Eaglecrest Ski Area extends sincere thanks to General Manager Craig Cimmons, who has resigned this past month. We are grateful for his service, leadership, and dedication to Eaglecrest during a meaningful period of transition for our organization.
During his time at Eaglecrest, Craig helped provide steady leadership while the ski area navigated change and growth. He prioritized a people-first approach, working to build a culture where staff felt supported, heard, and valued. His commitment to our team helped strengthen morale and reinforce Eaglecrest as a workplace focused on respect and collaboration.
Craig also played an important role in reconnecting and strengthening Eaglecrest’s relationships with City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) departments. He was a strong advocate for staff, helping move Eaglecrest employees onto the CBJ pay scale, a significant step forward for equity, retention, and recruitment.
Transparency and honesty were hallmarks of Craig’s leadership style. He worked to rebuild trust across the organization and within the broader community, keeping open communication and accountability at the forefront. Safety, professionalism, and care for both staff and guests remained central to his decisions and priorities.
Additionally, Craig helped secure one of the largest budgets in recent Eaglecrest history, allowing for increased focus on safety, deferred maintenance, and employee retention, investments that will benefit the ski area into the future.
“The Eaglecrest Board wants to thank Mr. Cimmons for his time as Eaglecrest general manager. As GM, Craig showed an unwavering dedication to Eaglecrest’s employees and an uncompromising focus on safety and sustainability,” shared Eaglecrest Board Chair, Brandon Cullum. “Craig successfully worked to align the Eaglecrest pay plan with the CBJ pay plan, set higher standards for safe operation, and prioritized access for young and developing skiers as the mountain struggled through uncooperative weather and mechanical challenges. The board wishes Craig the best moving forward and appreciates his willingness to support acting general manager Erin Lupro during this transition.”
We thank Craig for his contributions to Eaglecrest and the positive impact he made on our staff, operations, and community relationships. We wish him all the best in his next chapter and future endeavors.
