Taos Ski Valley, Inc.
Kristopher DeVogelaere, MBA has a wealth of experience in the finance and accounting field within the ski resort industry. Kristopher is currently serving as the Vice President of Finance at Taos Ski Valley, Inc. since May 2023. Prior to this role, they held the position of Director of Finance and Accounting at the same company from June 2021 to June 2023.
Before joining Taos Ski Valley, Inc., Kristopher worked at Steamboat ski from October 2019 to May 2021. During their time there, they held various positions including Director of Finance, Product & Revenue Management, Revenue Manager, and Financial Analyst. In these roles, they demonstrated their aptitude for driving revenue growth, implementing financial systems, and managing budgets.
Prior to Steamboat ski, Kristopher worked at Copper Mountain Resort as an Accounting Supervisor for Revenue, Wholesale, and Lodging in 2014, Senior Accountant in 2013, and Staff Accountant in 2013. Before that, they served as an Auditor at Crested Butte Mountain Resort in 2012.
Overall, Kristopher's work experience showcases their expertise in financial management, revenue analysis, budgeting, and strategic planning within the ski resort industry.
Kristopher DeVogelaere, MBA, completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, with a Minor in Information Decision Sciences, from the University of Illinois Chicago in 2011. Kristopher then pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a Dual Emphasis in Finance and Business Strategy at the University of Colorado Denver, graduating in 2016.
Taos Ski Valley, Inc.
Taos Ski Valley, Inc. was founded in 1954 by Ernie and Rhoda Blake. Historically a family owned and operated ski resort, TSV was recently acquired by a private company with deep TSV enthusiast roots. With a sincere commitment to celebrate TSV’s singular offering, the new entity is investing substantially in the mountain and base village revitalization; the resort’s systems; infrastructure; and real estate offering to significantly improve the guest experience, increase annual visits and reclaim TSV’s position as one of the world’s top mountain destinations. It is located in the Sangre de Cristo range of the southern Rocky Mountains in Northern New Mexico. Taos combines the feel of the European Alps with the charm and beauty of the Southwest. Its world-renowned terrain, amazing food, friendly people, beautiful weather, and breathtaking scenery has kept guests coming back for over 50 years. Taos offers a little something for everyone with 1,300 acres of skiable terrain for all ability levels; small crowds and nonexistent lift lines make it easy to explore the entire mountain at any pace. Taos Pueblo and the historic town of Taos sit just 20 miles away. Taos Pueblo is the only living Native American community designated both as World Heritage Site by UNESCO and a National Historic Landmark. The multi-story adobe buildings have been continuously inhabited for over a 1,000 years. The town of Taos' rugged beauty, majestic mountains, wild Rio Grande river and unique blend of cultures - Spanish, Native American and Anglo - have historically drawn artists and photographers, evidenced by the plentiful galleries, museums and festivals.