Dr. Krishona Martinson has built a highly respected and impactful research and Extension program at the University of Minnesota, reaching millions of horse owners and professionals annually. Best known for her expertise in horse forage utilization, she has secured almost $2 million in grants and gifts, has published 68 journal and 70 Extension articles, 170 abstracts/proceedings, 4 book chapters, and successfully advised and trained 15 MS, Ph.D., and post-docs, and 31 undergraduate interns. Her diverse portfolio of Extension programming includes in-person programs, website information, an e-newsletter, online certificate courses, a Facebook page, YouTube channel, mobile apps, and infographics. Dr. Martinson has created and nurtured a strong “academic family tree” with many of her past advisees actively training and educating the next generation of the equine industry. Dr. Martinson is truly an innovative and effective member of the equine industry.