Carrie Rowland
Horse Groom
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About
Dedicated and experienced Horse Groom with over 8 years in thoroughbred care and race preparation. Proven ability to administer daily care, manage medications, and coordinate with trainers and veterinarians. Possesses strong farm management skills, including staff supervision and operational oversight. Eager to contribute a strong work ethic and extensive equine expertise to a leading thoroughbred farm in Kentucky, ensuring the health and performance of elite horses.
Experience
Thoroughbred Race Groom - Hester Training - New Kent, VA
(2026-06)
- Provide daily care and execute training preparation for thoroughbreds competing at Colonial Downs.
Horse Trainer/ Farm Manager - Marion Willoughby Foundation - Bastrop, LA
(2023-09 - 2026-03)
- Retrained rescue horses for new careers and facilitated their adoption by families seeking suitable equine partners.
- Managed all operational facets of the rescue facility, including procurement of horses, development of training schedules, and supervision of assistant trainers and farmhands.
- Oversaw the ordering of all feed and supplements, coordinated veterinary transport, and scheduled farrier appointments.
- Utilized online platforms to showcase horses for sale, ensuring optimal placement and outcomes for each animal.
Barn manager/thoroughbred Race Groom - Martin Bros. Racing - Shreveport, LA
(2020-01 - 2023-09)
- Administered daily care and training preparation for seven thoroughbreds racing at the track.
- Supervised three additional grooms and compiled training lists for 25 horses in collaboration with the assistant trainer.
- Administered all scheduled medications and managed feed and farrier appointments.
Barn Foreman/exercise rider thoroughbred - McPeek Racing - Lexington, Kentucky
(2016-04 - 2019-10)
- Executed exercise riding for thoroughbreds undergoing race training.
- Directed all barn staff, including managing hiring processes and assigning grooms to specific racing tracks.
- Administered all medications for a stable of 52 horses.
Education
Associate in Accounting - Accounting - University of Arizona (1994-08 - 1998-05)
