William French
Cumberland,VA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
S and R Meat Goats
S and R Meat Goats
Cumberland, Virginia
03.2011 - Current
- Owned and operated 140 head of elite Show Goats.
- Selected replacement females and males
- In charge of all daily operations.
- Successfully marketed goats across the United States through live and online sales.
- Produced County, State and national champions.
Farm Manager
SUNNYSIDE FARMS
Cumberland, VA
01.2000 - Current
- Maintained records of inventory, expenses, and production data.
- Oversaw crop planting, maintenance, and harvesting activities.
- Trained new employees on farm procedures and equipment handling.
- Delegated tasks to seasonal workers and supervised completion of duties and responsibilities.
- Managed budgets and tracked expenses related to labor costs, production costs, fuel costs and more.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Prepared reports detailing operational activities such as labor hours worked per task or acreage harvested each day.
- Developed long-term strategies for increasing efficiency while reducing overhead costs associated with running the farm business.
Production Manager, 2500 Sow Daughter Nucleus
Hanor Farms
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
03.1996 - 01.2000
- Selected replacement females and males to be sent to the multipliers.
- Oversaw daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
- Trained new team members on production processes and operational best practices.
- Conducted regular inspections to uphold compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Trained new employees on proper use of equipment, safety procedures, and job functions.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and address any issues or concerns.
- Coached and mentored employees to develop and enhance career skills.
Farm Manager
Carrol’s Foods
Waverly, Virginia
05.1994 - 03.1996
- Managed daily operations of livestock care and feeding schedules.
- Selected replacement females
- Coordinated with suppliers for feed and equipment procurement.
- Trained new employees on farm procedures and equipment handling.
- Maintained records of inventory, expenses, and production data.
- Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 08.1990 - 05.1994
Skills
- Livestock management
- Animal selection
- Employee training
- Operational efficiency
Affiliations
- President, Virginia Showmasters Circuit
- President, Cumberland County Farm Bureau
- Member Virginia State Fair youth Livestock advisory board
- Past president Piedmont Jr Livestock show
- Past coach, Cumberland County Livestock judging team
Timeline
S and R Meat Goats
S and R Meat Goats
03.2011 - Current
Farm Manager
SUNNYSIDE FARMS
01.2000 - Current
Production Manager, 2500 Sow Daughter Nucleus
Hanor Farms
03.1996 - 01.2000
Farm Manager
Carrol’s Foods
05.1994 - 03.1996
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Virginia Tech
08.1990 - 05.1994