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Levi Fredrikson

Corvallis,OR

Summary

Results-driven client experience professional with a strong focus on delivering exceptional service and client-tailored educational tools. Demonstrated ability to connect authentically with prospects and foster lasting client relationships, resulting in increased client satisfaction and retention. Known for collaborative spirit and adaptability, excels in dynamic environments where skills are leveraged to drive positive outcomes for both clients and the organization.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

SENIOR APPLICANT EXPERIENCE SPECIALIST

OREGON TILTH
01.2020 - Current
  • Leading a team on the frontlines of certification to support prospective clients, in coordination with a diverse array of service teams at Tilth (including our Latin America Program)
  • Spearheading acquisition of high-value and value-aligned new clients, including Patagonia Provisions, Starbucks, Rainier Fruit, Laird Superfoods, Hershey’s Salty Snacks, and beyond
  • Co-coordinating development of client management platforms (esp
  • Salesforce) in order to serve around 2800 prospective clients concurrently
  • Developing and delivering client-centered trainings and educational tools.

CERTIFICATION SERVICES OFFICER

OREGON TILTH
04.2018 - 01.2020
  • Served on both 'Farmer Hotline' and a review team, focused on answering highly technical questions and solving compliance puzzles for clients
  • Addressed questions, reviewed documents, and made certification decisions
  • Increased client access to, and understanding of, organic standards and protocols; increasing client self-sufficiency, leading to overall greater efficiency of service delivery
  • Cultivated a trusting and reciprocal relationship with clients in order to understand and meet their certification goals fully.

FARM FAMILY BUSINESS CONSULTANT, FOUNDER

Why Farm? Consulting
12.2013 - Current
  • Interview farm family business members to define values and goals
  • Develop strategic plans based on shared values and business goals
  • Facilitate meetings to reach consensus on business plans and management strategies
  • Act on retainer to ensure quarterly benchmarks are met and goals reached
  • Lead farmer peer groups on business strategies, family dynamics, and agronomic practices.

ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER

Butler Creek Farm, Inc.
09.2012 - 11.2014
  • Managed day-to-day operations of a commercial grass-fed beef operation through effectively communicating with off-site farm manager as well as stakeholders
  • Implemented pasture improvement strategies including invasive weed and pest control
  • Monitored herd health and treated animals per veterinarian recommendations
  • Maintained and repaired farm equipment.

ADJUNCT FACULTY

LINN-BENTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2015 - 03.2018
  • Developed and instructed courses in Animal Sciences and Horticulture for the larger Agricultural Sciences Program and as part of the more specialized Profitable Small Farms Program.
  • Co-coordinated learning goals with production goals of the LBCC campus farm including livestock, orchard, and intensive vegetable systems.
  • Managed groups of as many as 30 students and college staff to develop a farm plan, execute the plan and adapt as needed, and evaluate success (esp. as part of course learning outcomes).
  • Collaborated with faculty across disciplines to enhance learning activities in Agriculture/Horticulture courses.
  • Courses Taught: Small Scale Sustainable Livestock Production, Soils: Sustainable Ecosystems, Introduction to Forages, Organic Farming and Gardening, Advanced Practice in Local Food Production, Farm Direct Marketing, Sustainable Small Farm Management, Temperate Tree Fruit, Berries, Grapes, and Nuts

‘WHY FARM? PROJECT’ FOUNDER

Self-employeed
06.2011 - 08.2012
  • Interviewed family farmers across U.S and Southeast Asia
  • Produced open educational resources for online audiences
  • Obtained crowd-sourced funding to support the project and create deliverables.

FARM OWNER/MANAGER

Watermelon Sugar Farm
03.2008 - 06.2011
  • Developed and managed an intensive pasture/forage system for direct-to-customer sales
  • Coordinated records of finances, livestock- and crop production outcomes
  • Established a half-acre intensive vegetable production program.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
03.2009 - 06.2011
  • Collaborated with co-instructors, guest lecturers, industry members (esp. farmers), and OSU staff in coordinating learning activities.
  • Designed and delivered lectures to groups of up to 100 students.
  • Developed learning exercises and co-managed a University farm site.
  • Addressed learner questions asynchronously (e.g. online forums).
  • Courses Taught: Introduction to Crop Production, Principles of Soil Science, Soil Science Applications, Organic Farming and Gardening, Grapevine Growth and Physiology, Wine Production, Analysis, and Sensory Evaluation

Education

Master of Science - Horticulture

Oregon State University
06.2011

Bachelor of Science - Agronomy

University of Wisconsin, Madison
05.2007

Skills

  • Client Relationship Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Marketing strategy
  • Performance Tracking
  • Database Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Team Leadership
  • Creative Thinking

Timeline

SENIOR APPLICANT EXPERIENCE SPECIALIST

OREGON TILTH
01.2020 - Current

CERTIFICATION SERVICES OFFICER

OREGON TILTH
04.2018 - 01.2020

ADJUNCT FACULTY

LINN-BENTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2015 - 03.2018

FARM FAMILY BUSINESS CONSULTANT, FOUNDER

Why Farm? Consulting
12.2013 - Current

ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER

Butler Creek Farm, Inc.
09.2012 - 11.2014

‘WHY FARM? PROJECT’ FOUNDER

Self-employeed
06.2011 - 08.2012

Graduate Teaching Assistant

OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
03.2009 - 06.2011

FARM OWNER/MANAGER

Watermelon Sugar Farm
03.2008 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Science - Agronomy

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Master of Science - Horticulture

Oregon State University

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