Season 2 Episode 7: A future in focus (with Joey Gibbons)

In this episode of the Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton and Cole Stefiuk are joined by Joey Gibbons, CEO of Gibbons Whistler. Joey is a passionate Whisterite, entrepreneur and avid skier who cares immensely for our town.  

They begin by discussing the BC Restart Plan, and the challenges Gibbons has encountered trying to operate a business that centres around bringing people together during COVID-19.  Joey takes the listener through the history of Gibbons beginning with when the first buildings were constructed, and how he discovered his passion for hosting parties. He reflects on the energy that is created by his people and the environment in his businesses, and reveals some memorable experiences when celebrities have appeared on his patio. He expresses his excitement for the core culture of Whistler, and divulges his secret to having happy employees. The conversation moves to the vision of local ownership of Whistler businesses including Whistler Blackcomb.  Lastly, Joey discusses his experience with the reality TV Show Apres Ski which featured Joey and Gibbons Whistler.