Mark Hanson, MBA
Chubbuck
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
M2H Appraisal LLC
Pocatello, ID
01.2025 - Current
- Established operational procedures ensuring compliance with appraisal industry standards.
- Appraised for clients including, CPA's, Attorneys, Insurance Adjusters,
- Performed retrospective appraisals, requiring attention to detail in various equine disciplines.
- Implemented strategic marketing initiatives to increase brand visibility and market share.
- Developed client relationships to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in increased efficiency in appraisal turnaround times.
- Analyzed market trends to inform pricing strategies and appraisal methodologies.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
Horse Trainer
Idaho Quarter Horse Association
05.2007 - 01.2023
- Served as VICE PRESIDENT of the Eastern Idaho Horseman's Association (EIHA).
- Named champion trainer by the Idaho Quarter Horse Association 7 times between 2016 and 2023; awarded AQHA Challenge Champion Trainer in 2019.
- Managed stables with Jockeys, Exercise riders, and Grooms while strategizing with owners for optimal success.
- Responsibilities included teaching essential skills for success on the track and fostering better employee performance.
- Successfully foaled and trained horses, achieving optimal animal and human performance through strategic pairing.
- Managed diverse teams, promoting effective coaching and appreciation to drive enhanced performance.
- Evaluated horse strengths and weaknesses to tailor individual training plans.
- Developed training programs to enhance horse performance and behavior.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to ensure horses' health during training regimens.
- Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
- Developed individualized training programs to enhance horse performance and behavior.
Tutor
Idaho State University Economics Department
09.2011 - 05.2013
- As a tutor I assisted undergraduates to grasp the finite details of economics
- This included both micro and macroeconomic principles and theory
- I really enjoyed helping students learn and achieve academic success in classes that I had recently taken as an economics major
- This further expanded my knowledge of the subject and gave me a great feeling of accomplishment watching a student that I tutored achieve success
- Developed individualized lesson plans to enhance student understanding of economic concepts.
- Facilitated group discussions to foster collaborative learning and critical thinking among students.
- Provided academic support through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving student engagement and performance.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, ensuring alignment with course objectives and outcomes.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Education
Masters Business Administration (MBA) - Business (Masters Business Administration (MBA))
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY12-2023
Graduate Certificate - Horse racing Industry Business
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID05-2013
High school diploma - undefined
Highland High School
Pocatello, ID05-2008
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Attention to detail
- Driven and determined
- Entrepreneurial personality
- Relationship building
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Strategic Decision-making
- Issue resolution
- Task delegation
Accomplishments
- Champion Trainer Award Achieved 7-time Champion Trainer award from 2016-2023.
- Graduate Academic Achievement Graduated with MBA, maintained 3.8 GPA at University of Louisville.
Certification
American Society of Equine Appraisers
LANGUAGES
English Native
Timeline
Business Owner
M2H Appraisal LLC
01.2025 - Current
Tutor
Idaho State University Economics Department
09.2011 - 05.2013
Horse Trainer
Idaho Quarter Horse Association
05.2007 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Idaho State University
High school diploma - undefined
Highland High School
Masters Business Administration (MBA) - Business (Masters Business Administration (MBA))
University of Louisville
Graduate Certificate - Horse racing Industry Business
University of Louisville
TRAINING / COURSES
Principles of Valuation American Society of Equine Appraisers