Rachel Horton
Imlay City,MI
Summary
Proven track record of successfully leading and growing organizations. Strong background in strategic planning, financial management and team development. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices within animal welfare
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Paradise Animal Rescue
10.2023 - Current
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Increased volunteers by 20% to meet the growing needs of the organization.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability. Developed a strategic plan and budget analysis.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Chief Animal Control Officer
Lapeer County Animal Control
06.2019 - 09.2023
- Created new databases to track donors, adoptions, license sales, and revenue.
- Improved community relations so that donations increased more than 1000%
- Grew the volunteer program and created a new foster program
- Resolved internal staff problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service to the community.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting. Prepared annual budgets, submitted payables and payroll.
- Investigated and gathered information regarding animal-related complaints.
- Examined animals for injuries or malnutrition and arranged for necessary medical treatment.
- Prepared for prosecutions related to animal treatment and gave evidence in court.
- Maintained all licensing associated with the shelter, including DEA license and air quality permits.
- Communicated with MDARD veterinarians for shelter inspections and compliance of best practices.
- Hired and trained shelter staff while also performing admin duties to onboard new employees.
Teaching Staff Member
North Huron Schools
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure agriscience curriculum to needs of each student.
- Managed nonprofit financials for the FFA program, paid vendors, ordered supplies, consulted with board members.
- Submitted grant applications and project evaluations to be recognized as one of the best FFA chapters in Michigan
Hematology Technician
IDEXX Reference Laboratory
06.2017 - 09.2018
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Interpreted results of RBC, WBC and cell morphology
- Forwarded findings to the house pathologist for further analysis
- Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
- Interpreted and documented results of tests into active databases and communicated results to internal customers.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Veterinary Assistant
Romeo Veterinary Hospital
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis and restrained animals for collection.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
Assistant Manager
Eastern Michigan State Fairgrounds
03.2010 - 08.2016
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Reported to board members on organizational performance and progress toward goals.
Internship Student
Michigan House Of Representatives
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine, and special requirements.
- Interacted with constituents by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI2017
Skills
- CRM Software
- Data Communications
- Business Administration
- Office Management Software
- Senior Leadership Support
- Policy and Procedure Modification
- Account Reconciliation
- Federal/State Grant Writing
- Financial Tracking
- Public Speaking
- Member Databases
- Fundraising
- Program leadership
- Staff Management
- Strategic planning
Affiliations
-President of Lapeer County Animal Welfare Fund
-Member of Michigan Association of Animal Control Officers
-Member of Michigan Pet Alliance
-Wildlife care taker at Critter Crossing Rehabilitation
-Alumni & Volunteer of Lapeer County FFA
-Alumni of Michigan State Rodeo Club
-Alumni of Michigan State Polo Club
-Volunteer of Eastern Michigan State Fair
Timeline
Executive Director
Paradise Animal Rescue
10.2023 - Current
Chief Animal Control Officer
Lapeer County Animal Control
06.2019 - 09.2023
Teaching Staff Member
North Huron Schools
08.2018 - 06.2019
Hematology Technician
IDEXX Reference Laboratory
06.2017 - 09.2018
Internship Student
Michigan House Of Representatives
08.2015 - 07.2016
Veterinary Assistant
Romeo Veterinary Hospital
05.2015 - 09.2016
Assistant Manager
Eastern Michigan State Fairgrounds
03.2010 - 08.2016
MBA - Business Administration
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Michigan State University
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