Helena Harris
Principal Consultant – Equine Behavior
Helena brings over 30 years of experience to the Stall and Stable mission. Her career began in software, but after 12 years in the corporate world, she made the switch to the horse industry full time. She’s worked in barns large and small, managed operations, lesson & training programs, general boarding, and speciality services. For 14 years, Helena hosted and produced podcasts in the equine industry with the Horse Radio Network.
In 2024 Helena began her graduate studies in Animal Welfare & Behavior Science at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (PennVet).
As an equestrian consultant, Helena realized that business owners spend far too much money on things that don’t support their goals. Many of these expenses can be significantly reduced by creating environments and training programs that work with a horse’s innate behavior instead of against it, as is often the case with traditionally designed facilities and training techniques.
Today, Helena specializes in equine behavior consulting for professionals and private horse owners. From basic stable manners, to guidance about how to help elite sport horses be more competitive, Helena’s expertise is a welcome addition to training programs in a variety of disciplines.
With two OTTB mares and a retired fieldhunter, Helena rides mostly for pleasure these days. She plans to return to foxhunting just as soon as humanly possible, but with so many fun disciplines in Aiken, you never know what arena you’ll find her in! Contact Helena.
Buck Harris
Principal Consultant – Equine & Agri Business
Buck has been a business and finance consultant for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) loan program for over 15 years. Most recently, he served as Sr. Vice President at Community Investment Corporation, an economic development company that provides financial support to entrepreneurs in New England.
In July 2024, Buck joined the faculty at the University of South Carolina, Aiken, where he teaches business finance and entrepreneurship to undergraduates.
Working with hundreds of business owners in diverse markets gives Buck an in-depth perspective on the most common obstacles to success. As a Stall and Stable Business Consultant, he helps our clients with business planning, management, and financial preparation for start-up, expansion, or change.
Buck has an MBA from Quinnipiac University, spent 16 years as a small business owner himself, and raised three daughters who are horse professionals. His equine partner and good friend is none other than the legendary Bad Hat Harry (Brody)!
Contact Buck for help with your business.
