James Crompton (Thredbo, NSW)

I first skied in Wengen (Switzerland) courtesy of my Swiss aunt. A few family holidays later and I joined the local dry-slope ski racing clubs at Pendle & Rossendale in NW England. Fast-forward a few years, and a one-off ski season turned into a life in the snow, initially in Italy and then back-to-back winters since 2010 between Morzine (France) and New South Wales. I now work at Thredbo as Snowsports Assistant Manager.

My favourite things about skiing are the freedom to travel and explore. I don't think we ever lose that sense of adventure, just the level of it might change over time. I love teaching because it creates an opportunity to do the same with people - to meet people, create experiences with them and share the adventure.

I'm excited to attend Interski to collaborate beyond the boundaries of our island and association, and exchange ideas for how we enhance that adventure and experience for skiers and riders - members and guests. I look forward to sharing what we learn through social media, presentations and articles, and hope the benefits will be visible to APSI members and colleagues through product enhancements and resort developments.

Resort: Thredbo 

Sponsors: Rossignol