Erin Floyd
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Driven leader with a passion for the natural world and hands-on leadership experience managing ranch operations, and participating in international educational experiences. Proactive community volunteer dedicated to traveling abroad to Thailand, Costa Rica, Ghana, and Ecuador to expand expertise in Natural Resource Management and Ecology. Eager to pursue a career in sustainability, hospitality, and international education to ultimately deliver a positive impact on the world.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Manager
FLOYD SPORT HORSES, LLC
01.2018 - Current
- Manage operations, contracts, negotiations, and vet checks ensure for horses valued at $50K to $250K.
Barn Boss (2022) & Wrangler (2019-2021)
PARADISE GUEST RANCH
05.2019 - 09.2022
- Promoted in 2022 to manage crew of 15 wranglers and 200+ horses, creating work schedules, treating injured and sick horses, and ensuring top guest experience during trail rides.
- Built long-lasting relationships with new and returning guests over 4-year period.
- Increased performance and captured 80% rebooking rate by streamlining scheduling, despite understaffed team
- Handled colic medical emergencies, treating animals with medication, saving their lives and preventing $6K in costs
Apprenticeship
DON STEWART STABLES
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Worked with a top trainer to execute 25 shows annually, capturing top results at national championship shows
- Handled logistics to ensure safe arrival of horses to new homes and competitions across the country
- Implemented an innovative solution to resolve complex shipping issues, enabling 15 clients to compete in the national championship.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resource Management
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12.2025
Minor(s) - Conservation Biology & Anthropology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12.2025
Student of Anthropology -
George Washington University
05.2024
Diploma -
AESA Preparatory Academy
05.2019
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Building
- Student Support
Additional Information
Ecuador - January 2024
- Completed research investigating the roosting habits bat species native to Ecuador's Amazon basin.
- Contributed to a healthy and supportive educational environment for fellow students under stressful conditions.
- Supported faculty and students during a declared state of emergency while abroad.
Volunteer Experience
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ADVENTURES
Thailand - August 2017
- Managed projects at the elephant sanctuary to gain a deeper understanding of the complexity of elephant tourism on Thailand's economy.
Costa Rica - March 2018
- Volunteered for an organization dedicated to restoring the sea turtle population along the Atlantic coastline.
- Gained expertise regarding socioeconomic challenges that are a driving force in the sea turtle population decline.
Ghana - June 2018
- Participated in a program that supports education for all in a small village outside of Accra, Ghana.
- Rebuilt school structures, taught English to 20 Kindergarten students, and provided 1:1 tutoring.
Timeline
Barn Boss (2022) & Wrangler (2019-2021)
PARADISE GUEST RANCH
05.2019 - 09.2022
Apprenticeship
DON STEWART STABLES
05.2018 - 03.2020
Owner & Manager
FLOYD SPORT HORSES, LLC
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resource Management
Colorado State University
Minor(s) - Conservation Biology & Anthropology
Colorado State University
Student of Anthropology -
George Washington University
Diploma -
AESA Preparatory Academy
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