# summit series (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover summit series. Page: Feed: --- ## [Summit Series: People vs. Projects](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/summit-series-people-vs-projects/) _2026-02-23 · PodSAM_ Ski area leaders juggle two demanding roles: developing people and delivering projects. This session with the Class of 2025-26 Summit Series cohort dives into how mentors strike that balance — keeping teams motivated while hitting deadlines, shaping culture while driving results, and navigating the constant pull between personalities and priorities. Mentors: John Melcher, CEO, Crystal Mountain,… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/audyy343q99qkbdt/Summt_PeoplevProjects_2025_ep1_v3.mp3) ## [From Data to Decisions: AI in Dashboard, Reporting, and Security](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/from-data-to-decisions-ai-in-dashboard-reporting-and-security/) _2026-01-13 · PodSAM_ In this episode, we explore how ski areas are using artificial intelligence to better understand performance, streamline reporting, and make more informed decisions across their operations. This conversation comes from SAM and Eternity’s Ski Resort AI Bootcamp session held in October 2025, where industry leaders gathered to share practical examples of how AI is being applied across resort… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2ayu4ah8n96u7f36/AI_Data84kw8.mp3) ## [After the Ice](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/after-the-ice/) _2025-09-22 · PodSAM_ In this episode, we head to northern Michigan, where a late-season storm left one of the Midwest’s largest ski resorts encased in ice. The Highlands, part of Boyne Resorts, took the brunt of a March 2025 weather event so severe it shattered tree limbs like matchsticks, buried trails, and left parts of the property without power for weeks. What followed was a massive recovery effort—bolstered by… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7m67w9qpf8bj2se8/Highland.mp3) ## [The Huddle: Thinking Clearly in Uncertain Times - Part 2](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/the-huddle-thinking-clearly-in-uncertain-times-part-2/) _2025-05-05 · PodSAM_ Our recent SAM Huddle, Thinking Clearly in Uncertain Times, was recorded on April 21, 2025. With tensions around trade and cross-border relations rising, this conversation brought together industry and policy perspectives to delve into how these developments are reshaping the landscape for travel and resort operations throughout North America. This is episode two of our two-part series covering… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/cpm6jei7xx9e28kv/Huddle_pt_292na9.mp3) ## [The Huddle: Thinking Clearly in Uncertain Times - Part 1](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/the-huddle-thinking-clearly-in-uncertain-times-part-1/) _2025-05-05 · PodSAM_ Our recent SAM Huddle, Thinking Clearly in Uncertain Times, was recorded on April 21, 2025. The conversation brought ski industry leaders and policy experts together to unpack how current political dynamics—particularly U.S.–Canada relations and trade tensions—are affecting travel, tourism, and mountain resort operations across North America. This is episode one of our two-part series covering… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/4diags8s6ubyjeuk/Huddle_Pt_17bktj.mp3) ## [Summit Series: Mastering Your Mindset](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/summit-series-mastering-your-mindset/) _2025-04-30 · PodSAM_ Feeling overwhelmed and underprepared can create self-limiting thoughts, low-performance, unmet expectations, higher stress, dissatisfaction, and even disillusionment. During this conversation from the fall with the Class of 2024-25 mentors and mentees, we dove into how to strengthen your own mental toughness and mindset to draw out higher performance from others. Looking for more? Read "Mastering… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/hsasnz5nqcdu4wxw/Mastering_Mindseta91b5.mp3) ## [Summit Series: Change Management](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/summit-series-change-management/) _2025-02-06 · PodSAM_ When change seems to be all we do, how do we manage it to our advantage? Listen in to a conversation from the fall with the Class of 2024-25 mentors and mentees. Looking for more? Read "Change Management" from the January 2025 issue of SAM. Mentors : Kim Jones, Vice President and General Counsel, WinSport Olympic Park, Calgary, Alberta Karl Kapucinski, Chief Executive Officer, California Mountain… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/nhxpxpjmikc5qghe/Change_Management_v263msw.mp3) ## [Meet Mike: Interview with the New NSAA President](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/meet-mike-interview-with-the-new-nsaa-president/) _2025-01-28 · PodSAM_ SAM sat down with the new National Ski Areas Association president and CEO, Mike Reitzell. This extended cut interview expands upon the "Meet Mike" article in SAM's January 2025 issue . [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/fzqspyt2hbg9sjmr/Reitzell_v2.mp3) ## [Summit Series: It's a Balancing Act](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/summit-series-its-a-balancing-act/) _2024-09-13 · PodSAM_ During the 6th annual Summit Series leadership development program, six of our mentors and an expert voice discuss what it takes to balance the weight of the workforce and workplace on your shoulders, while striking a balance within yourself and your team. As we welcome mentee nominations for this year's Summit Series, we will be sharing those conversations on PodSAM. Learn more about the Summit… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/r5v2xv3hae2gt8cp/Summit23_Balancing_Act7laek.mp3) ## [Summit Series: Leading Effective Teams](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/summit-series-leading-effective-teams/) _2024-09-09 · PodSAM_ During the 6th annual Summit Series leadership development program, six of our mentors and an expert voice discuss how to build trust, communicate, and problem solve with your teams, with our group of mentees. As we welcome mentee nominations for this year's Summit Series, we will be sharing those conversations on PodSAM. You can also find a recap in the pages of SAM Magazine's March 2024 issue .… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/66crp8zt7tspb3zh/Summit23_LeadingTeams_v2.mp3) ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FITYHNhgqUgY) _2024-09-09 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Summit Series: What Makes a Good Leader](https://saminfo.podbean.com/e/summit-series-what-makes-a-good-leader/) _2024-09-04 · PodSAM_ During our 6th annual Summit Series leadership development program, four of our mentors and an expert voice discuss a wide range of topics around leadership, like leadership styles, delegating, prioritizing tasks and more, with our group of mentees. As we welcome mentee nominations for this year's Summit Series, we will be sharing those conversations on PodSAM. You can also find recaps in the… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/vgwsxbiwphr6c562/Summit23_GoodLeaders_v2.mp3)