Leadership Team
Leadership Team
Leadership Team
LPT collectif
Dévouement. Compétence. Passion.
​Bienvenue au cœur de notre communauté de skieurs : ceux qui donnent vie à notre vision. Chaque LPT que vous rencontrerez ici incarne le dévouement, la passion et un engagement profond, non seulement envers l'enseignement, mais aussi envers l'apprentissage continu de chaque passionné de ski. Membre d'un collectif uni, ils prônent l'inclusion et le développement mutuel, veillant à ce que chacun se sente soutenu et inspiré. Plongez au cœur de leur apprentissage, apprenez à les connaître et découvrez l'esprit d'apprentissage collaboratif qui anime l'essence même du PSIE.​
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À mesure que la communauté LPT grandit, des formateurs seront ajoutés ici ! Découvrez comment devenir un formateur professionnel agréé auprès des moniteurs de ski professionnels d'Europe.
stefania rocchi
Stefania works with Sommet et Neige in Nendaz 4 Vallees, Switzerland where she is very involved in the training and development of ski instructors. She has worked as an educator and examiner for the Irish Association of Snowsport Instructors and was a technical demo team member for Ireland at Interski 2023 in Levi, Finland.
naTALIE OUÉdraogo
Nathalie has been chasing the snow across hemispheres for 37 seasons teaching all disciplines, disabled skiers, as well as training instructors. She is now based in Andermatt, Switzerland, has been a L1 course conductor for the Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance from 2009 to 2019 and is also currently a national trainer for the French Ski Federation, delivering federal instructor courses since 2016. She is also a 4 time attendee at the Interski Congresses. Her motto is simple : 2 teach is 2 touch lives 4 ever and she takes great pride and responsibility in doing so, giving value to every one of her students and the desire to constantly improve.
jonny seale
Jonny started his ski career in Austria and became fully qualified as a Staatlich Geprüfte Skilehrer. Which includes the CTT Euro speed and mountain security tests. He also went on and gained his Ski Führer which allows him to guide ski touring and free riding in Austria and some countries around the world. Jonny has worked as a trainer within the Austrian system for Ski Instructor Academy and the WSSV. He has worked all over Austria teaching every level from beginners to guiding off piste and loves the adventure of skiing.
Jamie Kagan
Jamie is the co-founder of Sommet et Neige which is based in Nendaz 4 Vallees. He has been Head of Education for the Irish Association of Snowsport Instructors, a trainer for the Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance and now also a trainer for the Professional Ski Instructors of Canada. He is a 2 time technical demonstrator at Interski and demo team coach for Ireland.
sophie chen
Sophie is a fully certified instructor, holding her trainers qualification for the NZSIA. She is a member of the current demo team. She is a trainer for the Rookie Academy, Treble Cone during the New Zealand winter. For the Northern hemisphere winter she’ll be in Japan teaching privates and Rookie’s camps.
bea stephenson
Bea started her career in New Zealand in 2013 and is now a fully qualified Ski Instructor from NZSIA. She has since worked as a Trainer and Instructor in Switzerland, Canada, Japan and is currently based in New Zealand working with the Rookie Academy. Bea also has experience guiding in Japan and especially loves to spend her time exploring off piste terrain all over the world. This Northern hemisphere she will be back in Hokkaido with work consisting of private lessons, guided tours, Rookie camps and Instructor training.
joshua-duncan smith
Josh is a fully qualified ski instructor, holding the top certifications from Italy (AMSI), Professional Ski Instructors of Europe (PSIE), Canada (CSIA), Ireland (IASI), and New Zealand (NZSIA). He is also a current Demo Team member and senior examiner for the NZSIA. Josh also holds the Canadian Ski Coaches Federation (CSCF) development level race coach and the CTT Euro speed and mountain security tests. His work throughout the year consists of private lessons where he teaches a wide range of guests of all abilities while also training skiers to attain their maximum potential and certifying them for the Rookie Academy, PSIE, and NZSIA. ​Josh is a global ambassador for Carve Sport Korea, Zip Fit, Fischer, Komperdell, and SHRED optics.
derek tate
Derek has spent a great deal of his ski teaching career training and examining ski instructors delivering courses for Snowsport Scotland, the British Association of Snowsport Instructors, and the Irish Association of Snowsports Instructors. He is also a 5 time attendee at the Interski Congresses and 3 times as Ireland's delegation leader.
annina de biasi
Annina grew up in Cortina d'Ampezzo, in the heart of the Dolomites, where she began skiing at the age of 3. With a strong background in ski racing, Annina competed in FIS events until she turned 20. She is a fully certified Italian ski instructor and trainer for The Rookie Academy. Her career has taken her across the globe, working in renowned ski destinations including Cortina, Australia, Japan, and New Zealand Annina currently splits her time between working as a ski instructor and trainer for Hokkaido Collective in Japan and as an independent ski instructor in the Dolomites in addition to being a trainer for the Rookie Academy. Her passion for the outdoors and love for the mountains drives her dedication to sharing her knowledge and skills with others. Annina is an ambassador for Original +, a ski company based in Austria who makes custom made skis.
LENA-MAY PERAUDO
Lena is an Italian Maestro di Sci, NZSIA examiner, and a member of the New Zealand demo team, with over two decades of experience in the global ski industry. Born and raised in the Italian Alps, Lena has a strong foundation in competitive ski racing and years of coaching experience. This has taken her across the world, sharing her expertise and love for skiing with athletes, instructors and recreational skiers alike. As any good Italian would, she loves drinking Prosecco, eating good food and not taking life (or herself) too seriously.
jay pattinson
From humble beginnings on a dry slope in south west England, Jay has honed his passion for sharing skiing across ten resorts in four continents and counting! Having been employed in training roles since 2012 Jay has lead sessions in Canada, USA, Japan and his home of Cardrona/Treble Cone, New Zealand. As an active examiner for the NZSIA and Rookies Jay is kept busy through the southern winter and in the northern winter Niseko, Japan provides a mix of training, guiding and examining.
nick browett
Nick began his snowsports career in 2014 after completing a Level 1 & 2 gap course. Originally from Auckland, New Zealand, he now calls Wanaka home. Nick spent his first nine seasons working at Cardrona/Treble Cone Ski School, where he quickly advanced through the ranks to become an NZSIA Trainer/Examiner. In 2023, he joined the Rookie Academy to work with friends and industry leaders in skiing and training. During the northern hemisphere seasons, Nick has worked in Niseko, Japan, and Northstar, Lake Tahoe, California. His roles have included instructor, trainer/examiner, guide, and assistant director at one of the largest schools in Niseko. While in Tahoe, he expanded his expertise by completing the PSIA-W full certification and trainer qualifications. Throughout a decade of back-to-back seasons, Nick also earned a degree in Sport and Exercise Science from the University of Auckland.
sam liggins
Sam is a fully qualified ski instructor, holding the top qualification in New Zealand (NZSIA), Professional Ski Instructors of Europe (PSIE) and he is a current member of the NZ tech team. Having qualified as an instructor in New Zealand Sam has worked across North America, japan & NZ and trains a wide range of clients from beginner to advanced, in private and group settings alongside examining for the NZSIA and trainer for the Rookie Academy.
ILZE CIBULSKAITE
Ilze grew up ski racing in Lithuania and all over Europe. After finishing her time in racing, she transitioned into Instructing. Starting in Austria, she has now worked in Japan and New Zealand. And qualified in both the Austrian and NZ systems. Today, she shares her expertise and enthusiasm for the sport with skiers of all levels, combining technical skill with an encouraging, international approach.
Dave BURROWS
Originally from London and spending his formative years in the City, Dave made the switch to life in the mountains and made a new career in skiing. He brings a combination of a love for skiing and a commercial focus to the mountain environment. Dave is the owner of SnowPros Ski School based in the Portes Du Soleil and Villars and holds the Swiss Brevet Fédéral. You may have also heard Dave's voice as the host of The Ski Instructor Podcast, a long running series of long format interviews with the leading lights of the ski instructor world. Dave is passionate about the guest experience and maintaining a high quality of ski instructor comportment when interacting with guests and other mountain professionals.
MAX COLVIN
An independent ski, snowboard and surf coach, Max is a Licensed Professional Trainer who works closely with Snow Pros Ski School to provide PSIE Courses. Splitting his time between the Portes Du Soleil in Switzerland and Cornwall in England, Max has a large variety of sports knowledge, after taking his first instructor course at age sixteen. A freestyle skiing specialist who has spent time in Japan, Australia, New Zealand and most of Europe, his coaching combines his deep understanding of sports with a calm persona. Max also enjoys snowboarding and surfing, owning his own surf school and a hand made surfboard manufacturing business in the UK.
CESare galassinni
Cesare started skiing when he was only two years old, driven by the passion passed on by his father. From an early age he approached the world of freeriding, developing a deep connection with the mountains and honing his technical skills. Cesare is co-owner of a ski school and a training center in Haute-Nendaz, Switzerland. Here, in addition to training new ski instructors, he also teaches First Aid and off-piste safety. With more than four years of experience as a trainer of aspiring ski instructors, Cesare dedicates his time and experience to the professional development of new generations of instructors, passing on to them not only technical skills, but also passion and respect for the mountain environment. Passionate about sports in all its forms, Cesare is also a diving instructor during the summer, an activity that reflects his love of nature and outdoors.
harry mcfadden
Harry is an experienced ski instructor and a Licensed Professional Trainer (LPT) with the Professional Ski Instructors of Europe (PSIE). He holds certifications from the New Zealand Snowsports Instructors Alliance (NZSIA), the Irish Association of Snowsports Instructors (IASI), and is a current ISIA Card holder. He has also completed education with the Ski Association of Japan (SAJ) and the British Association of Snowsports Instructors (BASI). Harry's career has taken him to resorts around the world, including Verbier in Switzerland, Niseko in Japan, Northstar in the USA, and several New Zealand resorts such as Cardrona, Treble Cone, Coronet Peak, and The Remarkables. He has taught skiers of all levels and has been involved in training and certifying instructors. As a senior examiner for the NZSIA, Harry plays a key role in instructor training and certification. He has represented New Zealand at the Interski Congress in Bulgaria (2019) and Finland (2023). He is eager to continue advancing ski instructor development and promoting high standards in snowsports education through his work with PSIE.
ED GEE
Ed Gee began his ski career in Austria, spending 13 seasons working in Obergurgl. He holds the Staatlich Geprüfter Skilehrer qualification, which includes completing the CTT Euro Speed Test and Mountain Security modules. For the past eight years, Ed has been a trainer with Ski Instructor Academy (SIA), where he trains and examines ski instructors from Level 2 to Level 3 standard. Now serving as the Head of Operations at SIA, Ed oversees the academy’s programs and is also responsible for placing SIA candidates in ski schools across Austria, Japan, Canada, and resorts in the southern hemisphere.