Bex hails from Northern Virginia where she grew up competing in Hunter Pleasure. She received dual bachelor’s degrees from Virginia Tech in Biology and Animal & Poultry Sciences in 2005. After graduation, she completed a management internship at a major thoroughbred racehorse breeding farm and became certified in equine sports massage. Bex has been working as a supervising veterinary technician since 2006, and obtained an R.V.T. license in 2009. She spent several years in both Virginia (Marion DuPont Scott Equine Medical Center) and Kentucky (Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital) prior to moving to Ventura in 2011. Outside of work, Becky enjoys exploring California wine country, the beach, and camping with her husband.

Amy was born and raised in Canada where her passion for horses began at a young age. She grew up riding and showing any horse she could! After attending school to become an Equine Sports Therapist she knew she had more to learn. Her love of horses brought her (and her horse at the time) down to California. Amy began volunteering at HGAE in January 2016 while attending Mount San Antonio College where she graduated from their Veterinary Technician Program with an Associate’s Degree in Science. She was hired on as a full-time employee shortly after graduation. When she is not working, she enjoys traveling and hiking with her husband her two adorable sons, Wade and Lucas, and her chihuahua Sonny!

Jocelyn is from Rhode Island. She moved to California in 2013 and joined HGAE in 2014. Jocelyn spends her free time with her thoroughbred, Bunny, and hiking with her dog, Vada. Jocelyn’s favorite things about working at HGAE are foaling season, surgery, and teasing Dr. Mike.

Jen grew up in Camarillo riding hunter in ETI. Jen now rides dressage and manages the dressage shows at both El Sueno and Mission Pacific Equestrian Center. Jen is the volunteer chair of the CDS chapter in Ventura.

Melissa grew up around horses in Simi Valley. During high school, she volunteered at Therapeutic Horseback Riding. Melissa moved to Colorado to attend Colorado State University and completed a degree in Equine Science in 2017. She earned her Masters of Kinesiology at California State University Northridge in 2022. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and her dog, Ruby.

Lillian (Lilly) was born and raised in Ojai, California. She has always had a passion for animals but found her true passion within the equestrian sport. Lilly competed in the hunters, jumpers, and equitation at the national level from a young age, and continued through high school. She received a sports scholarship to ride for the Savannah College of Art and Design, where she went on to captain the team to multiple national championships. After graduating with a BA in Equestrian Studies in 2019, Lilly managed a private traveling show barn of nationally ranked hunters and jumpers as well as FEI Grand Prix horses. After spending almost two years traveling around the east coast and parts of Europe, Lilly decided to return home to California and pursue her passion for equine medicine at HGAE. When she is not at work, Lilly enjoys riding, hiking, and getting to spend time with friends and family.

Valerie has been with HGAE for over 15 years. Valerie will answer the phone when you call and assist you in any way she can. Valerie enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and trail riding with her husband.

Tracy has returned to HGAE after a few years off. Tracy handles open invoices and acts as a liaison with farm managers and business representatives. Tracy is the leader of the Santa Rosa Valley Market Lamb Project and has been involved with the 4H program for 12 years. Tracy enjoys barrel racing and trail riding with Tracy’s daughter Makayla.