Press & Recognition
From There to Here | The Von Ruexleben Family
Horses, Heritage, and Heart (Part 2): The Von Ruexlebens' World-Class Equestrian Experience
The Von Ruexleben Family | Reynolds Lake Oconee
The Von Ruexleben Family | Reynolds Lake Oconee
Horses, Heritage, and Heart (Part 2): The Von Ruexlebens' World-Class Equestrian Experience
The Von Ruexleben Family | Reynolds Lake Oconee
Horses, Heritage, and Heart: The Von Ruexlebens' World-Class Equestrian Experience
Horses, Heritage, and Heart (Part 2): The Von Ruexlebens' World-Class Equestrian Experience
Horses, Heritage, and Heart (Part 2): The Von Ruexlebens' World-Class Equestrian Experience
Horses, Heritage, and Heart (Part 2): The Von Ruexlebens' World-Class Equestrian Experience
Horses, Heritage, and Heart (Part 2): The Von Ruexlebens' World-Class Equestrian Experience
Horses, Heritage, and Heart (Part 2): The Von Ruexlebens' World-Class Equestrian Experience
Meet Our Team
Renee von Ruexleben, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Till von Ruexleben, CISSP, CeH, CCSK Co-Founder & Chief Operations Officer
Till von Ruexleben, CISSP, CeH, CCSK Co-Founder & Chief Operations Officer
As our CEO and Co-Founder, Renee brings a background in business psychology, and extensive leadership experience in sustainability, private club management, and team success. A lifelong animal lover, Renee’s dedication to the barn community is at the heart of everything we do.
Till von Ruexleben, CISSP, CeH, CCSK Co-Founder & Chief Operations Officer
Till von Ruexleben, CISSP, CeH, CCSK Co-Founder & Chief Operations Officer
Till von Ruexleben, CISSP, CeH, CCSK Co-Founder & Chief Operations Officer
As our COO and Co-Founder, Till oversees Operations, equipment, IT, and property security. Passionate about sustainability, Till applies his expertise to maintaining a safe, efficient, and forward-thinking equestrian environment, ensuring both riders and horses have the best experience possible.
Caroline Aiken, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Callie Southerland, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Caroline Aiken, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Caroline cares for the horses and leads both lessons and trail rides. Originally from Madison, Georgia, she has been riding since the age of five and grew up competing in barrel racing and rodeo events. Passionate about keeping horses healthy and active, Caroline has gained valuable hands-on experience through an internship at Piedmont Equine.
Lea Eley, Equine Care Specialist & Trail Rides Guide
Callie Southerland, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Caroline Aiken, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Lea cares for the horses, handling their daily needs with dedication. Growing up on a large beef and dairy farm, she gained extensive hands-on experience with animals, especially horses, whose calm, gentle nature inspired her passion for working with them. She is currently studying Children’s Psychology at Georgia College and State University.
Callie Southerland, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Callie Southerland, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Callie Southerland, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Callie cares for the horses and leads both lessons and trail rides. She is currently studying Animal Bioscience at the University of Georgia with plans to attend veterinary school. A lifelong horse lover, Callie began competing in the American Ranch Horse Association in middle school and continued through high school with IEA, focusing on Reining and Horsemanship.
Emma Wilson, Equine Care Specialist & Riding Instructor
Callie Southerland, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Callie Southerland, Equine Care Specialist, Trail Rides Guide, & Riding Instructor
Emma cares for the horses and brings years of experience to the barn. She has been riding since she was 3 years old in both English and Western disciplines, with English becoming her true specialty. Originally from Sparta, GA, Emma now serves as an English Riding Instructor, sharing her knowledge and confidence with riders of all levels.
Ed Dabney, Horse Trainer
Ed Dabney, Horse Trainer
Ed Dabney, Horse Trainer
Ed Dabney is an internationally acclaimed clinician, presenting horsemanship and riding clinics all over the United States, Canada and Europe.
Ed’s training articles have appeared in many major national magazines. Ed has produced instructional videos and the “Gentle Horsemanship” TV program which has been seen on two national television
Ed Dabney is an internationally acclaimed clinician, presenting horsemanship and riding clinics all over the United States, Canada and Europe.
Ed’s training articles have appeared in many major national magazines. Ed has produced instructional videos and the “Gentle Horsemanship” TV program which has been seen on two national television networks. Ed was named Champion of the East Coast Trainer Challenge Series by Equine Extravaganza. Ed was honored to have been selected by the University of Georgia to teach their senior level Young Horse Training course.
Ed is a fifth generation horseman who has worked with horses all his life, being involved in the ranching, motion picture and horse training industries. Ed's blending of gentle horsemanship and classical equitation has attracted students across the United States, Canada and Europe, drawing the attention of serious riders searching for the lightest touch and the deepest connection with their horses.
Cassie Cresta, Marketing
Ed Dabney, Horse Trainer
Ed Dabney, Horse Trainer
With nearly two decades of experience in brand marketing, partnerships, and business development, Cassie brings a results-driven approach to storytelling with heart and creating meaningful connections within communities. Raised on a horse farm, her love for nature continues to inspire both her work and personal life.