Katherine McGinnis
Youngstown,FL
Summary
Dynamic barn manager with expertise in equine health management at Hallman Trucking Inc. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and team performance through effective training and scheduling. Skilled in inventory management and fostering strong relationships, ensuring optimal care for livestock while maintaining high safety standards.
Barn management professional prepared to apply extensive organizational and equine care expertise to new challenges. History of streamlining operations and ensuring animal welfare through effective scheduling and resource management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, dependable, and adaptable to changing needs. Known for exceptional problem-solving skills and unwavering commitment to high standards.
Knowledgeable Barn Manager with proven track record in managing barn operations and ensuring well-being of equine residents. Successfully optimized feeding schedules and coordinated veterinary care to maintain peak animal health. Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills in supervising staff and maintaining facilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Barn Manager/Groundskeeper
Hallman Trucking Inc
02.2024 - 12.2025
- Managed daily operations of barn facility, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated feeding schedules and maintenance routines for livestock health and productivity.
- Trained team members on best practices for animal care and equipment usage.
- Monitored inventory levels of feed and supplies to prevent shortages.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring optimal care and maintenance of barn facilities.
- Coordinated feeding schedules and health monitoring for livestock to enhance well-being.
- Developed training programs for staff on best practices in animal husbandry and safety protocols.
- Oversaw inventory management of feed and supplies, optimizing resource allocation.
- Led team in routine health assessments, improving early detection of potential issues.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in barn operations and staff productivity.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to ensure compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Managed daily barn operations, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal use of resources.
- Monitored overall health and well-being of 11 horses, paying attention to signs of concern.
- Coordinated scheduling for veterinary visits, farrier appointments, and other essential services to maintain equine health and wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate records of each horse''s medical history, vaccinations, and routine care schedules for easy reference when needed.
- Scheduled veterinary appointments for vaccinations and other wellness needs to maintain up-to-date records on horse immunizations.
- Utilized disinfectant solutions, brushes, shovels and water hoses to thoroughly clean stalls and pens.
- Sourced high-quality feed supplies at competitive prices, contributing to healthy horses and reduced costs.
- Evaluated prospective boarding clients based on compatibility with existing clientele as well as available barn space capacity constraints.
- Conducted regular assessments of farm infrastructure to identify necessary repairs or improvements that would enhance its functionality.
- Improved horse care quality by implementing a comprehensive health monitoring and maintenance program.
- Reduced horse-related injuries by establishing safety protocols for staff and visitors. Operated Kubota Tractor and bucket/bushhog farm machinery to perform harvesting, landscaping, manure disposal, and horse transport.
- Preserved property by mowing, plowing and moving hay to proper storage locations.
- Established long-lasting relationships with clients by consistently delivering exceptional care for their horses and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Developed and maintained improved practices in feeding, housing and sanitation to prevent spreading of disease.
Co Owner/Self Employed
Katie Bugs Lawn Care Llc
03.2020 - 12.2023
- Directed daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for landscaping projects, optimizing resource allocation.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing training and support to enhance performance.
- Developed marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in lawn care services.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement and drive service enhancements.
- Established partnerships with local suppliers, negotiating contracts for cost-effective materials.
- Oversaw financial management, received/answered over 40 calls a day. Received more profit by 70%
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality products and services.
- Oversaw f/inancial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for financial transactions, maintaining organized documentation for easy reference during audits or other inquiries.
- Mentored employees to improve work performance, promoting professional development and growth within the company.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements through diligent oversight of business practices.
- Developed a strong company culture, fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
- Cultivated a safe working environment by adhering to workplace safety policies and providing necessary resources for employee wellbeing.
- Implemented innovative marketing campaigns to expand customer base and increase brand awareness.
- Enhanced business operations by implementing efficient management strategies and streamlining processes.
- Implemented regular performance reviews for staff members to address concerns proactively and provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and improved product quality.
- Optimized inventory management systems for streamlined ordering processes and reduced waste levels.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase customer base and brand awareness.
- Oversaw daily operations and coordinated team schedules to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Managed client relationships, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly for improved satisfaction.
- Trained new employees on company procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage for operational efficiency.
Team Leader Manager
Hardees Fast Food
10.1998 - 03.2002
- Led cross-functional teams to improve project delivery timelines and enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed training programs that increased team performance and fostered skill development.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in streamlined workflows and reduced bottlenecks.
- Coordinated resource allocation to optimize productivity and ensure project alignment with strategic goals.
- Mentored junior team members, promoting knowledge sharing and professional growth within the team.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify trends, driving data-informed decision-making for continuous improvement.
- Facilitated team meetings to enhance communication, align objectives, and resolve conflicts effectively.
- Managed stakeholder relationships, ensuring alignment of expectations and enhancing collaboration across departments.
- Resolved customer service issues by finding immediate solutions, increasing customer confidence, and decreasing escalations to executive office.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and setting clear performance expectations.
- Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
- Collaborated with senior management on strategic planning efforts, aligning departmental objectives with overall company vision.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and coaching to facilitate continuous improvement among employees.
- Established a culture of accountability within the team, resulting in higher levels of individual responsibility towards achieving organizational goals.
- Stayed calm, collected and logical during stressful moments to identify and implement optimal solutions.
- Ensured compliance with industry-specific regulations by implementing appropriate policies and procedures for the team''s operations.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their roles by delegating tasks appropriately, resulting in heightened job satisfaction.
- Consistently met or exceeded departmental goals by effectively managing resources and establishing clear objectives for the team.
- Oversaw the successful completion of multiple high-priority projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Boosted employee morale through regular recognition of outstanding work and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Developed strong relationships with cross-functional departments to support successful project execution.
- Streamlined communication within the team for better collaboration and decisionmaking.
- Identified and corrected deficient performance and behaviors to achieve maximum productivity.
- Mitigated potential conflicts among team members by promoting open communication and fostering a positive environment.
- Enhanced problem-solving skills within the team through facilitating brainstorming sessions and encouraging creative thinking.
- Facilitated cross-training opportunities among team members, creating a more versatile and resilient workforce capable of handling unforeseen challenges.
- Contributed to the development of company-wide best practices by actively participating in leadership meetings and sharing insights from the team''s experiences.
- Spearheaded process improvements that led to significant time savings while maintaining quality standards throughout the department''s functions.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained team members, increasing quality of work and employee motivation.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached team members, increasing quality of work and employee motivation.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to company standards and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored team members on food safety protocols and service excellence.
Education
Certificate - Equine Veterinary Technician
10-2018
- Professional Development: Equine Care Technology
- 4.0 GPA
- Ranked in Top 2% of class
Certificate - Certified Scuba Diver
03-1992
Graduated with Honors
- GPA 3.8
- Ranked in Top 2% of class
- Awarded First Aid and CPR Certified
Skills
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Stable management
- Horse training
- Horse care expertise
- Barn management
- Scheduling coordination
- Equipment maintenance
- Equine nutrition
- Facility maintenance
- Equine instruction
- Equine health management
- Therapeutic horseback
- Problem-solving
- Honest and dependable
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Animal care
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Human and animal safety
- Feeding and watering
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Medication administration
- Appointment scheduling
- Problem identification
- Animal observations
- Animal grooming
- Physical stamina
- Inventory management
- Animal nutrition
- Equipment disinfection
- Emergency response
- Facilities maintenance
- Information collection and recording
- Animal breeding
- Disease prevention
- Supply unloading and storage
- Physical condition monitoring
- Animal behavior education
- Injury and illness treatment
- Treatment administration
Accomplishments
- Created a watering schedule to prevent dead or wilting plants.
- Grew a customer base of repeat and referral customers by continually offering exceptional customer service.
- Hired, trained and developed 3 staff to become team managers.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Silver award in Girl Scouts
Completed all requirements to receive my silver award
Languages
English
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Certification
Certified Equine Veterinary Technician.
Timeline
Barn Manager/Groundskeeper - Hallman Trucking Inc
02.2024 - 12.2025
Co Owner/Self Employed - Katie Bugs Lawn Care Llc
03.2020 - 12.2023
Team Leader Manager - Hardees Fast Food
10.1998 - 03.2002
State of Florida Department of Education - Certificate, Equine Veterinary Technician
Panama City Marine Institute - Certificate, Certified Scuba Diver