STRIDER is pleased to announce the STRIDER Platform is now an approved Competition Software Provider for the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), supporting 143,000 USEF members across 29 disciples and breeds.
As a certified USEF Competition Level One Entry Provider, the STRIDER digital platform will enable riders to submit complete show entries and signed waivers for any USEF rated competition, educational Masterclass, or clinic with just a few clicks on their phone.
This partnership was spearheaded by Heather Briggs, Strider’s newly appointed Chief Technology Officer, on the heels of the popular Strider eWaivers subscription service launched last month.
“What I love about STRIDER is our platform’s accessibility and flexibility. We have innovative technology to support the range of disciplines across the $122B US equestrian market, rather than just one niche.” stated Briggs
“I understand well the endless frustrations of show secretaries methodically and tediously spending hours transcribing paper-based entries with illegible email addresses into show software programs. Today, thanks to USEF’s support, our STRIDER’s FastEntry™ initiative will enable top show venues across the industry to save thousands of dollars each month in paperwork processing.” says Briggs.
“It’s fantastic to see much STRIDER’s FastEntry product frees up show staff resources to complete more pressing tasks. It’s also rewarding to know how much quicker FastEntry will make the entry process for USEF members.”
Entries submitted with STRIDER enhanced FastEntry™ product will include SafeSport certification info, Coggins, a signed USEF liability release, USEF member contact info, as well as association numbers for members & horses.    Supported associations include United States Dressage Federation, United States Eventing Association, United States Hunter Jumper Association, United States Para-Equestrian Association, and USA Reining.
The enhanced FastEntry™ product for USEF Members is one of several tools STRIDER recently launched to support venues in their competition management efforts.   Last month STRIDER launched their groundbreaking Strider eWaiver service to enable venues to easily collect legally enforce signatures on liability waivers in seconds using any mobile device.
Briggs noted, “These two products are a game changer in light of the new event management safety rules and the USEF COVID Action Pan. Now more than ever, event management and officials need immediate access to a rider’s legal documentation and contact information.  With STRIDER, they’ll have those details on hand.”
Venues see up to an 80% cost savings and up to five times more digital marketing reach when they collect entries thru STRIDER. This savings allows top-level show management to focus money into other programs that actually benefit participants and show sponsors directly.
Strider’s CEO Tara Swersie says, “”We are delighted to partner with US Equestrian to enable their members accelerated access to equestrian opportunities during this time. Strider looks to be a valuable partner for USEF going forward.”
“STRIDER has always been dedicated to enabling the competitive equestrian access to top services and opportunities in the sport. Whether it’s simplifying the connection between riders and show organizers, or enhancing our members equestrian’s lifestyle through curated access to our StriderRewards partners, we believe in enabling access throughout the industry. ”
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) serves as the National Governing Body for Equestrian Sport.  Since its inception in 1917, US Equestrian has been dedicated to pursuing excellence and promoting growth, all while providing and maintaining a safe and level playing field for both its equine and human athletes. Fostering growth among newcomers as well as the coming generation is paramount to US Equestrian’s continued success.
US Equestrian trains, selects, and funds the United States Equestrian Team, which consistently wins medals at the highest level of international competition, including the Olympic Games. As the governing body, US Equestrian licenses equestrian competitions of all levels across the United States each year.
STRIDER™ is a leading software services provider in the equestrian industry with more than 90,000 users worldwide.  STRIDER offers digital solutions for online event registration, promotion, and payment focused on top tier athletic opportunities. Products include the USEF certified STRIDER™ entry platform, StriderPay™, StriderFastEntry™, and Strider eWaivers. Please visit info.striderpro.com to learn more about the suite of software products and services available. Connect with STRIDER™ on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.