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Isabella Atkinson

Normal ,IL

Summary

I am a motivated and adaptable individual with a passion for agriculture, teamwork, and leadership. My experience in herdsman management and collegiate athletics has shaped me into a detail-oriented leader who thrives in collaborative environments. I take pride in being proactive, dependable, and committed to continuous growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Herdsman

Atkinson Enterprise INC.
05.2015 - Current
  • Oversaw daily herd management, ensuring optimal health and productivity.
  • Kept records on breeding, calving and dry dates through Cattle Max software.
  • Implemented feeding strategies to enhance livestock growth and reproduction rates.
  • Forage and Grain Harvest Equipment Driver
  • Crop Scouting
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles at all times.
  • Created schedules for employees to keep every shift well-staffed during holidays and busy periods.


Assistant Softball Coach

Wisconsin Lightning Fastpitch
06.2022 - 08.2025
  • Assisted head coach in strategizing game plans, resulting in improved team performance and winning records.
  • Designed and implemented practice plans to enhance player skills and team performance.
  • Mentored athletes in development from a mental and physical perspective.

Assistant Director of Softball Operations

Lake Land College
06.2021 - 06.2024
  • A thorough understanding of financial and budgeting processes and principles.
  • Provided support in managing budgets for various trips, making sure expenses were allocated appropriately.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Education

Animal Industry Management

Illinois State University
05.2026

Associate of Science -

Lake Land College
06.2024

Associate of Arts - Agriculture

Lake Land College
06.2023

Skills

  • Skill instruction
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Communication abilities
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Animal welfare
  • Vaccination Administration
  • Manure handling
  • Herd evaluation
  • Task Delegation
  • Workforce Planning
  • Large Equipment Operator

Accomplishments

  • Division 1 College Softball Player - Present
  • Lake Land College Softball Team Captain 2021-24
  • American FFA Degree - 2023
  • Wisconsin State FFA Degree - 2021
  • FFA Chapter President - 2020-21
  • FFA Chapter Vice President - 2019-20
  • FFA Chapter Historian - 2018-19

Timeline

Assistant Softball Coach

Wisconsin Lightning Fastpitch
06.2022 - 08.2025

Assistant Director of Softball Operations

Lake Land College
06.2021 - 06.2024

Assistant Herdsman

Atkinson Enterprise INC.
05.2015 - Current

Associate of Science -

Lake Land College

Associate of Arts - Agriculture

Lake Land College

Animal Industry Management

Illinois State University