Message from Olympic Authority President & CEO Ashley Walden and Board Chair Joe Martens A recent article by Jim Odato presented a misleading picture of the Olympic Regional Development Authority’s (Olympic Authority) financial health. In reality, thanks to strategic investments from the Governor and Legislature, the Olympic Authority is stronger than ever—both financially and operationally—with… Read more »
This Wednesday, the Village of Lake Placid and more than 300 athletes from 38 nations around the world have something to celebrate. Officials, athletes, coaches, and many others will be joyfully kicking off the beginning of the International Bobsled and Skeleton Federation’s (IBSF) World Championships in Lake Placid. The Opening Ceremonies, held inside the Olympic… Read more »
On a calm winter morning with the sun shining brightly, a cheerful group of officials from the town of Johnsburg, Olympic Authority leaders, and others assembled around the newly installed Hudson Chairlift at the historic North Creek Ski Bowl. Many of them already had their skis on in anticipation of getting in a few good… Read more »
Governor Hochul Makes Announcement Amid Historic Investment. Mike Pratt to Retire After 38 Years of Service Read the full announcement here on Governor Hochul’s website. Governor Kathy Hochul today welcomed Ashley Walden as the next President and CEO of the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority. She succeeds Mike Pratt, who is retiring after over… Read more »