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Back In Business
George Gillett discusses his long, slow climb back from bankruptcy and his blazing re-entry into the industry he loves as head of Booth Creek…
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Anatomy Of The Deal
The fascinating details, human and financial, of the purchase of S-K-I as revealed in an interview with the man who did the deal, Les…
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When The Colonel Came To Town
As executive director of the Canada West Ski Areas Association since 1979, Jimmie Spencer has brought a unique blend of military correctness, spirited fun…
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Mvp: Lewis Mead, Attitash Bear Peak, N.H.
First in a series recognizing exceptional employees who make a difference, regardless of their title or where they fall on the organizational chart. Lewis…
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The Artist As Heir Apparent
David Slutzky may inherit the top job at Hunter Mountain, New York, but he has proven his worth with hard work and expertise. He’s…
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Channing’s Progress
A report on the progress made by Channing Murdock, president of Butternut , Mass., and former chairman of NSAA, after he sustained injuries in…
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A Leader For Tough Times
John Stahler will be stepping into the driver’s seat as the chairman for the embattled USIA. Having proved himself in the ski business over…
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Mel Borgersen On PNSAA, Past And Future
A farewell address from Mel Borgersen, who is retiring as president of the Pacific Northwest Ski Areas Association (PNSAA). The author looks back at…
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SUMMER OPS CAMP REGISTRATION CLOSES IN A WEEK
SAM Magazine—Natick, Mass., Aug. 17, 2017—Registration for SAM’s eighth annual Summer Ops Camp—a series of seminars, workshops, and site visits that explore the state…
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Eldora’s Rebranding Embraces Local Market
SAM Magazine—Boulder, Colo., Aug. 16, 2017—As it undergoes a multi-million dollar capital development, including the installation of a new six-passenger chairlift, Eldora Mountain Resort…
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Safehold Special Risk to Be Bought by USI Insurance
SAM Magazine—Lakewood, Colo., July 21, 2017—Wells Fargo has entered into an agreement with USI Insurance Services to sell Wells Fargo Insurance Services (WFIS), inclusive…
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Silverton Mountain Adds Passholder Perks
SAM Magazine—Silverton, Colo., July 21, 2017—As Silverton Mountain begins its 16th year, the resort has teamed with six other ski areas that will give…
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Summer at Western Destinations: Occupancy Flat, Revenues Up
SAM Magazine—Denver, July 21, 2017—While occupancy at Western mountain destinations for the summer months (May through October) is up a mere 0.2 percent year-over-year,…
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Schmitz Brothers to Operate The Rock Snow Park (Wis.)
SAM Magazine—Franklin, Wis., July 19, 2017—Schmitz Brothers LLC, which operates Little Switzerland and Nordic Mountain ski areas in Wisconsin, has reached a purchase agreement…
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10 Under 30 :: 2017
Meet 10 outstanding and inspiring twenty-somethings who are having an impact. This story is from the SAM print archive Subscribers can read the full…
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The Power of Passion
Midwestern operators Chip Perfect and Dave Grenier talk candidly about the essential values shared by top leaders in the industry. It takes a special…
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News & Views :: July 2017
Climate commitment, the coming eclipse, Sid’s swan song, people and suppliers news, and more. It´s Not Easy Being Green The ski industry’s effort to…
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Waterville Valley Founder, Olympian Tom Corcoran Dead at 85
SAM Magazine—Concord, N.H., June 29, 2017—Legendary ski racer and ski industry pioneer Tom Corcoran died at his home in South Carolina on Tuesday. He…