its closing in 2001. In February of 2002, Jan, along with her sister, Toni and brother-in-law, Bill purchased Trinity Equestrian Center, a full equine service 67-acre horse ranch located just south of Eau Claire, Wisconsin where she managers the horse-related operations. In addition, Jan and her family have created a healing and therapy center at Trinity serving underprivileged, at-risk kids and special needs kids, adults, families and veterans. Jan's primary responsibility at Trinity is director of equine operations and services. Return to staff page

	Taylor Mattson Director of Therapy Activities EAGALA Trained Equine Specialist Taylor is currently in his 4th year at UW- Stout where he is pursuing a degree in Business Administration. Taylor and his family purchased Trinity Equestrian Center, a 67-acre full service equine facility, in February of 2002. In 2010, Taylor became an EAGALA certified Equine Specialist as well as EAGALA's network coordinator for the State of Wisconsin. Taylor also initiated and became lead mentor in Trinity's youth development program. Taylor's primary responsibilities include directing all thearpy and mentoring activities, as well as all ranch maintenance. Return to staff page

	Ian Mattson Director of Youth Development Return to staff page


	Amy Pranger NAHRA Certified Instructor EAGALA Trained Equine Specialists Amy started as one of our Trail Wranglers in the summer of 2003. Since then, she has become one of our volunteers, weekend chore workers and boarders. Her horse experience began as a kid with the family Morgans, and continued with lessons at Whitecap Mountain in Upson, WI. Although formal arena training wasn't available, lessons on the trail were very educational! Amy has since become the proud owner of Trinity's own Tough Boston Nite (aka Jake), and co-adopter of Dakota, a young QH gelding with quite the background. She has been working with Dakota since the summer of '06, and they are finally under saddle and looking forward to a future of team penning and cattle work. Come on out to Trinity, she'd be happy to meet you! Return to staff page

	Jess Rosentrater Ranch Care Director Jess's bio info... Return to staff page

	Karen Supple Volunteer Coordinator I "found" Trinity in 2004 through another volunteer. I hadn't been on a horse in twenty years! I started out by wrangling on the trail rides and then started helping out with birthday parties, large gatherings, sprucing up the place, stable cleaning, Family Fun Day, etc. I have adored horses since I was 7 years old and actually owned my own quarter horse mare for 15 years, but didn't ride very often. It wasn't until I came to Trinity, after retiring, that my love for horses really blossomed. The reason for this was a wonderful black quarter horse named McQ. He took such good care of me on trail and never, ever let me down. Although I love the riding part, it's the absolutely wonderful camaraderie and friendship that I've found at Trinity that is so important to me. I absolutely love being there and will do just about any chore so that I can be there! The owners make me feel like I was born into their family and I consider the other volunteers to be precious new friends. Trinity is the best place in the world! Return to staff page

	Marge Fortun Event Coordinator Marge Having loved horses all my life, I was thrilled to join TEC's volunteer team in 2004. I have enjoyed being part of everything at Trinity, including helping Jan clean stalls, being a wrangler for weekend trail rides, taking the lead in special events, birthday parties and all the wonderful activities and programs that TEC hosts. At Trinity, when you become a volunteer, its like joining their family. We share many meals, many gatherings, our immense love of horses, an overwhelming desire to serve our community, and a sincere fellowship that truly is soul-food for me. In addition, I have simply fallen in love with Woody, one of Trinity's donated horses, who has become one of my best friends and constant companion. Life is so much fun at Trinity, I want them to adopt me. Return to staff page