Sky Tavern Names Chris Brown CEO/Executive Director

  • Saturday, 6th December, 2025
  • 06:21am
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Chris "Toph" Brown

Named CEO/Executive Director

 

 

"Sky Tavern is the most affordable, dedicated, and community-powered program in this region."- Chris Brown

 

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Sky Tavern announces Chris “Toph” Brown as its CEO/Executive Director, reinforcing a renewed commitment to access, affordability, and community-led recreation.

 

“When I first came to Sky Tavern nearly two years ago, what sold me wasn’t the mountain— it was the people, the families showing up, the volunteers teaching lessons, and the shared belief that every kid should have access to winter recreation,” Brown said.

 

Brown, who has served in leadership roles at western mountain resorts, said his commitment to Sky Tavern stems from the culture that makes it unlike any other ski program in the country. “My goal is not to change what makes Sky Tavern special, but to lean into what’s already been built.”

 

“Toph has already proven his ability to lead with clarity, discipline, and a deep commitment to our mission,” said Board Chairman Yale Spina. “Elevating Toph to CEO and Executive Director reflects both his performance and the trust he has earned across the organization. His understanding of the complexity of operating a mountain alongside one of the region’s longest-standing nonprofits makes him the right leader at the right moment for Sky Tavern’s future.”

 

“Sky Tavern is the most affordable, dedicated, and community-powered program in this region," said Brown. "If you want to help, spread the word, donate, or bring someone new. That support is how we make dreams become reality."

 

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It's NOT a Dream.

It Just Needs You.

For more than 70 years, Sky Tavern has offered thousands of youth the chance to learn to ski, ride, and develop outdoor skills at a fraction of the true cost. The actual cost for a winter program participant exceeds $1,000 per season, yet families pay only a small portion, and some pay nothing at all.

 

Every child at Sky Tavern receives some level of scholarship, made possible entirely through donor support, community involvement, and volunteerism.

 

Donate today, and ensure skiing and snowboarding remain accessible in a time of escalating participation costs nationwide. Make an impact that lasts a lifetime. Every donation makes a difference.

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Outdoor Recreation for All

21130 Mount Rose Hwy

Reno, NV 89511

(775) 323-5125

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