Hawi Bekele Soboka

Falls Church

Summary

Experienced professional with 7+ years of hands-on experience in founding and managing a successful poultry business in Ethiopia. Demonstrated expertise in operations management, animal health, team leadership, budgeting, and quality control. Known for exceptional problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and a tech-savvy mindset. Quick learner, ready to bring strong work ethic and entrepreneurial drive to any opportunity in the U.S.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Operations Manager

Hawi’s Poultry Farm

01.2017 - 01.2024

Launched and scaled poultry operations from 500 to over 4,000 chickens within a few years.
Managed full production lifecycle: farm setup, feed planning, vaccination, and health monitoring.
Led sourcing and logistics for different feed stages: starter, rearing, pullet, and layer.
Supervised and trained farm staff, handled turnover, and resolved labor issues efficiently.
Maintained high sanitation standards and implemented disease prevention protocols.
Created and followed detailed vaccination schedules; addressed animal health challenges proactively.
Drove marketing and direct sales of eggs with high accuracy and urgency.
Achieved up to 94% egg-laying efficiency, boosting profitability and productivity.
Oversaw budgeting, inventory, and customer service to ensure sustained business growth.

Education

Electrical Engineering and Computing

Addis Ababa Science And Technology University

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

01.2016

Skills

Business Operations & Strategic Planning
Team Leadership & Staff Training
Animal Health & Vaccination Schedules
Sales & Customer Relations
Inventory & Time-sensitive Supply Management

Microsoft Word
Excel
Basic Tech Tools
Quick Learner
Tech-Savvy

Languages

English

Native or Bilingual

Amharic