Brookelynn Baber
Bixby,OK
Summary
Professional equestrian with hands-on experience in training and caring for horses. Adept at fostering effective teamwork, ensuring reliability, and adapting to evolving needs. Skilled in groundwork, riding, grooming, and stable management, with strong emphasis on safety and animal welfare to achieve max performance. Known for excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, contributing positively to training programs and overall barn operations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Horse Trainer
Black Top Ranch
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of each horse's progress, enabling informed decision-making regarding future training strategies.
- Contributed to overall success of the stable by assisting in marketing efforts such as social media updates and creation of promotional materials showcasing recent achievements.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to monitor horses' health and address any medical concerns promptly.
- Ensured safe and clean living environments for horses by overseeing stable management and daily care routines.
- Established strong rapport with horse owners, providing regular updates on their horse and answering any questions or concerns they may have.
- Assisted head trainer with yearlings and under saddle horses.
- Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
- Coached students in basic care and maintenance of horses and stables in addition to riding technique, form and skills.
- Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on their progress.
- Prepared horses for horse shows.
- Administered prescribed medications to horses based on individual needs.
- Assisted with rehabilitation efforts for injured horses by following prescribed exercise plans.
Insurance Agent
American National Insurance
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Licensed in Property & Casualty
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service.
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Efficiently managed policy renewals, ensuring timely processing and accurate coverage updates.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions.
- Expanded client base by actively prospecting for new business opportunities and generating referrals.
- Streamlined administrative tasks, improving overall office efficiency and productivity.
- Generated leads through cold-calling, networking and other outreach methods.
Waitress
Ron’s Hamburgers and Chili
01.2009 - 08.2020
- Obtained outstanding customer service skills.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
Summer Internship
Four Winds Training and Management
05.2015 - 07.2015
- Improved riding skills through consistent practice under the guidance of professional trainers, enhancing overall effectiveness as an apprentice horse trainer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture; Animal Science major with Business option and a minor in Agricultural Economics
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK12.2020
Associates of Science - Agriculture with Equine option
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College
Miami, OK05.2016
Associates of Applied Science - Agriculture with Farm and Ranch Management
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College
Miami, OK05.2015
Skills
- Horse training
- Stable maintenance
- Leadership qualities
- Client communication and relationship building
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail and organization skills
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Reliability, adaptability and flexibility
- Task prioritization and time management
- Marketing
- Strong computer skills
Involvementandhonors
- 8-year 4-H member
- 3-year NEO equestrian team member
- Honor Society
- 15+ year APHA/APtHA member and exhibitor
- NEO President’s Honor Roll
- Volunteer at multiple round up clubs
- Volunteer at therapeutic riding center
- Midwest Tri-state Pinto Horse Association board member
Timeline
Assistant Horse Trainer
Black Top Ranch
08.2022 - Current
Insurance Agent
American National Insurance
04.2021 - 05.2022
Summer Internship
Four Winds Training and Management
05.2015 - 07.2015
Waitress
Ron’s Hamburgers and Chili
01.2009 - 08.2020
Associates of Science - Agriculture with Equine option
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College
Associates of Applied Science - Agriculture with Farm and Ranch Management
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture; Animal Science major with Business option and a minor in Agricultural Economics
Oklahoma State University
Similar Profiles
Kenny LamproeKenny Lamproe
Barn Manager at Top Fuel Ranch LLCBarn Manager at Top Fuel Ranch LLC
Adelia DoudAdelia Doud
Animal Care Intern (Humane Society of the US) at Cleveland Amory Black Beauty RanchAnimal Care Intern (Humane Society of the US) at Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch
Joseph MontalvoJoseph Montalvo
Case Management Lead/Clinical Lead at Top Of The World Ranch Treatment CenterCase Management Lead/Clinical Lead at Top Of The World Ranch Treatment Center