Episode 22: Gina Martinez & Kylee Austin - River Winds Farm & Estate

This episode, we talked with Gina Martinez and Kylee Austin from River Winds Farm & Estate - a family-run event venue and horse farm in Saco, Maine. They tell us about what makes this home-turned-venue so special, how they got started, what they've learned in business, and much more.

ABOUT OUR GUEST:

River Winds Farm & Estate is an event venue and horse farm owned and operated by the Austin family. In 2013, the family began offering equine services and programs through Thornton Academy. Since 2017, they’ve hosted events, weddings, as well as self sponsored events like  live music shows, comedy, dinner theater,  and holiday festivities. They have also expanded their horse training facility to include boarding and horse shows in the stable and arena. Kylee joined her mother, Beth, in the family business as a teenager. As an avid horsewoman, she currently manages the Horse Arena and boarding services at River Winds. Gina’s many years of hospitality and dining services management, along with her lengthy experience in event management, make her a perfect fit to oversee events at River Winds. She has been in the hospitality industry her whole life, working in small family-owned restaurants, as well as large brand hotels.

Learn more about River Winds Farm & Estate by calling (207) 415-2110 or visiting www.riverwindsfarmandestate.com. You can also follow the on Facebook and Instagram.

 

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We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

 

ABOUT OUR SPONSOR:

This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.