In elementary school, Kiele made a friend who owned horses. One invitation to the farm later, and the horse bug bit. Kiele jokes that every time she tries to look for a non-equine career, they seem to find a way to creep back into her life. But this led her to becoming a part of The Fox Moon Farm Project!

With a Psychology degree in hand and the COVID shutdown straight after college, Kiele found herself volunteering at a local therapeutic riding center. One thing led to another and she gained her PATH Intl. certifications as a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor and Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning in order to join as a staff member of that center. While she holds these equestrian certifications, Kiele believes that there is always something new to learn from horses every day alongside clients!

Having a disability herself, deaf with a cochlear implant, Kiele has a passion for supporting the dreams and goals of others with disabilities. Growing up riding horses and learning to advocate for herself in a noisy world, Kiele truly believes in the therapeutic power of horses to lift others up.

When not running around with our herd, Kiele enjoys being a social butterfly, hiking, gardening, creating art, and reading. She can’t wait to meet you!