SHOWNOTES:
For those hoping to pursue a career with horses – the options are endless! Whether your passion is equine health, sales, insurance, training, supplies or services like accounting, marketing, or technology like designing wearables and apps to developing and supporting websites. Today’s guest panelists will give us the 411 on how to identify and get yourself on the right career track. Listen in…
HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3555 –Show Notes and Links:
- Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
- Guest: Dr. Savannah Robin, Lecturer of Career and Professional Development at University of Kentucky
- Guest: Ellen Taylor of the Harness Horse Youth Foundation
- Guest: Dr. Amy Burke, Professor and the Coordinator for the Equine Studies Program in the Animal and Avian Sciences Department at the University of Maryland
- Sponsor: Merck Animal Health
- Sponsor: Populous
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Time Stamps:
00:04 – Introduction to Horses in the Morning
00:40 – American Horse Council Special Episode
01:03 – Careers in the Equine Industry
01:41 – Emily’s Journey in the Equine World
04:05 – Panelists Share Their Experiences
06:17 – Advice for Young Professionals
11:07 – Diverse Career Paths in Equine Industry
18:51 – Gaining Experience in the Industry
27:35 – Networking and Mentorship Importance
40:36 – Closing Thoughts and Resources
49:12 – Outro and Acknowledgements
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