Megan McIntyre
Lido Beach ,New York
Summary
With a proven track record of running my own business for now nine years I excel in running the daily operations of a working horse farm and am a respected horse trainer in the long island horse community. I have many years of financial management and relationship building, I've significantly boosted operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. My leadership in staff training and business development strategies showcases my commitment to excellence and innovation in the equine industry.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Trainer
McIntyre Show Stables
05.2016 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations of a working horse farm
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily functions.
- Interacted well with clients to build connections and future relationships.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- making sure farm equipment, riding rings and property are safe and maintained
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Running a successful show stable
Assistant Horse Trainer
Old Salem Farm
12.2014 - 04.2016
- Established strong rapport with horse owners, providing regular updates on their animals'' development and answering any questions or concerns they may have.
- Enhanced horse performance by implementing customized training programs tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Ensured safe and clean living environments for horses by overseeing stable management and daily care routines.
- Supported younger or inexperienced staff members in learning proper horse handling techniques, promoting a positive work environment for all team members.
- Trained hunter, jumper and equitation horses and riders
Assistant Trainer
Morning Shadows Farm
01.2012 - 11.2014
- Established strong rapport with horse owners, providing regular updates on their animals'' development and answering any questions or concerns they may have.
- Enhanced horse performance by implementing customized training programs tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Ensured safe and clean living environments for horses by overseeing stable management and daily care routines.
- Supported younger or inexperienced staff members in learning proper horse handling techniques, promoting a positive work environment for all team members.
- Fit gear for horses and specific riders.
- Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
- Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
- Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on track performance.
- Monitored horses health and statuses before races or competitions.
- Coached and trained students in basic care and maintenance of horses and stables in addition to riding technique, form and skills.
- Administered prescribed medications to animals based on individual needs.
- Advised owners about planned animal purchases
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLSkills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Financial Management
- Staff hiring
- Business Development
- Staff Management
- Project estimating
- Financial Planning
- Program creation and implementation
- Customer Service
Timeline
Owner/Trainer
McIntyre Show Stables
05.2016 - Current
Assistant Horse Trainer
Old Salem Farm
12.2014 - 04.2016
Assistant Trainer
Morning Shadows Farm
01.2012 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Central Florida
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