Donald Hodgson
New Plymouth,TKI
Summary
Accomplished entrepreneur with a proven track record in the hospitality and agricultural sectors, adept at property management and cultivating supplier relationships. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and communication skills, ensuring high standards of guest relations and staff performance. Successfully managed a 9-unit motel and a 140-hectare dairy farm, emphasizing health and safety compliance and efficient problem-solving.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Motel Owner
Self-employeed
2016.07 - 2023.12
- Owned and operated 9 unit motel in Taupo
Dairy Farm Owner
Self-employeed
1989.06 - 2016.06
- Owned and operated a 140 hectare fairy farm.
- Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers.
- Managed and trained seasonal staff to ensure proper care of livestock, machinery maintenance tasks.
Education
Northland Polytechnic
Northland, NZBream Bay College
Ruakaka, NZLincoln University
Lincoln, NZ 1981.02 - 1985.05
Skills
Effective Leadership
Hospitality Industry Knowledge
Excellent Communication
Reliability
Staff Training and Development
Property Management
Guest Relations
Health and safety compliance
Maintenance Coordination
Time Management
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Timeline
Motel Owner
Self-employeed
2016.07 - 2023.12
Dairy Farm Owner
Self-employeed
1989.06 - 2016.06
Lincoln University
1981.02 - 1985.05
Northland Polytechnic
Bream Bay College