Kasey Wallace
Sidney,IA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Health Coordinator
Opportunity Insurance Agency
09.2023 - Current
- Licensed Iowa Insurance Agent
- Build group insurance police quotes for agents
- Collaborated with colleagues to achieve team goals, contributing to the overall success of the agency.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving insurance-related queries.
- Managed office administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and correspondence management to maintain an organized workspace.
- Participated in training sessions to continuously enhance product knowledge and skills in the insurance field.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments.
Owner
Blue Windmill Photography
09.2017 - Current
- Photographer + Social Media Manager
- Livestock Photography
- Family Photography
- Wedding Photography
- Senior Photography
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Agricultural Teacher
Sidney Community Schools
08.2022 - 08.2023
- 8th - 12th Agricultural Teacher
- FFA Advisor
- Student Council Sponsor
- Junior Class Sponsor
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Outreach Coordinator
Mills & Fremont County Farm Bureau
09.2012 - 08.2022
- Organize and execute Ag in the Classroom events
- Plan and execute county events
- Plan and organize county board meetings
- Manage Farm Bureau Federation memberships
- Expanded program reach by developing and implementing targeted outreach strategies.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies and fostering strong relationships with students.
- Developed partnerships with relevant stakeholders, strengthening the organization''s presence in the community.
Server and Bartender
Lonestar Steakhouse
06.2007 - 09.2012
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Executive Assistant
Farm Journal Media
01.2008 - 02.2011
- Planned and executed Farm Journal Media events
- Built and distributed eNewsletters
- Photographer
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
Administrative Assistant - Livestock Division
MFA Incorporated
06.2008 - 05.2009
- Worked for the Livestock Division
- Planned and executed MFA Healthtrack meetings around the state of MO
- Created feed ingredient tags for feed bags
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
- Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Education - Leadership
University of Missouri
Associate of Arts -
Cottey College
Skills
- Ag in the Classroom
- Meeting Planning
- Leadership Experience
- Volunteer Experience
- Social Media Management
- Event Marketing
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
Volunteer Experience
- Fremont County Cattlemen's Association, President - March 2018 to March 2020
- American National CattleWomen, Inc., Member - March 2015 to December 2022
- ANCW Region 3 Director, Social Media and Website Manager
- ANCW Promoter of the Year - 2019
- Missouri CattleWomen's Association, Member - 2007 to 2022
- MCW President - 2010 to 2012
- MCW CattleWoman of the Year - 2012
References
- Darla Eggers, Sydenstricker Genetics, Farm Secretary, Mexico, MO, 573-253-8588, darla820@gmail.com
- Jessica Prazan, County Youth Coordinator, Iowa State University Extension & Outreach, Sidney, IA, 641-344-9414, jprazan@iastate.edu
- Jason Wetzel, Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, West Des Moines, IA, 573.881.8412, jwetzel@ifbf.org
- Lindsey Pound, Art Director, Farm Journal Media, Laddonia, MO, 573-721-2023, lpound@farmjournal.com
Languages
English
Timeline
Group Health Coordinator
Opportunity Insurance Agency
09.2023 - Current
Agricultural Teacher
Sidney Community Schools
08.2022 - 08.2023
Owner
Blue Windmill Photography
09.2017 - Current
Outreach Coordinator
Mills & Fremont County Farm Bureau
09.2012 - 08.2022
Administrative Assistant - Livestock Division
MFA Incorporated
06.2008 - 05.2009
Executive Assistant
Farm Journal Media
01.2008 - 02.2011
Server and Bartender
Lonestar Steakhouse
06.2007 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Education - Leadership
University of Missouri
Associate of Arts -
Cottey College
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