In this second and first guest featured episode of Next-Gen Thoroughbred Podcast we are right at home as we sit down with our very own Mary Ormsby. A lifelong “horse girl” whose passion for equines took her from Chattanooga, Tennessee, to one of the most iconic breeding farms in the country.

Mary shares her journey from interning at top ranches and farms to becoming the Equine Operations Manager at Claiborne Farm. We talk about what it takes to manage sale consignments, breeding seasons, and daily farm life—plus her heartfelt work advocating for retired racehorses.

Mary also opens up about her commitment to mentoring and shaping the next generation of horsemen and horsewomen, sharing knowledge, values, and a deep respect for the animals that shaped her life. Tune in to hear how Mary’s dedication, grit, and love for horses helped her build a career rooted in purpose—and how she’s passing it forward.