About the Owner
Rakibur Joarder, better known as Raki, is the owner of Joarder Acres Ranch, located in Auburn, Georgia, where his passion for horses and dedication to quality horsemanship come together. With a hands-on approach, Raki is deeply involved in the day-to-day operations of the ranch, from horse care and ranch operations to working closely with clients and riders of all experience levels.
By profession, Raki is a Senior Project Manager at PNC Bank, where a significant part of his portfolio focuses on managing De novo builds and overseeing projects from concept to completion. He also leads initiatives centered around improving processes, driving efficiency, and delivering strategic solutions with a focus on long-term success. The same organization, attention to detail, and leadership that define his professional career are reflected throughout Joarder Acres.
Raki is committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment where both horses and people can thrive. Through Joarder Acres, he hopes to share his knowledge, build meaningful relationships within the community, and provide a place where riders can learn, grow, and truly enjoy the experience of working with horses.
From the Owner
Some of my earliest and happiest memories come from visiting my grandfather’s farm as a child. I was always drawn to animals, but there was something special about horses that stayed with me throughout my life. As the years went on, life took us into the city and away from the farm lifestyle I loved so much, but that passion never truly faded.
Years later, I saw that same love for horses growing in my own children. My older son started riding when he was just 4 years old, and through him, I found my way back to the saddle. What began as spending time together around horses quickly turned into something much bigger for our family. I realized how much peace, joy, and connection horses brought into our lives, and I wanted to hold onto that feeling.
Joarder Acres Ranch was originally created simply as a place to keep horses for my two sons, but over time it became so much more. What started as a personal dream for my family slowly grew into a place I wanted to share with others. I wanted to create a welcoming environment where people could step away from the stress of everyday life, connect with horses, make memories with their families, and experience the same happiness that horses brought to ours.
Today, Joarder Acres is more than just a ranch to me, it’s a reflection of family, hard work, passion, and the simple joy of being around animals. Whether you are an experienced rider or someone meeting a horse for the very first time, my hope is that every person who visits feels welcomed, comfortable, and excited to come back again.
