For Immediate Release

Wellington, FL - March 7, 2014 - Richard Schechter's Bainbridge Farm and The Bainbridge Companies are the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival's (FTI WEF) longest continuous sponsor, supporting the horse show as it has grown and progressed. This year Bainbridge Farm and The Bainbridge Companies return to sponsor week nine of competition, which started on Wednesday, March 5. One of the largest Grand Prix competitions of the twelve weeks of FTI WEF, the $280,000 FEI World Cup™ Qualifier Grand Prix, CSI-W 4*, will be presented by The Bainbridge Companies on Saturday night, March 8, as part of the "Saturday Night Lights" series.

The Bainbridge Companies are one of the most successful owners and developers of high-end apartment complexes. The apartment communities span across the Eastern United States, with Bainbridge's main headquarters located right in Wellington, Florida, as well as Bethesda, Maryland. There are also regional offices in Orlando, Florida; Westport, Connecticut; Arlington, Virginia; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Dallas, Texas. The company manages close to 16,000 apartment homes in 48 communities. At this time there are also many apartment communities being built. Given the experience of top management, The Bainbridge Companies stay committed to finding, creating, and developing quality living environments.

According to Richard Schechter, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Managing Principal, "Bainbridge's success comes from the strength, dedication and experience of our team and the support of our partners."

Bainbridge's involvement with the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival stems from Schechter's love for the equestrian sport. With Bainbridge Farm located right in Wellington, Florida, Schechter believes that there is nothing comparable to the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival. Schechter explains, "There are twelve weeks of extraordinary competition, great riders, and incredible horses. There is just nothing like it."

Schechter believes the FTI WEF has helped shape Wellington, stating, "I enjoy the experience and lifestyle brought by the horse show," which is why The Bainbridge Companies give back to the equestrian community by sponsoring week nine of competition. Richard Schechter adds, "I want to support the sport through the horse show."

Bainbridge is actively involved with the communities in which the company develops and operates. Aside from reaching out to the equine world, Bainbridge is involved with healthcare institutions, educational projects, and charities for children. Schechter is highly committed to numerous pet and equine welfare organizations and veterinary colleges as well as helping to support FTI WEF. In addition he has a very active show program based at his farm in Wellington.  

For more information on The Bainbridge Companies, please visit www.bainbridgecompanies.com.     

Please visit www.equestriansport.com or call 561-793-5867 for more information on the 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival.