Matthew Kay
Equine NPO Executive Director at 501(c)(3)- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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501(c)(3)
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Equine NPO Executive Director
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Jul 2023 - Present
Providing executive functions for expansion and success of equine projects focused on rehabilitating trauma survivors.
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Equine-assisted Therapy Instructor
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May 2023 - Present
Providing interspecies communication methods for trauma survivors using horses as a tool to teach them how to communicate.
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Multi-Recreation Business
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Mar 2023 - Present
Providing resilience training to trauma survivors and families in a community based atmosphere. Multiple types of inclusive and adaptive recreation with courses held through all seasons and changing along with the local weather and climate.
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Private Military-Security Contractor
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2021 - Present
Senior team member with advanced leadership knowledge in strategic military and security critical decision-making operational procedures and tactical proficiency. Management, critical thinking, public speaking, and verbal de-escalation communication skills in collaborating with law enforcement and helping the public. Keen attention to detail and professionalism over personal politics in regards to employment of weapon systems and mission specific equipment to complete contracts.
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Personal Recreational Sports Fitness Trainer
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2008 - Present
Cross-training athlete and personal trainer in sports including: shooting, archery, hunting, fishing, timbersports, mixed martial arts, boxing, baseball, football, hockey, weightlifting, high-rep calisthenics, running, backpacking, rowing, swimming, mountain biking, cycling, triathlon, climbing, mountaineering, and enduro motorcycling.
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Semi-Retired Passive Income Investor
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Apr 2006 - Present
Income management providing highly reliable passive income suitable for living expenses regardless of economic fluctuations, allowing active job income to be saved or used for luxury expenses, financial independence, and early retirement.
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Private company
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Firearm Sales and Instructor
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Jan 2022 - Jul 2023
Helping people protect themselves and recreate safely. Includes expert product knowledge and sales of optics, archery, hunting, and fishing outfitting equipment.
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U.S. Forest Service
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Fire Prevention Protection Officer and Wildfire Investigator
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2019 - 2020
Fire prevention patrol, forest protection officer, education, and wildfire investigations coordinating with law enforcement.
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Fire Prevention Protection Officer and Recreation Lead
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Jul 2017 - Dec 2018
Multitasked fire prevention patrol, forest protection officer, river and trails ranger, and special use permits on Wild and Scenic Rogue River. Jet boat, rafting, kayaking, and backpacking patrols along the 50 mile Rogue River wilderness and Siskiyou Wilderness. Crew lead chainsaw and agency liaison for Siskiyou Wilderness trail crew volunteers and campground rehabilitation. Logistics on large wilderness wildfires threatening nearby cities in addition to daily job duties.
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Smokejumper Trainee
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Mar 2017 - Jun 2017
Smokejumper field training, physical assessment, and 100 pound pack test. Training including tree climbing, ram air parachuting, and tree let-down procedures.
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California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Firefighter EMT
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Apr 2016 - Nov 2016
California, United States All-risk firefighter in both structure, wildland, medical, and rescue operations. Lead medical and rope rescue staff on engine crew. Additional chainsaw training.
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Emergency Medical Technician
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Jan 2016 - Apr 2016
California, United States Full time ambulance EMT.
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U.S. Forest Service
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Forester, Fire Behavior Analyst, and Biological Scientist
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2014 - 2015
California, United States Forest health and protection specialist in dealing with drought, fire management, and beetle kill in tree stands within southern California National Forest service area (4 forests). Conducted study to understand the percentage of Coulter Pine trees susceptible to mortality from beetle kill given other synergistic environmental stressors.
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Wildland Firefighter
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2013 - 2014
California, United States Wildland firefighter engine crew member.
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American Residential Services
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Consumer Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Heating Air Conditioning Technician
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2006 - 2012
California, United States Experience in HVAC, metal fabrication, welding, electrical, plumbing, and construction.
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US Army
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Infantry Team Leader and Shooter
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2001 - 2005
Multiple Locations Active duty soldier in charge of fire team policing, combat operations, and standard operating procedure strategies and tactics using multiple weapons systems and military grade equipment. Long range to close quarters field experienced operator.
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Education
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US Army School of Infantry OSUT
Infantry Military and Operational Studies, Qualifications Expert -
Victor Valley College
Fire Academy and Fire Science, Top of Class Biddle Fitness and Academy Scores -
Humboldt State University
Forestry and Wildland Fire Management, 3.5 -
Mt. San Antonio College
Natural Sciences and Mathematics, 3.6