Carolina Arbola

• Sales Preparation: Managed and executed preparation of horses for sale, ensuring peak physical condition and readiness for buyer inspections, contributing to consistently successful sales.
• Grooming and Presentation: Delivered high-standard grooming, presenting horses immaculately for viewings and events. Recognised for attention to detail and turnout quality.
• Horse Showing: Presented horses confidently to prospective buyers, highlighting key attributes and temperaments. Supported sale conversions by effectively showcasing up to 100 horses during peak sales.
• Auction Ring Handling: Led horses through auction rings at high-profile events, maintaining control and professionalism in high-pressure settings. Contributed to smooth, successful presentations in front of bidders and industry professionals.

• Managed daily operations of 3 horses.
• Oversaw tailored feeding schedules, meeting individual dietary needs to support peak condition and performance.
• Negotiated supplier contracts for feed, bedding, and essential supplies, achieving cost savings of 25%.
• Maintained detailed records for each horse, including diet, exercise, medical history, and behavioural notes, improving care continuity.
• Conducted routine health checks and welfare assessments, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
• Scheduled and coordinated regular veterinary visits.
• Liaised with owners to provide consistent updates on progress and condition, enhancing client satisfaction and trust.
• Facilitated groundwork, lunging, and ridden training sessions, improving horse behaviour and performance outcomes.
• Performed grooming to professional standards, including clipping, trimming, pulling, and plaiting for shows and sales.
• Delivered basic medical care, including wound bandaging and administering preventive treatments.
• Responded to emergencies with calm, effective solutions, minimizing disruption and ensuring animal safety.
• Executed general yard maintenance and paddock management to uphold safe, well-organised working environment.
• Managed errands and support tasks efficiently to ensure smooth daily operations.

Eight years of experience in the racing industry, along with management of a private yard of 11 horses, overseeing all aspects of horse and yard operations. Responsibilities included:

• Supervising daily care routines and managing yard staff
• Coordinating supply management
• Liaising with farriers, vets, and other equine professionals

Additional roles include Head Groom at a stud, running a personal training business, and gaining hands-on experience in show pony and eventing yards.

This diverse background has developed strong leadership, organisational, and horsemanship skills, along with deep knowledge of care, conditioning, and presentation across multiple equestrian disciplines.