The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) has named Adrienne Saia Isaac to the newly formed position of marketing and communications director. Isaac brings relevant ski area perspective to the role, having served as marketing and communications manager at Arapahoe Basin, CO, for the past six years.
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Under Armour Appoints Two To Senior Management Team
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Sears’ CEO Urges Broad Debt Restructuring
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U.S. Polo Assn. Named Official Apparel Sponsor Of China Open Polo Tournament
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Brooks Offers Runners Incentives For Twin Cities Marathon
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OIA Endorses Martin Heinrich
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High School Sports Participation Increases For 29th Consecutive Year
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2018 Interbike Innovation Award Winners Announced
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Moody’s Downgrades Academy’s Debt Ratings
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Nike Celebrates Tiger Woods First Win In Five Years
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