This October we attended the Ski Area COO Summit 2024
We can confidently say that the gathering held on October 4, 2024, at Copper Mountain Resort was a great event that set an exciting tone for the upcoming ski season.
The summit brought together the Chief Operating Officers from five prominent ski areas: Copper Mountain, Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, and Loveland. It was a crowded event filled with energy and anticipation of the upcoming ski season.
Highlights from the Summit
1. Copper Mountain
- Timberline Express Lift Upgrade
- President and General Manager Dustin Lyman announced the upgrade of the Timberline Express lift from a four-seater to a six-seater.
- This enhancement improves access to the mountain’s west side and is expected to be ready for the late November opening.
- Season Events
- Copper Mountain revealed its plans to kick off the winter season on November 8, with a lineup of events including concerts and athletic competitions.
2. Keystone
- New Leadership
- Shannon Buhler, the newly appointed Vice President and General Manager, shared her vision for the resort.
- With nearly two decades of experience in the ski industry, Buhler aims to elevate the skiing experience at Keystone.
3. Breckenridge
- Snowmaking Plans
- Breckenridge shared their commitment to an early start as they announced plans to begin snowmaking operations in mid-October.
4. Arapahoe Basin and Loveland
- Both resorts have already started snowmaking preparations. Snowmaking is expected to begin soon to give both resorts a head start at opening early.
A Community Gathering
The COO Summit was not just about sharing operational updates; it served as a platform for creating community engagement among local business owners, officials, and residents.
Spotsurfer was proud to be one of the sponsors for the event. We were interested to here about parking being a top priority for each of these resorts. Lucky for them we have a solution!
Upcoming Season
Looking back at this year’s COO Summit, it’s clear that it set a promising tone for the upcoming ski season.
The excitement generated during this event has left skiers and snowboarders eagerly anticipating their time on the slopes.
With opening day just around the corner, both locals and visitors can look forward to new experiences and improvements across Summit County’s ski areas.
Photo Courtesy: SummitDaily.com
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