Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Limited, operators of Whakapapa & T≈´roa Ski Areas on Mt Ruapehu, have announced that Jono Dean has been appointed as the new CEO of the company.
“Jono has been with the company since June 2018 as the General Manager for Whakapapa Ski area, so he knows the business well,” says RAL chair Murray Gribben.
“This appointment recognises our need for a CEO who understands our business and our partners from all over the local community who make this mountain such a special place.
“The key focus for RAL for the immediate future will be on growing the range of recreational experiences we can offer our customers, particularly in the summer season.
“Jono was instrumental in managing the introduction of the Sky Waka gondola at Whakapapa, which is opening up the mountain to a wider range of users. RAL now has ambitious plans to improve the facilities at T≈´roa, including potentially building a gondola there to complement the enhancements at Whakapapa.
“While the winter weather has been challenging this year, the redevelopment of our facilities will help RAL to build our tourism offering.
“Jono took up his new role on October 8 and will ensure RAL’s sustainability by continuing to improve the visitor experience for our skiers and delivering a unique Ruapehu summer offering,” says Murray.
