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Kayla Smith

Bumpass,VA

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Veteran and Family Advocate

Volunteer Service
10.2023 - Current
  • Empower veterans and their families by providing them with resources needed to make informed decisions about their futures.
  • Provide mental health resources to veterans diagnosed with PTSD.
  • Identify available resources and organizations to assist veterans on trips to commemorative events for their military service.
  • Coordinate trips for U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps veterans to attend ceremonies in Arlington National Cemetery.
  • Facilitate communication between organizations to promote positive experiences for veterans.
  • Organize community outreach opportunities for isolated veterans online and in person.
  • Veteran Advocacy success highlighted in the Washington Post, The Bulge Bugle, and CBS 6 news.
  • Guest Speaker at the Battle of the Bulge Association Commemoration, Daughter's of the American Revolution events and Private Schools.
  • Design presentations on military history on an educational level appropriate for specific audiences.

Equestrian Competition Record

Competitor
01.2013 - Current
  • Competition Record with:
  • USHJA-United States Hunter Jumper Association
  • USEF-United States Equestrian Federation
  • VHSA-Virginia Horse Show Association
  • BHSA-Battle Field Horse Show Association


Working Student

Contracted
01.2013 - 08.2021
  • Assisted youth and adults with foundational skills with horses.
  • Monitored individual's progress while mounted and performing ground work.
  • Educated students on proper care of horses and maintenance of tack and farm equipment.
  • Assessed riding skills and formulated lesson plans to meet student's goals in and out of the show ring.
  • Worked closely with equine industry professionals to develop well rounded horses and riders.
  • Assisted with routine vet and farrier appointments.


Equestrian Trail Guide

Contracted
01.2014 - 01.2021
  • Ensured rider safety by providing thorough pre-ride instructions and assessing each rider's skill level and matching riders to appropriate horses.
  • Provided historical lectures on equine military history and american history on horseback to riders of varying age and ability.
  • Managed horse care tasks, including feeding, grooming, and tacking up, ensuring optimal health for the horses.
  • Provided care for injured or ill horses, working closely with veterinary staff and farriers to monitor their recovery and return to work.
  • Assisted in the physical and mental rehabilitation of horses.
  • Supported the head trainer with riding lessons, grooming, improving student's skills and confidence levels.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, VA
05-2023

No Degree - Certified Personal Trainer

National Academy of Sports Medicine
06-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology

Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, Va
05-2023

Skills

  • Veteran advocacy
  • Riding Proficiency
  • Equitation principles
  • Horse care fundamentals
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Historical preservation
  • Public education
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Veteran and Family Advocate

Volunteer Service
10.2023 - Current

Equestrian Trail Guide

Contracted
01.2014 - 01.2021

Equestrian Competition Record

Competitor
01.2013 - Current

Working Student

Contracted
01.2013 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - History

Randolph-Macon College

No Degree - Certified Personal Trainer

National Academy of Sports Medicine

Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology

Randolph-Macon College

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