Wrangler® Women of Influence

Influence is defined as the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something. The American Quarter Horse Association is rich with trailblazing women who have not only broken traditional barriers, overcome challenges, and achieved goals, but have inspired and empowered others to do the same. Wrangler® Women of Influence seeks to recognize game-changing women who have invested their lifetime making significant contributions to the American Quarter Horse Association through their career and day-to-day life, and whose vision and creativity have altered the landscape of the industry.

In alignment with the values of Wrangler® and the American Quarter Horse Association, the Wrangler® Women of Influence will be awarded annually to four women whose character, vision, and perseverance have impacted the industry and those around them.

Anne Brzezicki’s dedication to the American Quarter Horse embodies the true spirit of the ultimate Wrangler® Woman of Influence. She has served countless roles in the American Quarter Horse industry, including trainer, stallion owner, breeder, barn owner, exhibitor, teacher, coach and mentor. With over 50 years of involvement with the American Quarter Horse Association, she has demonstrated endless enthusiasm, encouragement and kindness, always striving for riders and students to reach their best. During her teaching career, Anne was deeply involved in the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association, leading many college teams to success. In 1978, Anne was among the IHSA coaches who convinced IHSA to include western horsemanship in the class lineup, ultimately introducing thousands of college students to AQHA. Anne is an AQHA Director Emeritus, the current AQHA Marketing Committee chair, and has served on many projects and initiatives. She is also a master instructor within the Certified Horsemanship Association, an AQHA alliance partner. She has spent countless hours with horses and students and has truly invested her lifetime in perpetuating the equestrian experience for all. We congratulate her on this honor!

Suzy Jeane has been involved with American Quarter Horses since she was a little girl. Today she is a professional horse trainer, an equestrian coach at Texas A&M University, and a judge. A true cheerleader for her athletes, her family and the American Quarter Horse, Suzy has shown dedication, leadership and mentorship, profoundly impacting countless lives and young women. She is an AQHA life member, currently serves as an AQHA director-at-large and has previously served as manager of Team USA for the American Quarter Horse Youth World Cup, has or is presently involved with AQHA Judges Committee AQHA Show Committee, AQHA Youth Activities Committee, AQHA Nomination and Credentials Committee, American Quarter Horse Youth World Cup Selection Committee, AQHA Blue-Ribbon Task Force, AQHA Western Pleasure Task Force and AQHA Amateur Eligibility Task Force. She is an inaugural member of the AQHA Professional Horseman’s Committee. In 2004, she earned AQHA Most Valuable Horsewoman award. In 2016, she earned Arizona Quarter Horse Association’s Most Valuable Professional award; in 2021, she was named the AQHA Most Valuable Professional in Texas; and in 2022, she was named the AQHA Most Valuable Professional.  She has had her AQHA judges card since 1995. Suzy and her husband, Joe, operate Down the Rail Performance Prospects, a successful breeding farm standing top American Quarter Horse sires and multiple American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame members. A wearer of many hats in the equine industry, Suzy proudly became the first female president for the National Snaffle Bit Association. Her positive attitude and commitment to empowering and inspiring others extends far beyond the arena. We are honored to recognize Suzy Jeane as a Wrangler® Woman of Influence.