- Board of Directors of Special Equestrians - 2 years
- Yoga
- Dancing
- Outdoor Recreation
- Kayaking
- Music
- Fashion
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
- Adventure Travel
- Road Trips
- Historical Exploration
- Train Travel
Open To Work
Bethany Wood
VERO BEACH
Work Preference
Summary
Accomplished small business owner with proven expertise in sales, vendor relations, and customer service. Successfully implemented marketing strategies that increased revenue and enhanced brand identity.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Two Pretty Horses Equestrian Boutique
Vero Beach, FL
09.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce overhead costs.
- Established strong vendor relationships to secure quality products and favorable pricing terms.
- Designed marketing strategies that increased customer engagement through social media and local events.
- Led community outreach initiatives to build brand awareness and foster relationships with local equestrian groups.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
- Expanded client base through targeted networking initiatives, resulting in increased sales opportunities.
- Increased revenue by implementing effective marketing strategies and establishing strong customer relationships.
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
Teacher
Indian River County School District
Vero Beach, FL
08.2003 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and needs.
- Assessed student progress and provided timely feedback to promote academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design cross-curricular projects that integrated multiple subjects.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform curriculum adjustments and improve educational strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Property Manager
Self-employeed
Vero Beach, FL
01.2000 - Current
- Managed tenant relations, ensuring prompt communication and issue resolution.
- Oversaw property maintenance, coordinating repairs and inspections with vendors.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to attract prospective tenants.
- Conducted regular property evaluations to maintain compliance with regulations.
- Currently holding a mortgage for one of my previous tenants.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Warren Area High School
Warren, PABachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05-2001
Associate of Arts - Retail
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05-1981
Skills
- Small business operations
- Planning and execution
- Vendor relations
- Business marketing
- Customer service
- Decision-making
- Customer relations
- Marketing strategies
- Sales tracking
- Sound judgment
- Product promotion
Accomplishments
- Started with a few recognized brands and selling at horse shows.
- Designed some of our own brands
- Created a website for on-line selling
- Increased the number of brands carried
- improved customer service with packaging and QR code
Certification
- Owner of Two Pretty Horses Equestrian Boutique
- Buyer for all merchandise
Interests
Timeline
Small Business Owner
Two Pretty Horses Equestrian Boutique
09.2016 - Current
Teacher
Indian River County School District
08.2003 - Current
Property Manager
Self-employeed
01.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
Warren Area High School
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Associate of Arts - Retail
Eastern Kentucky University