Nick Lemire

39 | General Manager, Bolton Valley Resort
Residence: Chittenden

Career highlight: One of the highlights of my career has been helping organize and operate Blauvelt’s Banks, a premier two-day banked slalom snowboard race that brings together professional snowboarders, industry legends, and passionate riders from across the country. Being part of an event of this scale has been incredibly rewarding, especially having the opportunity to work alongside and host some of the snowboarders I grew up idolizing. It’s a unique combination of my personal passion for snowboarding and my professional experience in mountain resort operations, making it one of my proudest career accomplishments.

Community involvement: For the past ten years, my career in the recreation and outdoor industry has allowed me to make a meaningful impact by supporting organizations whose missions align with expanding access to outdoor recreation and building stronger communities.

Through my leadership roles, I have worked alongside and supported organizations including: BOAF (Bolton Outdoor Adventure Fund) – Helping expand opportunities for individuals and families to experience outdoor recreation regardless of financial barriers.

CHILL Foundation – Supporting youth through snow sports and mentorship opportunities.

Unlikely Riders – Promoting inclusivity and access within the outdoor recreation community.

Vermont Adaptive – Partnering to create opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in outdoor recreation.

Riders on Insulin – Supporting programs that empower individuals living with Type 1 diabetes through outdoor experiences.

While these efforts have largely been connected to my professional responsibilities, they represent causes I care deeply about and opportunities where I have helped foster partnerships, provide resources, and expand access to outdoor recreation for members of the community.

Motivation for living and working in Vermont: I was motivated to live and work in Vermont by family ties and the passion for outdoor recreation in both my professional and personal life.

Favorite part of your job: My favorite part of my job is early morning powder laps while preparing for a busy day filled with happy skiers and riders.

Most inspiring mentor: My most inspiring mentor is Laird Dunlop, who was my former supervisor early on in my career. He taught me how to lead with thought, respect, and compassion for others.

Tell us something fun about yourself that few people know: I won the 1993 Toy’s’R’us national coloring contest held at the basketball hall of fame in Springfield, MA.