Board of Directors
A Unique Set of Skills and qualifications
The H4H Board of Directors of Horsemanship is passionate about our mission and dedicated to ensuring our organization’s success.
Board of Directors
Founder/President of the Board
Scott Hooper
It’s all about the people! Serving our nation was Scott’s greatest honor. Serving those who have served our nation, and our community is his calling.
Scott Hooper is a Co-founder, Instructor, and President of the Board of Directors for Horsemanship for Heroes. A retired U.S. Army combat veteran (Somalia, Iraq x3), Scott served over twenty-five years in the Infantry. During that time, he held multiple leadership and senior advisory roles across the globe. Scott is a PATH, Intl. certified Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning. Personally impacted by the human-horse bond, Scott considers this program potentially life-changing for all…participants and volunteers alike.
Founder,
Executive Director and Secretary, H4H Board of Directors
Karolyn Hooper
Karolyn (goes by “K”) has great love and respect for Veterans, Emergency Responders and their families, and has a passion for sharing the healing power of the horse with those in need.
Karolyn Hooper is a Co-founder, Instructor, and the Executive Director for Horsemanship for Heroes. K retired from the U.S. Army after twenty-three years of service, including multiple combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. She is certified by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, International (PATH, Intl) as a Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) and as an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning (ESMHL). A life-long learner, K is an Assistant Faculty Instructor in the Equine Studies Department of Post University.
Treasurer, H4H Board of Directors
Cameron Clarkson
Cameron Clarkson holds a strategic role as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for Horsemanship for Heroes (H4H) thanks to a blend of community dedication, professional expertise, and a deep love for all-things Equine.
Cameron is a prominent accountant and the founder of Clarkson Accounting, a well-respected accounting firm based in Reno, Nevada. With over three decades of experience in the accounting field, Cameron has built a reputation for providing reliable financial services to individuals and businesses alike.
Cameron became a horse lover from growing up on a ranch in South Reno and sees first-hand on a daily basis how horses can be so important to helping others heal.
He was given the appreciation for volunteering at a young age, watching his family volunteer with the Reno Rodeo and other local charities.
He is currently a Co-Chair for the Admissions Committee of Reno Rodeo as well as several other committees.
Member At-Large, H4H Board of Directors
Jerry Forsch