Sally Englander

Experience

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  Barnes & Noble Education, Inc.

  Aug 2021 - May 2022

  Sales Representative

  Provided customer service throughout the store and through calls. Executed the sales of Apple products, textbooks, Kentucky merchandise, and beverages and snacks. Organized shipments coming into the store and getting delivered out.

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  Breeders’ Cup World Championships

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Ticketing and Sales Intern

  Handled correspondence, including emails, mail, and phone calls. Additionally through the phone calls, handled expensive ticket sales from the knowledge gained through the event. Organized spreadsheets in alphabetical order with ticketing information for the event.

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  Hagyard Equine Medical Institute

  Jun 2022 - Jun 2024

  Veterinary Technician

  Mainly working the night shift which is between the hours of 10PM to 8AM. Capable of hanging fluids, administering medication (IV, IM, and oral), wrapping bandages, and taking vitals. Gained lots of knowledge observing surgeries and procedures such as eye and mass removals, twin reductions, castrations, and many more. Used my knowledge of Spanish to communicate with some of the other staff members.

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  Keeneland Association

  Aug 2022 - May 2023

  Keeneland College Ambassador

  Act as a liaison between college students and the Keeneland Association to promote events to the surrounding area of Lexington and all over the country through social media and word of mouth. Assist with the planning and operation of events such as their infamous September Yearling Sales, College Scholarship Day, Fall and Spring Race Meet, Breeders’ Cup Weekend, and many more.

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  Horse Country

  Jan 2023 - Jul 2023

  Marketing and Communcations Intern

  Facilitate online and over-the-phone ticket purchases, including connecting guests to desired or recommended experiences. Assist with industry communication, website content, blog posts, and social media content. Help coordinate and plan events, either member, community or tourism focused. Connect with clients and upkeep a strong relationship with them.

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  Derby Experiences

  May 2023 - May 2023

  Hostess

  For the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby, I worked as a hostess for the Sunny Halo’s lounge helping guests find where there lounge was, troubleshooting any problems the guests were having, getting their feedback about the event, and making the experience as enjoyable as possible for them.

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  Keeneland Association

  Apr 2024 - Apr 2024

  Communications Contributor

  Conducted post-race interviews with jockeys and trainers to analyze race strategies, horse performance, and overall outcomes.

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  Pyramind Search LLC

  Jun 2024 - now

  Researcher and Recruiting Analyst

  Nationally respected, retained executive search firm (https://www.pyramindsearch.com/)

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  Churchill Downs Racetrack

  Jun 2024 - Jun 2024

  Shadowing Sports Analyst and Reporter

  Analyzed the races of the day and picked out horses for the best bet of the day, live longshot, and favorite to bet against. Learned the ins and outs of on-air broadcasting and show running through formulating questions for post-race interviews and practicing techniques for speaking during a live broadcast. Got on-air minutes to get comfortable being in front of a camera.