Greta Cummings has been an equine professional since 1995, beginning her journey when two neighborhood girls asked her for riding lessons, which led to a small business developing from the family barn. Greta got her first pony at the age of 8, and the family's herd of horses expanded from there. Her grandfather, who instilled in her a love for horses, taught her to drive a horse and cart before she even learned to ride. Her family owned and ran the Barn Restaurant in Amana for many years, where part of their customer service included offering carriage rides through the village of Amana.

 

      Greta was involved in Iowa County 4-H for 9 years, consistently showcasing horses at the county fair, which sparked her passion for horse competitions. In addition to participating in 4-H at both county and state levels, Greta has successfully competed in Hunters and Jumpers in the Mississippi Valley region, Carriage Classics, Reining and Ranch Horse, and Western Pleasure across various breed associations. She also spent 9 summers in Colorado, riding the mountain terrains around the Pikes Peak area and working at the /LD Ranch in the San Luis Valley. Greta graduated from Kirkwood College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with a degree in Horse Science Technology in 2000. This laid the foundation for Greta Cummings' journey as an equine professional.

 

      After marrying Aaron in 2002, they moved to a small property near Mount Union, Iowa, which they called Cornerstone Farm. They still live there with their three sons. They began their small farm by raising horses, but soon, a young neighbor girl started asking about riding lessons. Once more, riding lessons were offered to local youth.

 

      Cornerstone Farm is now a full service equine farm providing valuable riding instruction, training, and clinics for riders and their horses through Cornerstone Horsemanship. In 2012 Greta and her friend Stephanie founded the Cornerstone Fellowship Ministry to mentor young girls in the way of virtue according to Proverbs 31:10-31. Greta is also currently involved with establishing the art of Cowboy Dressage in Iowa.

 

      Greta holds a strong admiration for all types of riding. She is enthusiastic about delving into the history of past horsemen and their impact on today's traditions. By asking, "why do you do what you do?" she questions the existing norms. Greta believes that every action should prioritize the horse's welfare, serve as practical everyday horsemanship, and be enjoyable for both the horse and rider. The awards are simply extra benefits.

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Greta continues to be mentored by Melanie Smith-Breidt and Tom Mowery.