Two directors hired at Brundage Mountain Resort in McCall

Brundage Mountain Resort in McCall recently brought on two new directors to reach the goals of its 10-year improvement plan.

Brandon Hammer was hired as director of projects and will take a lead role in executing the resort’s improvement plans, which include new base area facilities, ski-in/ski-out lodging, employee housing initiatives and other projects.

In a release issued by the resort, Hammer was described as having a “passion for outdoor recreation and has been skiing at Brundage Mountain for more than 30 years. He married his wife at the summit of Brundage and had his twins on skis before their second birthday.”

Hammer is a University of Idaho graduate and has worked in the construction industry for more than 15 years with a focus on commercial construction project management in the Treasure Valley.

“Brundage has always been close to my heart,” he said. “I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the team at such a pivotal time in [the resort’s] evolution. I’m looking forward to using my background in project management, design development and construction to help Brundage reach its full potential.”

Nick Toland was hired as the director of base area operations, a newly created role. He as more than 10 years of property management and ski resort experience.

He will be tasked with management and oversight of all building maintenance, janitorial, resort security, transportation, parking and groundskeeping operations for the resort, the Activity Barn Snow Tubing facility, the Creekside RV Park and Campground and the Meadows Haus employee housing facility.

Toland is an avid skier and has lived with his wife in McCall and two dogs for the past three years.

“My past professional experiences have taught me that it takes a lot of perseverance, creativity and flexibility to be an effective leader in an organization undergoing a lot of change and growth,” he said in a statement. “The key to success in this kind of environment is teamwork and collaboration.”