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Wellington International details $6.5M in upgrades, bigger purses and 2027 stadium target
Summary
Wellington International representatives told the Equestrian Preserve Committee they invested about $6.5 million in facilities and hospitality, raised prize purses (including a $1,000,000 finale) and aim to open a new stadium for 2027 if required county and village permits are obtained.
Murray Kessler, of Wellington International, and Michael Stone briefed the Equestrian Preserve Committee on Jan. 7 on upgrades, sponsorships and a timeline for a new stadium.
Kessler said Wellington International's strategy is to —keep Wellington International the premier horse sports destination in the world for generations to come.— He credited infrastructure work, improved hospitality and a marketing push for a rise in ticket sales and overall revenues. Kessler said ticket sales rose about 59 percent over the prior year in some periods and overall revenues grew roughly 5 percent year-over-year.
The presentation listed about $6.5 million spent this past summer on site…
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