Cope

Chris Copley arrived at Burton in the 1980s, performing a variety of jobs, before settling in the marketing department. When the halfpipe became an official US Open event, Copley’s hidden talent rose to the surface when he assumed the role of MC/announcer. His knowledge of the riders and their moves coupled with his wit and humor was an instant hit. As the event grew in size, his duties also expanded as crowd control and dealing with unruly spectators became part of his skill set.
Find out more in the book Snowboarding in Southern Vermont available at www.snowboardinginsouthernvermont.com​

Photo credits: Neil Korn and Burton Corporation