Ashley from Western Fashion Behind the Scenes interviews Lexi Hoagland, founder of Cowgirls and Cocktails and a marketing specialist at Lane Boots. The discussion delves into Lexi’s unique background and her passion for the Western industry, which led her from a career in construction to founding a women’s networking group and working in the Western fashion sector. Lexi shares insights into the mission of Cowgirls and Cocktails, its impact on women's networking, and organizing unique events like the upcoming Vegas tea party. She also talks about her journey with Lane Boots, highlighting the brand's innovative designs and influencer marketing strategies. The conversation closes with future events planned for Cowgirls and Cocktails, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, networking, and passion in career growth.

#1 Takeaway ? Be curious. Come from a learners mindset.

#2. No one is going to scream your name, louder than yourself. When you get in a room with women who care, ask for what you want!

Find Lexi on Instagam at @lexihoagland

Find Cowgirls & Cocktails on Instagram @cowgirlsandcocktails_

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For more information on Lane Boots, visit laneboots.com.

In this episode of the Cowboy Boot Podcast, Ashley interviews Lindsay Rosser-Sumpter, a renowned rodeo figure and fashion icon. Discussing Lindsay's fascinating career in rodeo, the interview covers her roles from a family deeply rooted in the rodeo industry to becoming the commissioner of the Women's Rodeo World Championship, the largest all-female rodeo event. The episode highlights Lindsay's award recognitions, the inclusion of various women’s sports, and the growth and future of women’s rodeo.

Key moments include the impact of breakaway roping and efforts to bring it into mainstream events, and Lindsay's perspective on supporting female athletes of all levels. The addition of goat tying.

Additionally, Ashley and Lindsay discuss the importance of role models in rodeo and Lindsay’s aspirations to make women's rodeo a household name.

Contact Linsay lsumpter@wrwc.rodeo

This episode is an edutainment segment hosted by The Boot Babe

1. "Dressage is really just basic training, but as you move up, it becomes a dance."
2. "The horses served as a foundation for our relationship, which is amazing that an animal can do that."
3. "Once you're an equestrian athlete and you taste fear, it is really hard to let that fear go."
4. "You don't have to fit one mold. You can be a dressage rider and wear your cowboy hat with your breeches and your boots."

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• Justie Jensen: "I think just showcasing different ways to style clothes is fun."
• Justie Jensen: "Being able to work with Wrangler would be a really cool opportunity."
• Justie Jensen: "I'll post really unfiltered pictures of myself... just to prove to myself that it doesn't matter."
• Ashley: "It's always a good day to wear cowboy boots."
  
  
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• Ashley Binger: "I grew up the same place that my father and brother-in-law ranch altogether. I did move away after college to Australia and New Zealand to nanny. So I lived with the family that I nannied for, and then I came back, bought some cows, rest is history. Been doing this my whole life."
• Ashley Binger: "It's really cool to see just all the new technology that they are working on. Yeah. Specifically, what are some things that are really curious to other people, right? Most people, when you're in it every day, you think people would know, but people are curious about technology in agriculture."
• Ashley Binger: "So people can say, 'Holy crap, your life is changing.' We don't do the same things every day minus, doing our chores in the morning feeding the cows. Then it just depends on the season really."
• Ashley Binger: "Yeah, where their food comes from, and it comes from families like mine and everyone else that shares in the agriculture industry. That we are all real people with good hearts, good intentions, and we want the best for the animal and our families and for everyone who's going to be eating the beef."

1. "It's all about the hustle and seeing it come to life each day."
2. "I want to keep my goals manageable where my passion stays intact."
3. "You can't pour from an empty cup."
4. "Everybody wants to be a part of something a little bit bigger than themselves."