Suzanne Holcomb
Lithia,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Proven skills in promoting products and boosting revenue by connecting with customers and effectively communicating sales recommendations. Well-organized, reliable and experienced in setting up displays, restocking shelves and supporting in-store customers with knowledgeable assistance. Enhance store loyalty with unparalleled support.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Greater Hillsborough County Fair Association. Inc.
Dover, FL
01.2020 - Current
- Responsible for executing and supervising various activities and events for the Greater Hillsborough County Fair Association.
- Achieved successful results in planning and managing the operations of the Greater Hillsborough County Fair Association while also effectively handling sponsorship management responsibilities.
- Identified potential sponsors and negotiated sponsorship packages.
Assistant Manager
Greater Hillsborough County Fair Association. Inc.
Dover
07.2015 - 01.2020
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
- Identified potential sponsors and negotiated sponsorship packages.
Director of Operations
Brandon Equine Medical Center, Inc.
Brandon
01.2012 - 07.2015
- Responsible for daily management of office operations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, human resources and payroll and financial statements
- Member of the leadership team which made business decisions for goals, marketing and advertising and public relations.
Co-Owner
Brown Cow LLC & C&S Farms
St. Johnsville
07.2002 - 05.2009
- Co-Owner of retail/wholesale ice cream business using local milk to produce value-added super premium ice cream
- Developed recipe and flavorings for all ice cream
- Managed employees, distribution, and marketing of ice cream product throughout upstate New York
- Co-Owner of a 50 head dairy farm focusing on quality milk promotion and dairy breed promotion
- Promoted Agri-tourism through inviting public to farm for promotion and education of dairy industry.
Education
Facilities Management
IAFE Institute of Fair Management – Graduate Track
12.2023
Institute of Fair Management
IAFE Institute of Fair Management
11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Florida
05.2000
Skills
- 30 plus years involvement with Equestrian Community
- Computer skills - Office, Excel, PowerPoint, CRM - Sales Force
- Efficient and organized accounting and bookkeeping skills
- Communication skills
- Marketing/Sales Experience and Skills
- Teamwork
- Management and Leadership
- Advertising
- Marketing and Promotions
- Proposal Writing
- Brand Awareness
Awards
- IAFE Management Summit
- IAFE Ag Committee
- Florida Federation of Fairs Board of Directors
- Federation of Fairs YPI Committee
- Florida Federation of Fairs YPI Mix-n-Mingle Co-Chair
- Florida Federation of Fairs Ag Committee Chair
- Florida Federation of Fairs Workshop/Roundtable Presenter – Generation Gap (2017). Ag Success Stories (2018)
- Florida Federation of Fairs Scholarship Recipient (2018) IAFE McKoy Scholarship Recipient (2017)
- Zone II YPI Scholarship Recipient (2016)
Extracurricular Activities
- Member of USEA
- Volunteer at Florida Horse Park
- University of Florida IFAS Ambassador
- University of Florida Dairy Science Club, President and Vice President (1998-200)
- University of Florida Dairy Judging Team, (1998-2000)
- Ashland Volunteer Fire Department Member and EMT Support (2001-2003)
- New York Farm Bureau Young Farmer and Rancher Committee (2006-2007)
- Official for National Dairy Judging Contest, North American International Livestock Exposition
- Hillsborough County Fair Youth Livestock Committee and Co-Chair Youth Dairy Show (2009-2023)
- Florida Youth Dairy Program Volunteer (2009-2023)
- Member/Volunteer First Baptist Church Brandon (2010-2023)
- Brandon Area Youth Soccer League Volunteer (2009-2016) Team Manager (2013-2016)
- Fishhawk Futbol Soccer Club Volunteer (2017-2023)
Timeline
Executive Director
Greater Hillsborough County Fair Association. Inc.
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Manager
Greater Hillsborough County Fair Association. Inc.
07.2015 - 01.2020
Director of Operations
Brandon Equine Medical Center, Inc.
01.2012 - 07.2015
Co-Owner
Brown Cow LLC & C&S Farms
07.2002 - 05.2009
Facilities Management
IAFE Institute of Fair Management – Graduate Track
Institute of Fair Management
IAFE Institute of Fair Management
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Florida
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