Lynn Dennis

• Improved livestock health by implementing a comprehensive vaccination and deworming program.
• Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
• Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
• Trained part-time help in livestock care and ranch operations.
• Maintained condition of stock horses used to herd cattle.
• Tracked technical improvements to save on ranch overhead.
• Negotiated contracts with livestock buyers at fair market prices while maintaining long-term business relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
• Collaborated with veterinarians, nutritionists, and suppliers for optimal animal care, maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Conducted regular safety inspections on equipment and facilities to minimize hazards and prevent accidents on the ranch premises.
• Established emergency response procedures for natural disasters or disease outbreaks, minimizing potential losses through proactive measures.
• Oversaw facility maintenance projects for comfortable living conditions of farm animals.
• Enhanced herd genetics with selective breeding techniques, resulting in healthier and more marketable animals.
• Trained ranch hands in proper animal handling procedures, ensuring a safe work environment and reducing livestock stress during routine tasks.
• Developed record-keeping systems to track livestock performance and health, leading to informed decision-making and better management practices.
• Developed marketing strategies for direct-to-consumer sales of farm products like meat, eggs, or dairy, fostering a connection between consumers and their food source.
• Regularly monitored market trends in order to make informed decisions regarding cattle sales or purchases, maximizing revenue streams.
• Implemented rotational grazing strategies to optimize pasture usage and improve land stewardship.
• Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
• Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
• Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
• Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
• Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
• Maintained ranch records and documentation.
• Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
• Hired new ranch hands and livestock handlers seasonally.
• Incorporated safety procedures into every shift to protect workers from accidents.
• Directed transfer of mature stock to final habitats or commercial holding tanks for harvesting.
• Fed and watered over Number Type animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
• Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected, and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
• Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
• Coached and trained students in basic care and maintenance of horses and stables in addition to riding technique, form, and skills.
• Instilled basics of horsemanship and riding in beginners, first-time or occasional riders, refining knowledge, and skills of more advanced riders.
• Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
• Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries, and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
• Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for horses, ensuring proper care and attention to their physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
• Instructed students in horsemanship and specific riding skills in both English and Western riding styles.
• Developed strong relationships with clients, providing regular updates on their horses'' progress and overall condition.
• Assisted owners in addressing specific behavioral issues through targeted training techniques, fostering better communication between horse and rider.
• Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
• Increased clients'' satisfaction with tailored training programs for individual horses based on their unique needs.
• Fit gear for horses and specific riders.
• Established a professional reputation as a reliable, skilled horse trainer capable of producing consistent results while prioritizing the safety and well-being of each equine athlete under their care.
• Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues, or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
• Rode horses to meet required pace or timed work and executed jump-outs to develop skills and compliance of individual animals.
• Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
• Taught students show jumping, eventing, and dressage, drilling technique and driving improvement through constructive criticism.
• Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on track performance.
• Managed inventory of training equipment, maintaining quality control and ensuring proper maintenance to prolong use and maximize efficiency.
• Provided expert guidance to clients seeking advice on purchasing new or additional horses, assessing suitability based on intended use and compatibility with existing equines.
• Served as a knowledgeable resource regarding diverse breeds of horses, offering guidance on selecting appropriate animals based on intended use or competition discipline.
• Expedited the rehabilitation process of injured equines by following strict recovery protocols while slowly reintroducing them to regular training activities.
• Collaborated closely with veterinarians to monitor the health of each horse, adjusting training programs as needed based on medical recommendations.
• Monitored horses health and statuses before races or competitions.
• Contributed to improved race results by designing effective strength and endurance exercises for each horse.
• Resolved behavioral issues in horses with targeted training interventions, ensuring they remained valuable assets to their owners.
• Observed animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
• Monitored animal health, attention and behavior during training sessions.
• Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
• Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
• Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
• Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
• Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
• Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
• Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
• Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
• Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.

• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
• Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
• Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
• Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
• Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
• Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
• Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
• Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
• Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.

• Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

• I estimated/ bid jobs, shot grade when we first arrived in the job, ran heavy equipment, poured concrete, hauled equipment to jobs, did payroll, and paid suppliers.

•. We were a subcontracting concrete company. We did mostly commercial jobs such as: Flying J Truck Stops, Sonics, McDonald's, Lowe's, Walmart's, Morton Buildings plus many others.