I am a highly motivated, hard-working individual with proven dedication to the thoroughbred industry. As a graduate of the prestigious Godolphin Flying Start programme, I developed an interest in the governance of the industry, informed by an understanding of the challenges faced by thoroughbred breeding and racing on a global scale. With proven leadership experience, I am a confident decision maker with a deep appreciation of the practical nature of horse management, as well as a ‘big-picture’ approach to forward planning.
Professional Summary
Education
2022 - 2024
Godolphin Flying Start
Distinction - Graduate Diploma
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Management & Leadership training programme, specialising in the international Thoroughbred industry
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Experience built in practical skills, leadership, business management and equine science in Ireland, UK, USA, Australia and Dubai
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Three full-time externships spent with:
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Eddie Kenneally (Keeneland, US)- riding out on track and helping in the training barn and office
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Kick Collective (Sydney, Aus)- assisting with marketing content, Kick Up and sales videos prior to Magic Millions
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Newmarket Equine Hospital (Newmarket, UK)- attending ambulatory visits to stables, observing surgery, assisting with recovery and shadowing veterinary professionals
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2015 - 2018
University Of Exeter
2:1 Honours Degree - Philosophy BA
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Modules including Philosophy of Law, Political Philosophy, Philosophy of Mind & Social Philosophy.
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Study of ancient and modern philosophers, including Plato, Aristotle, Nietzsche, Schopenhauer and Foucault.
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Dissertation - Analysis of the ethics of horse racing.
2007 - 2015
Kent College Pembury
A*, A, A Grades at A-Level
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A-levels in English (A*), Classical Civilisation (A) and Philosophy & Ethics (A).
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Member of sports teams and music groups.
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Grade 8 level - Violin, Trumpet and Voice.
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Member of the National Children's Orchestra.
Visiting Willie Mullins' Stable as Team Leader during the Godolphin Flying Start
Godolphin Flying Start Graduation
Work Experience
July 2024 - Present
Newington Farm
Operations Manager
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Undertaking all aspects of management for up to 150 pre-trainers, spellers and breakers, organising training regimes, sales preparations, injury rehabilitation and transport.
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Communicating with owners and trainers with regular updates
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Liaising with veterinarians, farriers, dentists and chiropractors to ensure the highest standards of welfare and treatment
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Managing a team of staff to fulfil daily duties
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Interviewing, training and inducting new staff and conducting performance reviews for the existing team
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Acting as head foreman, administering treatments and assessing health, wellbeing and soundness of horses.
August 2021 - July 2022
Andrew Balding Racing
Pupil Assistant
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Yard cover with responsibility for up to 50 horses as foreman
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Assisting with stalls, swimming, treadmill and veterinary work, including note-taking for 100 jog-ups per week
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Regular riding, fast work and yearling exercise
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Attending Horses In Training Sales
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Organisation of social activities and rotas for large workforce
July 2020 - August 2021
Mick Channon Racing
Work Rider
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Day-to-day exercise of racehorses, including fast work, stalls work and riding yearlings
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Raceday attendance and all general stable duties
October 2019 - July 2020
Jamie Osborne Racing
Pupil Assistant
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Organisation of yard staff, feeding and checking round
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Assisting with stalls, veterinary work and physiotherapy
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Driving the 3.5t box and leading up at the races
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Use of spa facilities and Activo-Med rugs
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All general yard duties
Galloping a race filly for Andrew Balding
Galloping two-year-olds at Mick Channon Racing (Green cap)
September 2018 - September 2019
Betfair
Racing Engagement Coordinator
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Travel to racecourses, reporting developments to operators
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Pre-empting and communicating changes to minimise losses
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Social media management and production of Twitter content