Jason Brinkman and Laura Simiele join ELEV8 as Horsemen Liaisons to advance hydration education across the racing and equestrian communities.
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — June 1, 2026 — ELEV8, an equine hydration and wellness brand, today named industry professionals Jason Brinkman and Laura Simiele as ELEV8 Ambassadors serving as Horsemen Liaisons. The partnership advances ELEV8's commitment to equine wellness, performance, and hydration education across all disciplines of the horse industry.
Brinkman and Simiele bring decades of combined experience and a deep passion for the equine athlete. Both are active in Thoroughbred racing, ownership, media, and equine advocacy. That makes them natural representatives for a brand focused on helping horses perform and recover at their best.
Brinkman is a respected Thoroughbred industry executive with experience spanning racing, breeding, syndication, marketing, and business development. Known for his extensive industry network and innovative approach to fan engagement, he has played a key role in expanding ownership opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and introducing new audiences to the sport of Thoroughbred racing.
Simiele, a lifelong owner, breeder, and equine advocate based in Saratoga Springs, has built a reputation for introducing new audiences to Thoroughbred racing through education, horsemanship, and the horse-human connection. A student of Hall of Fame trainers John Nerud and Jonathan Sheppard, with continued mentorship from veteran trainer Richard Schosberg, Simiele is a respected advocate for equine welfare, aftercare, and the culture of racing both on and off the track.
Through the partnership, Brinkman and Simiele will work with ELEV8 on educational initiatives, digital media content, industry events, and outreach. The goal is to promote hydration awareness and best practices in equine wellness throughout the racing and equestrian communities.
It is a partnership pairing recognized equine professionals with ELEV8 to lead hydration education and equine wellness outreach across the racing and equestrian communities.
Jason Brinkman and Laura Simiele, both active in Thoroughbred racing, ownership, media, and equine advocacy, are serving as Horsemen Liaisons.
Consistent, filtered water supports equine health, recovery, and performance at every stage of a horse's life, from farm development through competition and second careers.
ELEV8 delivers consistently filtered, high-quality water to support the health, recovery, and performance of horses at every stage of life. Working with owners, trainers, and the broader equestrian community, ELEV8 advances hydration education and best practices across the horse industry. Learn more at Elev8Equine.com.
RJ Bianculli
Co-Founder, ELEV8
RJ@hydr8.us
