Kara Wofford
College Station,TX
Summary
Motivated and driven professional with a strong background in equine science, business management, and retail operations. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science with a specialization in Equine Production Industry at Texas A&M University. Experienced in livestock handling, small business ownership, and retail marketing, with a proven ability to manage operations, oversee inventory, and engage in social media branding. Strong leadership skills developed through executive roles in student organizations and hands-on experience in ranch work, equine care, and customer service. Passionate about the equine industry, agriculture, and business development, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Weekend Breeding Intern
GRANADA FARMS
03.2025 - Current
- Lead between 50 to 100 Mares and Mare/Foal pairs to Breeding Stock
- Clean up of Breading Facility Rooms
- Administer medications to mares and foals
- Breed mares through artificial insemination and perform medicinal cervix rinses
Team Member
AGGIELAND OUTFITTERS
07.2024 - Current
- Work the sales floor to assist customers with products, maintain the look of the store, and aid customers with dressing room clothing
- Model clothing items from the company
- Alter design layout of clothing options in the store when new products arrive and redress mannequins on the sales floor and window display
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance of maintaining a functional and clean workplace
- Check out customers at registers including cash and card payments
Co-owner, Product Designer, Retail Marketer, Retail Sale
MUD CREEK MERCANTILE & MARKET
10.2023 - Current
- Design artisan crafts and products for inventory stock
- Manage Social Media Design, Content, Marketing, Branding, and Logo Design, and Western Influencer
- Wholesale/Retail Manager
- Financial Bookkeeping and Inventory Record Keeping of at least $1,000 a month
Ranch hand
WOFFORD RANCHES
01.2013 - Current
- Upkeep of stalls, feed and water horses and other livestock, loading horses in the trailer, veterinary appointments, medication administration, imprint on foals, halter break foals, monitor animals, barn maintenance, and range management
Cashier/Gift Shop Worker
CHEROKEE TRACE SAFARI
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Greet customers, provide literature about the Safari animals and feeding techniques, and stock supply shelves
- Processed cash, credit, and gift card payments accurately while adhering to company policies and procedures
- Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment for customers and staff members alike
- Assisted customers with locating items within the store or recommending alternative options based on their needs or preferences
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Animal Science in Equine Production Industry
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas12.2026
Equine Certification -
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas12.2026
Associate Degree - Business
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, Texas05.2024
Skills
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Time Management
- Small Business Management
- Sales
- Livestock Handling
- Networking
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Presidential Honors TJC, 2022 - 2024
Professional Organizations
- Texas A&M Horsemen’s Association, 2025
- Tyler Junior College Student Senate, Freshman and Executive President, 08/01/22 - 05/01/24
- Bluebonnet 4-H, Upheld Numerous Officer Positions, 2012 - 2022
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, member, 2022 - Current
- American Quarter Horse Association, member, 2004 - Current
Certification
Beef Quality Assurance Certificate
Timeline
Weekend Breeding Intern
GRANADA FARMS
03.2025 - Current
Team Member
AGGIELAND OUTFITTERS
07.2024 - Current
Co-owner, Product Designer, Retail Marketer, Retail Sale
MUD CREEK MERCANTILE & MARKET
10.2023 - Current
Cashier/Gift Shop Worker
CHEROKEE TRACE SAFARI
01.2022 - 08.2022
Ranch hand
WOFFORD RANCHES
01.2013 - Current
Equine Certification -
Texas A&M University
Bachelor's Degree - Animal Science in Equine Production Industry
Texas A&M University
Associate Degree - Business
Tyler Junior College