BRENT HARLEY AND ASSOCIATES - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Resort Planner / GIS Specialist
Kyle brings a strong background in planning and design to BHA, as well as skills involving GIS database management and 3D modeling. He holds a degree in Geography and Earth Sciences, as well as a post-graduate degree in Geospatial Analysis. With experience in policy planning for local government he employs these skills in all ski area and bike park management planning processes. He enjoys bridging the gap between real world data and 2D/3D design to create unique and fascinating resort planning products.
Kyle started snowboarding and biking in Ontario many years ago, but with sights always set on the awe-inspiring big mountain terrain of British Columbia. Having made the move out west, he enjoys refining his snowboarding skills on the local mountains and can be seen frequenting the local breweries. His summer activities include downhill and enduro mountain biking, trail building, hiking, fishing and surfing.
Job Titles:
- Resort Planner / Project Coordinator
Matt has a background in resource management, planning, and community development. Coming from SFU's School of Resource and Environmental Management where he focused on tourism, recreation, and user behaviour, he enjoys understanding the challenges and opportunities facing a project, and providing solutions that achieve economic, social, cultural, and environmental objectives.
Matt brings a diverse set of skills to BHA, including environmental, climate, market and industry analysis, report production, GIS analysis, cartography, stakeholder consultation and facilitation. Working as a project coordinator and resort planner, he enjoys applying these skills to the creation of distinctive mountain and recreation master plans.
When not in the office Matt can be found in the mountains, biking or running along single track, or splitboarding in the Sea to Sky region's amazing backcountry.
Nancy is the behind the scenes person that helps keep BHA a successful business. Another long time local, Nancy manages to juggle a number of community volunteer positions along with her passion for the outdoor and her work as the business manager of BHA.
Job Titles:
- Resort Planner / GIS Technician
Ryan comes to BHA with a strong background in GIS mapping and application programming, vector drawing, data analysis and processing. His high tech computer skills are combined with an experienced eye for map rendering and the creation of communicative graphics and layout. As a long term Squamish resident, Ryan likes to spend his time biking and exploring BC's great backyard with his kids and friends.
A long time Whistler resident, Sue has been with BHA since 1997. A bookkeeping diploma and background in the service industry allows her to keep the office running smoothly while maintaining an active interest in the business of skiing. Outdoor pursuits include both downhill and cross country skiing, mountain biking and windsurfing.