RELEASE
Whistler, BC
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Whistler Mountain Ski Club appoints new Executive Director
The Whistler Mountain Ski Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Nigel Loring as its new Executive Director. Nigel brings a wealth of experience to this exciting new role having worked as a professional in the sport for a number of successful organizations over the past twenty years. Most recently, Nigel ran the race program in Kimberley, BC, but has held the top job at Mt. Hood Meadows in Oregon and prior to that, at Sun Peaks near Kamloops, BC. His commitment to professionally running the business of the sport and his proven abilities as an organizer and communicator will no doubt have a positive impact on the Whistler club through this Olympic year and beyond.
Nigel holds a degree in Kinesiology as well as top coaching credentials, yet it is his expertise at managing the many various and sometimes complex aspects of a ski club that has defined his career thus far. A firm believer in team building at every level, Nigel will start working immediately on planning with the pro coaching staff to map out next season’s program and intends to be in Whistler as soon as the second week in July.
“This is a big job” says David Newton, President of the Whistler Mountain Ski Club, “but we are thrilled to have Nigel head up our team… we know he is going to meet all expectations and we want to welcome him and his family to Whistler during this exciting time”.
Currie Chapman who served as the club’s Program Director during the past year decided not to apply for the new position as his family was unable to make the move from their home in Victoria. The club believed that a local presence was critical to the role of running the ski club. Currie will fulfill his commitment through to the end of July 2009 and has graciously agreed to help make the transition as smooth as possible. The club wishes to thank Currie for his all hard work and commitment to during his time in Whistler.
For more information please contact:
Rosie Steeves
WMSC – Communications Director
T 604 649 0927
Rosie@refineryleadership.com