Inglis Digital USA is pleased to announce the addition of Joshua Kerin to its staff as a sales and recruitment associate.
In his new role, Kerin will focus on helping the auction company recruit horses, with a focus on building and maintaining relationships the bloodstock sector based on his years of work in that part of the industry. He will be based at the company's Lexington, Ky., office, and he will work with Senior Director of Sales and Recruitment Kyle Wilson.
"I'm thrilled to be joining the Inglis Digital USA team," Kerin said. "Having grown up in Australia, I witnessed firsthand the influence and respect Inglis holds in the sales market. Having been immersed in the U.S. market for the past nine years, I believe I can contribute to strengthening the Inglis reputation and expanding its presence in the United States."
Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Kerin began his life with racehorses on the Standardbred side, working on his grandfather's farm. He made the switch to Thoroughbreds at age 13, when he went to work for Cox Plate-winning trainer Colin Little; a job he held through the rest of his school-age years. He also spent time working with trainer Ciaron Maher before moving to the U.S. to continue his education at Colorado State University.
Kerin graduated from CSU with a degree in equine science, with a minor in business management, and he was also a punter on the school's football team.
After graduating, Kerin moved to Kentucky to intern at Three Chimneys Farm under then-COO Chris Baker before taking a full-time job with Hidden Brook Farm in 2021.
In 2023, Kerin moved into a dual role with Vinery Sales and Silver Springs Training Center.
With Vinery Sales, Kerin served as a bloodstock and account manager, working with clients through the process of selling their horses, while also recruiting and interacting with potential buyers. He also served as communications manager for Silver Springs, keeping clients up to date on their horses' happenings at the training center, in the foaling barns, and more.
Additionally, Kerin is a member of the Kentucky Thoroughbred Farm Managers Club's board of directors.
"Josh brings a wealth of knowledge and years of experience with him to the Inglis Digital USA team," Wilson said. "We're thrilled to have him on board and ready to get him started working with our existing and future clients."
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