[LIHS 1] Is the London International Horse Show Worth It for Exhibitors?
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this episode, recorded live at London International Horse Show, Jenni Bush chats with Karzan Hughes, founder of Horse Rider Fitness Academy, about what it really takes to show up at major equestrian events as a business owner.
Karzan shares his honest journey from his very first small trade stand to exhibiting confidently at one of the biggest equestrian shows in the UK. They talk about confidence, visibility, learning your ideal customer, and why trade shows are rarely about instant sales and far more about long-term impact.
This episode is a must-listen for equine business owners thinking about exhibiting, marketing offline, or building brand presence in a relationship-driven industry.
In this episode we cover:
What makes the London International Horse Show different from other equestrian events
The real cost and value of exhibiting at horse shows
Why trade shows are a long-term marketing play, not a quick win
Building confidence by putting yourself and your business out there
How conversations, referrals, and visibility create ripple effects over time
If you’re an equine business owner wondering whether shows are “worth it”, this conversation will give you clarity and perspective.
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In this episode, recorded live at London International Horse Show, Jenni Bush chats with Karzan Hughes, founder of Horse Rider Fitness Academy, about what it really takes to show up at major equestrian events as a business owner. Karzan shares his honest journey from his very first small trade stand to exhibiting confidently at one of the biggest equestrian shows in the UK. They talk about confidence, visibility, learning your ideal customer, and why trade shows are rarely about instant sales and far more about long-term impact. This episode is a must-listen for equine business owners thinking about exhibiting, marketing offline, or building brand presence in a relationship-driven industry. In this episode we cover: What makes the London International Horse Show different from other equestrian events The real cost and value of exhibiting at horse shows Why trade shows are a long-term marketing play, not a quick win Building confidence by putting yourself and your business out there How conversations, referrals, and visibility create ripple effects over time If you’re an equine business owner wondering whether shows are “worth it”, this conversation will give you clarity and perspective.