Meet the Consultancy Team
Claire M. Galer BSc (Hons)
Founder & Lead Strategic Consultant CG Equestrian Business Consultancy
Equestrian & Animal Health Senior Management Specialist
Claire Galer is a highly accomplished senior executive with over 30 years of leadership experience across the UK, European, and global equestrian and animal health sectors. Recognised for her commercial acumen, strategic clarity, and industry authority, Claire has built, scaled, and led award-winning equestrian businesses operating across Europe, the USA, the Middle East, and Australia.
A BSc (Hons) graduate in Equine Science, Claire’s academic foundation in equine veterinary science, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, and sports therapy underpins a career that bridges technical understanding with commercial execution. Her professional trajectory uniquely combines veterinary pharmaceutical sales, equine performance consultancy, international brand development, distributor management, and C-suite leadership within global equestrian organisations.
Claire is the Founder of CG Equestrian Business Consultancy, established to provide specialist advisory services to equestrian businesses seeking sustainable international growth, refined brand positioning, improved distributor performance, and strategic market expansion. Her consultancy integrates deep sector knowledge with practical operational experience, delivering measurable commercial outcomes for clients across multiple territories.
Previously, as Head of EMEA Sales & Marketing for Saddlery Brands International Ltd, Claire played a pivotal role in scaling the European business portfolio. She directed sales and marketing strategies across Europe, Scandinavia, the Middle East, and Africa, negotiating and managing complex international distributor agreements, leading high-performance regional teams, and delivering robust P&L management across multi-brand portfolios.
Claire is also the Founder and former CEO of Derriere Equestrian Ltd, an internationally recognised, award-winning equestrian brand supplying more than 400 retailers in 38 countries. Launching at SPOGA Horse in 2014 and immediately winning the Silver Innovation Award, she built the brand from concept to global distribution, establishing strong B2B and B2C revenue models, intellectual property protection, international e-commerce infrastructure, and trusted trade partnerships. The business was successfully sold in 2022, reflecting both its brand value and strategic positioning within the global equestrian marketplace.
Her earlier career includes senior sales and technical advisory roles with Bayer Plc within the veterinary pharmaceutical sector, and Dodson & Horrell Ltd within equine nutrition, building a comprehensive understanding of veterinary practice operations, pharmaceutical marketing, equine retail dynamics, and national key account management. This experience provides Claire with rare insight into both clinical and commercial aspects of the equine industry.
Beyond corporate leadership, Claire is a qualified Equine and Human Sports Therapist, having worked closely with veterinary surgeons, elite riders, trainers, and Team GB Olympic and Paralympic squad members. She served as Chairman of the Equine Sports Massage Association (2011–2013) and Chairman of MAST during the DEFRA and LANTRA Review of the Veterinary Procedures Regime (2011–2014), demonstrating her influence at regulatory and governance level within the profession.
Claire is an award-winning entrepreneur and respected industry voice, recognised through multiple international business and innovation awards, and featured by UK Trade & Investment as an experienced exporter advising UK businesses on global expansion strategy.
Strategic Consultancy Expertise
Claire combines analytical precision with intuitive leadership. She is known for decisive strategic thinking, high-level negotiation skills, and the ability to build long-standing, profitable relationships across complex international markets. Her leadership style blends commercial discipline with empathy and team empowerment, consistently driving growth while strengthening brand reputation and organisational resilience.
Together with Dr Tim Galer, Claire leads CG Equestrian Business Consultancy with a rare combination of clinical excellence and commercial expertise, offering clients a uniquely integrated approach to equestrian business development, regulatory advisory, and international sector strategy.
Lead Equine Veterinary Consultant at CG Equestrian Business Consultancy & Principal Veterinary Surgeon, Peasebrook Equine Clinic Ltd.Dr Tim Galer BVetMed CertESM MRCVS
Dr Tim Galer is one of the United Kingdom’s most respected and experienced equine veterinary surgeons, known for his clinical excellence, specialist credentials, and influential contributions to equine veterinary practice, education, and industry standards.
Tim graduated from The Royal Veterinary College, London with his Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery and soon achieved the Royal College Certificate in Equine Stud Medicine (CertESM), a highly regarded specialist qualification in equine reproduction and stud health. He continues to contribute to the profession as an examiner for the Royal College Certificate in Equine Stud Medicine, helping uphold the highest standards of specialist training for future equine vets.
In 1991, Tim established Peasebrook Equine Clinic, building it into a purpose designed, full-service equine hospital and referral practice renowned for its comprehensive diagnostic, surgical, and rehabilitation facilities. Today, the clinic boasts advanced capabilities in lameness investigation, diagnostic imaging (including radiography, endoscopy and ultrasound), dentistry, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, in-house laboratory services, and bespoke rehabilitation programmes, all delivered with continuity of care and clinical precision.
Over more than three decades in practice, Tim’s clinical interests have matured into deep specialist expertise in lameness investigation and sports medicine, complex surgical procedures, pre-purchase examinations across all equine disciplines, and stud medicine, making him a trusted authority for high-performance athletes, leisure horses, and breeding stock alike. He remains intimately involved in the majority of stud work the practice undertakes, combining expert reproductive management with evidence-based medicine.
Tim’s clinical acumen is matched by his reputation as an expert witness and professional advisor. He regularly provides expert veterinary opinion for legal and insurance cases through respected bodies such as the Veterinary Defence Society, underlining his authority and credibility at the intersection of medicine, regulation, and industry governance.
Highly sought after for his balanced judgement and technical excellence, Tim’s contributions extend to public education and professional discourse. He authors technical articles, presents case studies, and delivers insights on subjects ranging from advanced diagnostic techniques, surgical innovations, rehabilitation strategies, and best-practice approaches to equine health management, sharing knowledge that benefits horse owners, practitioners, and allied professionals.
Strategic Veterinary & Regulatory Consultancy Work
In addition to his clinical leadership, Tim brings rare expertise to strategic equine veterinary consultancy, advising on regulatory frameworks, best practice guidelines, and equine health standards for complex national and international projects. His insight is particularly valuable where veterinary science intersects with governance, compliance, and industry development.
At CG Equestrian Business Consultancy, Tim serves as Lead Equine Veterinary Consultant, providing advisory services in:
Regulatory & Policy Development supporting organisations and governing bodies in crafting equine health regulations, standards, and compliance protocols.
Expert Review & Audits undertaking clinical audits, practice reviews, and risk assessments to enhance animal welfare outcomes and operational excellence.
Equine Health Strategy developing bespoke frameworks for disease prevention, performance optimisation, and population health management.
Equine Infrastructure Planning, Design & Regulatory Advisory Providing specialist veterinary consultancy for the strategic planning, engineering development, and regulatory compliance of major equine infrastructure projects, including racing complexes, elite competition venues, training centres, stud farms, veterinary hospitals, and high-performance rehabilitation facilities. Advising on stable design, biosecurity architecture, clinical workflow planning, veterinary hospital specification, equine welfare integration, disease control systems, regulatory compliance frameworks, and operational risk mitigation. Supporting international engineering and governmental teams, including ongoing consultancy within the Middle East, to ensure equine facilities are designed to meet the highest global standards of welfare, performance, safety, and regulatory governance.
International Veterinary Advisory Projects including ongoing engagement with the CG Equestrian Business Consultancy on the SEA project with A D Little on regulatory and guideline development aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 equestrian strategic initiatives.
Expert Witness & Litigation Support providing authoritative specialist veterinary reporting for legal, commercial, and insurance contexts.
Tim continues to work full-time managing and running Peasebrook Equine Clinic, maintaining his hands-on clinical and surgical practice while also lending his exceptional expertise to CG Equestrian Business Consultancy. His dual role uniquely bridges frontline veterinary excellence with strategic, high-impact consultancy, making him a rare asset for organisations seeking top-tier equine veterinary insight at all levels.