Testimonials
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“For over 20 years, Boliba has been a solid contributor to the NSAA, serving on multiple committees, helping us share industry best practices, and inspiring resorts to be creative,” said Kelly Pawlak, president of the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA). “His passion and strong relationships will be assets in his new venture.”
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"Boliba's passion and drive to collaborate and innovate has been the secret to his success," said Olivia Rowan, Publisher/Owner of Ski Area Management Magazine. "It's why he was awarded the SAMMY Leadership Award in 2004 by his peers.
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“Boliba and I have collaborated on innovative projects like The Stash, The Burton Snowboard Academy, and The Burton Star Wars Experience,” said Chris Gunnarson, general manager of Woodward Global. “His global experience working with hundreds of resorts worldwide during his 21 years at Burton will serve him well in this new venture.”
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“If there is a person more passionate about the snowsports industry than Boliba, I have yet to meet them,” said John Rice, general manager of Sierra-at-Tahoe. “Partnerships are the foundation of a growing snowsport business. Boliba has built a broad network of relationships and understands the importance of aligning brands that benefit all stakeholders. His work to partner Sierra-at-Tahoe with such diverse groups as the Oakland A’s, Lucasfilm, Burton Snowboards, and other collaborations has yielded remarkable results. He’s a go-getter who can match top brands with active sports.”
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“Boliba, a true force to be reckoned with, embodies resilience, adaptability, and the visionary mindset necessary to thrive in our rapidly evolving modern business landscape,” said Yuma Nakagawa, APAC marketing director for Elevate Outdoor Collective. “Boliba’s unparalleled intuition enables him to forge amazing alliances that cultivate an atmosphere of triumph. He has the unique ability to extract the finest qualities from all stakeholders, ensuring their utmost potential is realized.”
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“Boliba is one of the most creative and inspiring coaches I have worked with,” said Charlie Sullivan, USA U19 National Team coach and Springfield College men’s volleyball coach. “Watching him help bring varsity volleyball to Vermont and then build a new volleyball program from scratch at Champlain Valley Union High School—which went on to win the inaugural state championship in 2016 and then consecutive state championships in 2017, 2018, and 2019—was a joy. I am proud to have played a part in helping him achieve that. His leadership and ability to connect with individuals to help get the most out of them sets Boliba apart.”
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“Boliba has spent more than two decades elevating the resort-going experience for tens of millions of alpine sport enthusiasts,” said Pat Bridges, publisher of Slush magazine. “Boliba has been instrumental in driving the resort business forward in creative and innovative ways. His pedigree, professionalism, and passion make this next chapter a logical step and potentially an existential necessity for those who seek to enjoy the snows for generations to come.”
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“Boliba’s exceptional ability to understand and connect various resort stakeholders fosters strong relationships while prioritizing consumer needs and satisfaction, which leads to long-term business success,” said Paul Burger, territory business manager for key accounts and agents at Burton Snowboards Europe.
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“Sustainability, be it energy or waste, is a journey, and resorts can harness the collective journey to galvanize the resort community so everyone can benefit,” said Morin. “We’re excited to offer services to help clients turn sustainability into a competitive advantage that augments their customers’ experience.”
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“Boliba has been an invaluable partner for over a decade, working closely with Richmond Elementary School in Vermont,” said Brian Godfrey, PE teacher at Richmond Elementary School, Vermont Elementary PE Teacher of the Year, and New England PE Teacher of the Year. “Through the Burton Riglet Snowboarding program, we brought snowboarding to countless youth in northern Vermont. Boliba’s assistance allowed us to provide Riglet kits to all the schools in our district and other nearby schools, as well as to facilitate outdoor snow experiences with equipment donations. His dedication also extended to organizing staff training and snowboarding opportunities at local resorts. Despite limited resources, Boliba made it possible for every student in our district from kindergarten through fourth grade to participate in snowboarding every winter. Snowboarding is now an integral part of our PE curriculum, benefiting over 1,000 students annually. Boliba is a remarkable person and an unparalleled advocate for youth sports.”