Ashley Blondel commenced his new role as CEO on 1 September , bringing with him experience as the CEO of Perisher Blue Ski Resort and having held several other Board positions in the ski industry and other private sector enterprises.

Blondel replaces Andrew Ramsey who was with the ASAA since 2004, having been responsible to initiate and deliver many significant developments and activities for and on behalf of the Association over the past five years.

“The members of the ASAA, representing the country’s ski lifting and resort operators, wishes to publicly and formally thank Andrew for his diligence, leadership and guidance as its Chief Executive Officer,” said an ASAA representative.

“The Board and members of the ASAA now look forward to the next stage of its development and influence with Ashley’s appointment.”