from the USTA Communications Department

Columbus, OH — The U.S. Trotting Association today announced two staff appointments within its Communications Department: Kate Lockhart has been named USTA Marketing Manager and John Pawlak has been named USTA Public Relations Manager.

Lockhart, who is in her fifth year with the USTA, will have the responsibility for marketing USTA products and services. Prior to assuming her new position she held the responsibility for marketing the Association’s monthly magazine, Hoof Beats.

Pawlak, who recently completed 25 years of service to the USTA and 32 years in the Standardbred industry, will take responsibility for a number of projects focusing on the communications between the Association and its members, the press and the public — through print and video channels.

“Both Kate and John bring a great deal of knowledge and experience to these positions, and I know they will continue to help the USTA and its communications efforts move forward,” said Communications Director Nicole Kraft.