Nicholas Hoyles
St. John's,NL
Summary
Collaborative leader, educator and coach with dedication to partnering with colleagues to promote engaged, empowering and inclusive work and sport culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings resulting in exceptional success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CEO
Hoyles Performance
12.2015 - Current
- Established foundational processes for business operations with ongoing workplace optimization evaluations
- Used knowledge when contracted to consult other local businesses on workplace optimization methods to increase efficiency, profitability and both employee as well as customer satisfaction.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Trained and motivated coaches and athletes to perform daily business operations
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
- Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
Equestrian Performance Coach
Hoyles Performance
12.2015 - Current
- Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, parents, and officials using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans in line with the Equestrian Canada NCCP "Long Term Equestrian Development" program to enhance skills for individual athletes.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning as well as visual and verbal demonstrations.
- Created comprehensive nutrition and exercise plan for both horse and rider to optimize performance
- Developed an Instructor training program for assistant instructors wishing to work towards their national certification..
- Collaborated with coaches, nutritionists and physiotherapists to support continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with athletes, parents and instructors to build relationships and create cohesive community of supportive people
Seasonal Educator
Lululemon Athletica
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
Vice President
Newfoundland and Labrador Equestrian Association
12.2015 - 11.2021
- Managed overseeing board governance, grant applications and leading recreational and competition development for the province.
- Maintained positive member relations by addressing problems head-on, building relationships and implementing successful actions.
- Set aggressive targets for directors to drive organization success and strengthen motivation.
- Conducted research and analysis of industry trends to determine potential opportunities for growth.
- Organized and oversaw special events such as community engagement initiatives, educational clinics and fundraisers both in person and online.
Supervisor
Axtion Climb INC
10.2015 - 09.2018
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
Volunteer
Paradise Animal Hospital
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Assisted veterinarian during routine, emergency surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Positioned and restrained animals for treatment diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administered medications and therapies to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to owners
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Equestrian Intern
Valentine Reining Horses
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
- Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors, and diet to isolate and address concerns.
- Rode horses to meet required performance level to develop skills and compliance of individual animals.
- Prepared horses for riding, competitions and shows to condition animals to perform at best.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Minoring in Biochemistry
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John's Newfoundland And Labrador 04.2023
Coach Certification - Coaching
Equestrian Canada
Ottawa, ON05.2016
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Excellent Interpersonal Communication
- Promotions and Marketing Strategies
- Team Leadership
- Business Management
- Partnership Development
Accomplishments
- Built a competitive equestrian program from the ground up, with 60 athletes and becoming the first equestrian coach from Newfoundland to take a team of equestrian athletes out of province to compete at multiple nationally recognized competitions.
Additional Information
- AWARDS AND CERTIFICATION , Coaching Certification Equestrian Canada Scholarship award Jeffrey Steiner Memorial Dean’s List Faculty of Science First Aid Certification St.John Ambulance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- Equestrian Canada
- National Reining Horse Association
- Newfoundland and Labrador Equestrian Association
Certification
- Certified Equestrian Coach, Equestrian Canada
- Standard First Aid Training, St. John Ambulance
- Standard and Emergency Horse First Aid, Equi-Health Canada
- Fear Free Certified Veterinary Professional, Fear Free Pets
Timeline
Seasonal Educator
Lululemon Athletica
09.2020 - 01.2021
Volunteer
Paradise Animal Hospital
03.2019 - 08.2021
Equestrian Performance Coach
Hoyles Performance
12.2015 - Current
Vice President
Newfoundland and Labrador Equestrian Association
12.2015 - 11.2021
CEO
Hoyles Performance
12.2015 - Current
Supervisor
Axtion Climb INC
10.2015 - 09.2018
Equestrian Intern
Valentine Reining Horses
08.2015 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Minoring in Biochemistry
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Coach Certification - Coaching
Equestrian Canada
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