Bridle Up Hope: Changing Lives Through Horses and Habits (EP. 66)

In this heartfelt episode, Nicole Holgreen, Executive Director of Bridle Up Hope, shares the powerful story behind the foundation created in memory of Rachel Covey. Through equine-assisted learning, Bridle Up Hope empowers girls and women to build confidence, resilience, and hope—one ride at a time. Nicole opens up about her own path to leadership, the program’s life-changing curriculum, and its growing global reach. Listeners will be inspired by stories of transformation that showcase the healing connection between humans and horses, and the ripple effect of community, compassion, and courage that Bridle Up Hope continues to spread around the world. About Bridle Up Hope: Bridle Up Hope blends the healing power of horses with the proven principles of The 7 Habits® to create life-changing experiences for girls and women. At first, Bridle Up Hope was only intended to be a small neighborhood program, but after witnessing amazing transformations, they knew they had to think bigger. To date, 3,500+ girls and women have completed the program and the organization has expanded to 10+ global locations. About Our Guest:  Nicole Holgreen is the Executive Director of Bridle Up Hope, a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring hope, confidence, and resilience in women through equestrian training and life-skills development. With a strong background in leadership and a deep passion for empowering others, Nicole plays a pivotal role in expanding the organization’s mission and impact. Nicole is married to Jared Holgreen, and together they have built a loving blended family of four children and two grandchildren. She finds strength and inspiration in her family and brings those same values of connection, perseverance, and hope into her work. Whether in the arena or at home, Nicole is committed to lifting others and helping them discover their inner strength. Connect with Bridle Up Hope: https://www.bridleuphope.org/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/bridle-up-hope Instagram: bridleuphope Utah Business: Utah's Most Influential Women of 2025 Resources & Previous Episodes of Interest: Behind the Dismount: GR Carter’s Legacy (EP. 60) The Thrill of the Race: Insights from Andrew Offerman (Ep. 56) From Jockey to Media Star: Zoe Cadman's Journey (EP. 52) Cody Jensen’s Winning Formula n Horse Racing (Ep. 39) Connect with Billy Peterson: Peterson Wealth Services: Billy Peterson LinkedIn: Billy Peterson [e-mail] 801-475-4002