About Dennis Horion - Founder of Adopt-A-Horse Inc.
Career Experience
Adopt-A-Horse - Founder, Operational since August 2003
Private Wardrobers
Atlanta, Georgia
July 1985 – November 2005
Custom men’s clothing is designed for the discriminating dresser. All clothes are manufactured in the United States by firms specializing in fine garments. Garments offered for clients include suits, trousers, sports jackets, overcoats, formal wear, and custom shirts. Clients are offered this service in their home or office. Our clients include business leaders, licensed professionals, professional athletes, and gentlemen from all walks of life.
This service was originally offered as a partnership under the business name The Image Factory.
Orion Marketing & Engineering
Moerfelden, Germany
September 1981 – July 1985
General Partner in representing a wide variety of manufacturers to the U.S. Military in Germany. We offered products including office products, telephone systems, intercom systems, sound systems, public address systems, and other low voltage cable systems. We serviced U.S. Military bases throughout Germany by installing, repairing, and maintaining the installed equipment noted above. We conducted this business in both German and English at the convenience of our clients.
College Lecturer
Moerfelden, Germany
August 1980 – September 1981
Independent contractor to a number of American based Colleges and Universities offering education programs to U.S. Military soldiers, civilians, and their dependants. I taught courses in business administration, real estate, and criminal justice. All courses were offered on U.S. Military bases in the Frankfurt area.
City Of LaVerne
Central Stores Coordinator
LaVerne, California
January 1979 – March 1980
Created and managed a central stores department for all city departments. Departmental responsibilities included citywide purchasing, property maintenance, auto maintenance, and fixed facility renovation. My responsibilities included managing clerical and maintenance personnel.
Management Consultant
June 1978 – January 1979
Los Angeles, California
Contracted consulting services to a consortium of four cities to evaluate the Pomona Humane Society’s animal control contract. Animal control activities were being contracted to this organization in both the care of animals and local code enforcement. Public opinion, management practices, animal care, enforcement practices, and personnel qualifications were reviewed for the City Councils of Pomona, San Dimas, Claremont, and LaVerne California. All survey recommendations were accepted and implemented.
Southeast Animal Control
Shelter Operations Manager
September 1977 – September 1978 (Estimated)
Managed the transition from a private SPCA animal control facility to a special district public agency animal shelter. Duties included managing Veterinary staff, shelter personnel, dispatch staff, and all customer outreach programs. This public facility serviced the cities of Norcross, Downey, Pico Rivera, and Lynwood California.
New Hampshire State Industrial School
Transportation Officer
October 1973 – August 1974
Worked as a transportation officer for the New Hampshire juvenile Detention facility. Duties included transporting, supervising, and crisis intervention of detainees in State care. This position was a paid internship available during collegiate studies.
Education
Masters of Science – Criminal Justice
California State University at Los Angeles
Course Work Completed
Masters of Science – Public Administration
California State University at Los Angeles
Course Work Completed
Hobbies & Interests
Endurance Riding with Horses, Sailing, Windsurfing, Roller Skating, Canoeing, & Distance Swimming