Tune in as Jessie and Kennadee dive into powerful conversations about chasing dreams fearlessly, cultivating confidence in and out of the arena, and using your platform to uplift others. With authenticity and heart, Kennadee discusses the importance of education, faith, and staying true to your values no matter where the spotlight shines.

Whether you're a fellow dream chaser, an equestrian at heart, or simply someone in need of a motivational boost, this episode will leave you feeling inspired to saddle up and pursue your purpose with passion.

🎧 Listen now and get ready to catch your dreams, one stride at a time.

Abigail Benz was crowned Miss Rodeo Arkansas 2023 at Kay Rodgers Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Daughter of Stacy and Colonel Edward J Benz III, she was born in Oklahoma, learned to ride horses in North Carolina, fell in love with rodeo as a young Westernaire in Colorado, and spent her high school years in Georgia. Abigail is a graduate of Auburn University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Global Studies. As an undergraduate, Abigail studied abroad in Italy and completed an internship working to eradicate human trafficking in Nepal. Following graduation, she worked in the professional sports industry where she managed community engagement and foundation operations. Abigail is now a proud resident of the Natural State where she is furthering her education at the University of Arkansas, Abigail manages Glitter N’ Dirt, a brand that sparks empowerment and a passion for the western way of life and operates a western boutique in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Abigail is excited to continue to promote her platform, Cowgirl Courage, a registered nonprofit organization. The mission of Cowgirl Courage is to educate and empower everyone to “Speak Up, Stand Up, and Saddle Up” with courage in any situation. She supports advocacy centers that work to prevent injustices including human trafficking, bullying and increased suicide rates in Veterans from happening by inspiring a generation of confident and courageous cowboys and cowgirls. Abigail has a passion for helping others achieve their fullest potential and biggest dreams despite any obstacle life throws their way.

In the future, Abigail plans to attend a top tier law school with a joint MBA program. She hopes to continue to make a significant impact on the lives of men, women and children around the world through both Cowgirl Courage and Glitter N’ Dirt. Abigail is a lifelong equestrian who will continue to spend hours in the saddle barrel racing, roping and riding with her family on Glitter N’ Dirt Ranch.

As Miss Rodeo Arkansas 2023, Abigail will aid and promote the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the rodeo, equine and agricultural industries that encompass the western way of life. She will travel nearly 50,000 miles across the United States and will make appearances at rodeos, military installations, schools and clubs creating awareness about the sport of rodeo, as well as empowering everyone to have Cowgirl Courage. Abigail will represent the Natural State at the Miss Rodeo America 2024 Pageant in Las Vegas, Nevada in December 2023.

From the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Arena to gracing your TV screen as you turn it to the newly added "Cowgirl Channel," Hailey Frederiksen is a one-of-a-kind cowgirl that adds a little bit of sparkle everywhere she goes!

Tune in now to see how your dreams could just be waiting on you to put in the work and get your boots dirty!

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