Professional, friendly, and hard working candidate with a diverse work background that would bring valuable skillsets to this very specialized position.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Farmer/Rancher
Ravine Creek Ranch, LLC
05.2013 - Current
Raised Registered Hereford cattle that were marketed at our annual production sale
Custom planting and custom harvesting for neighbors
Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
Monitored livestock health and administered medication and vaccinations at established intervals.
Membership Director
SD Farmer Union
06.2010 - 05.2013
Worked with members to grow the organization by hosting meetings and events across South Dakota
Managed vendor booths at trade shows and fairs to promote the organization and market our services to potential members
Built relationships with members to ensure long-term business sustainability
Provided assistance to Education, Communication, Policy, and Rural Development directors
VP of Operations/Production Manager
Vanderose Farms, LLC
08.2006 - 06.2010
Managed production activities at multiple locations to meet customer needs and sales goals
Streamlined operations to maximize business efficiency and profits.
Monitored and prepared weekly profit and loss statements for company ownership
Worked with sales force and customers on production concerns
Oversaw new product research and development
Education
Bachelor of Science -
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD
High School Diploma -
Huron High School
Huron, SD
Skills
Event Planning
Brand Marketing
Customer Service
Operations Management
Knowledge of livestock events and planning
Board Experience
Member of the Huron School Board in my 12th year of service and currently President of the board
Member of the Associated School Board of South Dakota board of directors, in my 5th year of service and currently Vice President
Member of the Huron School District Foundation and currently board Secretary
Member of the Huron Community Foundation from 2012 to 2018
Member of the Beadle County 4-H Leaders Association in my 8th year of service
Member of the South Dakota State 4-H Sheep Committee