Brian Forte
Big Sky
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outreach Ambassador
PSIA–Northern Rocky Mountain Division
12.2024 - Current
- Deliver in-house clinics at under-resourced ski areas across the Northern Rockies
- Provide staff development opportunities through targeted training and scholarship support
- Expand regional access to high-quality professional development opportunities
Education Staff Clinician
PSIA–Northern Rocky Mountain Division
12.2023 - Current
- Lead certification exams and training events across the region, preparing instructors for PSIA Level 1 assessments
- Mentor instructors in both technical skills and teaching methodology
- Promote professional development within the ski industry through hands-on education
Trainer / Guide / Ski Instructor
Big Sky Resort
12.2013 - Current
- Introduce and inspire guests of all ages to skiing while tailoring lessons to individual goals and motivations
- Guide advanced skiers safely through expert terrain, assessing technical and mental readiness for high-consequence runs
- Exercise leadership in risk management and guest decision-making, prioritizing safety while maintaining a positive experience
- Mentor and train fellow instructors, focusing on skill development, client retention, and long-term career growth
- Provide ongoing on-snow clinics, fostering a culture of professional excellence
Skills
- Advanced alpine, freestyle, and snowboard instruction
- Risk management & guest safety in expert terrain
- Professional staff training & mentorship
- Client-focused teaching & relationship building
- Leadership & decision-making under pressure
- Effective communication across all ages & skill levels
Certification
- PSIA Alpine Level 3 — 2020
- PSIA Child Specialist 2 — 2017
- PSIA Freestyle Specialist 2 — 2018
- AASI Snowboard Level 1 — 2015
- PSIA Examiner 1 — 2024
Timeline
Outreach Ambassador
PSIA–Northern Rocky Mountain Division
12.2024 - Current
Education Staff Clinician
PSIA–Northern Rocky Mountain Division
12.2023 - Current
Trainer / Guide / Ski Instructor
Big Sky Resort
12.2013 - Current
Training
- AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Training — 2020
- AIARE Rescue Fundamentals — 2020
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR) — 2020 (expired)
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