Michelle is a lifelong horse owner and horse enthusiast who has worked for over 15 years in industry related jobs. Michelle works for the feed company McCauley Brothers Inc. based out of Versailles, Kentucky. Prior to this Michelle held positions with Pennfield Feeds, The Mill of Bel Air, Mint Valley Forge, Over the Hill Farm, Penowa Farm, and Little Acorn Farm. Michelle’s husband, Delegate J.B. Jennings (District 7 Baltimore and Harford Counties), own the Maryland Feed Company based in Hereford, Maryland. Michelle received her Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies and Business Management from Wilson College, and is considered part of the newest generation of Maryland horse industry leaders.
Experience:
McCauley Brothers Inc.,
Maryland Feed Company,
Pennfield Feeds,
Equine Feed Specialist Duties include using the dealer network to sell to prospective customers; maintain current customer base.
The Mill of Bel Air, Bel Air, MD (1996 to 2001)
Equine Services Coordinator/Buyer Duties include maintaining and developing new equine customers; promoting tack and nutrition products in the store and the road; managing mobile sales trailer at horse shows, and solving equine-related problems.
Mint Vale Forge, Frederick, MD (1996 to 1996) part-time
Office Manager Duties included managing scheduling, billing, mailings, and other office procedures for farrier.
Over The Hill Farm,
Farm Manager Duties included managing operation of 24-stall horse facility, scheduling staff of four, record-keeping, overseeing students, dealing with boarders, and scheduling veterinary and farrier visits.
Penowa Farm,
General Barn Assistant Duties included overseeing all aspects of feeding grooming for mares, foals, and yearlings.
Little Acorn Farm,
Equine Hydrotherapist Duties included swimming, feeding, and grooming for injured horses.
Education/Skills:
B.S.,
Sandler Sales Institute, Quick Start Course