Meet the Board of Directors
The Board of Directors provides governance, financial oversight, and strategic guidance to advance the mission of Horses of Hope / Caballos de Esperanza Inc. The board safeguards the organization’s standards, stewardship of donor resources, and compliance as a registered Puerto Rico nonprofit and federally recognized 501(c)(3).
Daniel Bair
President
Daniel Bair has been involved with Horses of Hope since 2022, when his son became a program participant—an experience that had a meaningful impact on their family. He joined the Board of Directors in 2023 and has served as President of the Board since January 2026.
Daniel is an Associate Professor of Soil Science at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez. He is passionate about supporting Horses of Hope’s mission and expanding access to equine-assisted services for children, teens, and adults across Puerto Rico.
Marie Ramos
Vice-President
Marie Ramos brings over 30 years of hands-on experience in the horse industry to Horses of Hope PR. She holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and built a professional career in project management, IT, and corporate human resources before retiring to focus on her lifelong passion for horses.
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Marie has worked as an instructor, trainer, and barn manager, and now owns and operates Misfit Farms, where she also cares for her own horses. As Vice President of the Board, she is committed to using her practical experience, leadership background, and deep respect for horses to help strengthen and grow Horses of Hope PR so it can reach its full potential.
Heidi Dulanney
Treasurer
Heidi Dulaney has been a Horses of Hope Board Member since 2020. She served as our Board President for several years but has recently moved into the role of Treasurer, where her professional skill set best serves our Board.
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Heidi is the Americas Aftermarket Chief Operating Officer for their Business & General Aviation business at Honeywell Aerospace in Aguadilla. She lives in Isabela with her husband and has two grown stepchildren and two Great Danes. She is a champion of Horses of Hope’s mission and proudly serves those who benefit from our program.