COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Taylor Gilkey

January 29, 2020 0 comments CG Editorial Team

Taylor Gilkey has played various roles within the Western industry and currently serves as the event marketing coordinator at The Cowboy Channel. Whether it’s teaching interns how to cover rodeo by way of social media, coordinating fashion shows, or photographing horses, her passion for the Western way of life knows no bounds, and that is truly the foundation of her success.

Future for women in the Western industry

“I think the future for women in this industry is a bright shining star. There are so many influencers and ways to influence ‘our people.’ The younger generation is stepping up to the plate and making this industry something people can be proud to say they’re a part of.”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.
Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Olivia Starling Townsend

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Olivia Starling Townsend started as a brand ambassador for American Hat Co., and has developed a widespread personal brand since then. In addition to her work with American Hat Co., Townsend works as a brand ambassador and sales representative for BEX Sunglasses, NRS, and Miss Macie Boots, and was the 2019 face of Kimes Ranch Jeans.

Future for women in the Western industry

“The talent and drive of our women seem unparalleled. From fashion designers to NFR contestants we are a hard working, self motivated and very grounded. With so many boss babes with amazing stories as moms, business owners and competitors within the industry it is inspiring and allows for so much hope for individual growth at any stage of life!”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.
Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Katy Lucas

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You may know her as the 2014 Team Roping Canada Champion, 2015 Miss Rodeo Canada, or from her work with the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association, but for the past two years, Katy Lucas has been the content editor for FloRodeo, where she creates entertaining and exciting content around 150 events livestreamed on FloRodeo’s website. Lucas also operates KT Rodeo Industries INC., where she helps rodeo competitors build skills to market themselves.

Future for women in the Western industry

“She could be a fan, a mom cheering on her kids, a woman competing in rodeo, a journalist covering the sport, or a rodeo queen that has never swung a rope or ran a barrel pattern—any shape or form, a woman is able to be involved. It makes her a part of the future of rodeo.”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.
Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Shaley Ham

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Shaley Ham is a full-time tax accountant with a love for the Western lifestyle. After getting noticed for her fashion posts on social media, she developed a marketing business based on Western fashion and lifestyle brands. Ham is one of the Western industry’s most sought-after influencer, racking up assignments and deals with brands such as Wrangler and Pendleton.

Future for women in the Western industry

“Many people tend to think of cowboys when they think of the Western way of life, but they forget the hardworking ladies who are working day in and day out to keep generational family ranches operating, or caring for their equine athletes. I think it’s incredible that social media has opened doors for Western women to explore their passions within the industry.”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.
Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Samantha Crowley

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Samantha Crowley graduated from Albright College with a B.A. in Fashion Merchandising and dreamed of working at a magazine. As the Fashion Editor for COWGIRL, she uses her degree to its fullest potential, styling fashion shoots, reporting on trends, and building relationships with some of the most important brands in our industry.

Future for women in the wWstern industry

 “The future for women in the Western industry is brighter than ever. I think there is so much on the horizon for Western women, especially with the growing popularity of breakaway roping.”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.

Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Janzen Tew

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Self-taught photographer Janzen Tew noticed the absence of a central hub for boutiques and brand owners to source everything from their logo and product photography to consulting and multi-media management, which led her to the creation of Denim & Velvet, a leading marketing and design company in the Western industry.

Future for women in the Western industry

“I think that the future of the women in the Western industry is powerful. They are using tools and knowledge found outside of our industry, evolving it and making it grow. It’s powerful and exciting to see the direction it is headed.”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.
Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Katie Armstrong

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“I wasn’t made to be a kept woman. I was made to WORK,” says Katie Armstrong, and that is just what she does. The Tarleton State University grad stays busy; she is always on the road, her inbox is always full, and she always has another project on the horizon. Armstrong has always had a strong work ethic—from putting herself through college on scholarships to interning with some of the top names in our industry—and she says that everything she has been working toward has finally paid off.

Future for women in the Western industry

“There’s an abundance of young women who dream of helping our industry evolve and grow; I’m one of them. I just can’t wait to see which ones set themselves apart and work day and night to do so.”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.
Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Ivy Conrado-Saebens

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Ivy Conrado-Saebens was born into the barrel-horse business. Traveling the world with her futurity-horse-trainer parents, Conrado-Saebens developed a passion for horses at a very young age. Though she took time off from barrel racing to compete in volleyball in the Junior Olympics four times, she could not deny her one true love. She turned her passion into a career and is now a four-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Qualifier, the 2019 Reserve World Champion, and the 2019 NFR Average champion with more than $718,000 in career earnings and multiple WNFR Round wins under her belt.

Future for women in the Western industry

“The future for women in the Western industry on the edge of absolutely historic greatness.”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.
Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Karlee Peterson

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Through Karlee Peterson’s daily TV show, Western Sports Roundup, she shares the news and updates of the Western world, along with never-before-heard stories of some of the biggest names in our industry.

Future for women in the Western industry

“Revolutionary. Western women have utilized individuals’ talents, skills, and passion to build a community of vibrant, brilliant goal-getters. The past barriers between the culture of city and Western now represent opportunity for all walks of life. Women are using these opportunities to truly revolutionize the ‘New West.’”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.
Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020: Jenna Link

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Jenna Link is the Digital Content Manager for COWGIRL and feels fortunate that a career and a passion have come together in a position that allows her to travel around the country, working in the industry that raised her. When she’s not doing COWGIRL things, you can usually find her on the back of a horse, running barrels, or roping, and heading to the next rodeo.

Future for women in the Western industry

“Whether you are a competing cowgirl, a rancher, a fashion influencer, artist, creator, you-name-it, there is room for you at our table. The Western world is full of badass women who are passionate about what they do and they want others and our industry to thrive.”

See the complete list of COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2020 here.
Applications are open for COWGIRL 30 Under 30 2021! Apply here.

COWGIRL 30 Under 30 is sponsored by The Cowboy Channel, Wrangler, Montana Silversmiths, Durango Boots, Charlie 1 Horse Hats, and Cavender’s.