Lexington, KY (June 12, 2014) - The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) announced today that Cindy Vimont will be retiring her position as Senior Director of Member Programs on June 13, after more than twelve years in the position.  Vimont has been instrumental in furthering the development of member programs and improved services for USDF and its members.  Before joining USDF, Vimont served as Director International Disciplines for the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), and brought her dressage and management expertise to USDF when the organization relocated to Lexington, KY in 2002.

            USDF Executive Director Stephan Hienzsch stated; "On behalf of the USDF Executive Board, I want to thank Cindy for her innumerable contributions and unwavering dedication to the organization.  Cindy's support and leadership will be greatly missed, and we wish her the very best in the future.  I have every confidence that seasoned staff has been well positioned to assure continuity in the program and administration and customer service provided to our members."

            Vimont is looking forward to taking time to travel and catch up on personal projects this summer.

Founded in 1973, the United States Dressage Federation is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more information about USDF membership or programs, visit www.usdf.org, email usdressage@usdf.org, or call (859) 971-2277.