Meet The Entire Team
The Skier Family
Aimee M. Skier
Vice President
Aimee is the third generation at AMSkier. Born and raised in camp country, Honesdale, Pennsylvania, Aimee also spent many years at camp. After earning her bachelor’s degree at Syracuse University and her MBA degree to follow, she joined AMSkier and continues the tradition of caring.
Aimee enjoys spending time with her family, going to Philadelphia Eagles games, planning a vacation, visiting summer camps, and riding her Peloton bike.
Henry M. Skier
President
Dedication to children’s camps has been a cherished part of Henry’s life since his years as a camper and counselor. Since then, he has committed most of his professional life to serving camps as president of AMSkier. This dedication, sincerity, and professionalism contributed to his receiving the ACA Tri-State Award in 2009.
Jeffrey M. Skier
Vice President
Jeffrey Skier lives and breathes summer camp and is the 3rd generation of Skier Family leadership. Dedicated to the power of camp, Jeffrey serves on several boards including Project Morry, SCOPE and the American Camp Association New York/New Jersey Affiliate. After earning his degree at Syracuse University, he joined AMSkier and continues the tradition of caring for America’s finest summer camps.
AMSkier Partners
Alan Cooper
General Counsel,
Claims Director
Holding the title of one of the world’s only “Camp Lawyers,” Alan has been practicing law for over 30 years. He left his job in a large Philadelphia law firm to be nearer to his summer camp roots in Northeastern Pennsylvania. He has been an AMSkier Partner since 2000. Alan recently founded our local “Challenger” Little League Baseball team, where he and his four children teach life skills, sportsmanship, and a bit of baseball to special needs children in our area.
Cathi Fischer
LCSW, Clinical Consultant,
Traumatic Loss Specialist,
Safety Workshop Presenter
The focus of Cathi’s work is assisting children and staff in supporting the social/emotional development of children. Cathi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. As a Private Practitioner and consultant she sees children, families and adults of all ages which makes her well aware of the issues that confront our campers and their families. Being a Social Worker in the Public School system in New Jersey also affords her the additional opportunity to keep abreast of what is currently important to children and families today.
Jeff Jubelirer
Public Relations
Jeff Jubelirer is our newest AMSkier Partner. Jeff specializes in public relations and media support. Along with being a former camper and camp counselor, Jeff comes to AMSkier with over twenty years of professional experience and serves as a camp public relations expert to help with media, parents and virtually any kind of communications needed.
Rachel Fendell Satinksy
Employment Attorney,
Safety Workshop Presenter
Rachel Fendell Satinsky is a Camp
Counselor (at law). Life-long camper, counselor and now camp parent, her unique insight and understating proves valuable when representing and providing guidance to camps of all kinds. A Shareholder in the Philadelphia office of Littler Mendelson, Rachel dedicates her practice to employment litigation and counseling, with a focus in the camping industry. Her experience includes hiring and terminations, leaves of absence, accommodations, harassment, internal investigations, policies, training, and wage and hour/pay issues. Rachel is available to all AMSkier camps across the country for employment and staff-related consultation, advice, and guidance.
Isaac Mamaysky
Camp Attorney
Isaac Mamaysky is a Partner at Potomac Law Group PLLC, where he started the Camps and Youth Programs practice to provide a comprehensive suite of legal services to day camps, overnight camps, and retreat centers. Isaac is also the founder and director of a large ACA-accredited overnight camp, which gives him firsthand experience with the same types of challenges faced by his clients. By working at the intersection of camp and law, Isaac brings a unique industry-informed perspective to helping camps with their legal needs. He regularly speaks at ACA conferences and writes the Camp Law Blog.
Laura Blaisdell
Public Health Professional,
Pediatrician
Dr. Blaisdell is an AMSkier Partner and Pediatrician who specializes in public health. For 20 years, she has worked in camp medicine, serving as Medical Director at Camp Winnebago. She currently is Vice President of Maine AAP and a founding member of Maine Families for Vaccines. Dr. Blaisdell researches parental vaccine hesitation with Maine Medical Center. In addition to general pediatric health management in the camp setting, Dr. Blaisdell’s expertise in camp medicine includes immunization, infections and public health policy. Dr. Blaisdell is involved as a medical advisor for American Camp Association.
Christina Walker
Infection Control & Diseases,
SKI-Nurse
Christina Walker, RN., MA., has 40 years of nursing experience, offering her knowledge concerning camper health and safety. Her expertise involves Infection Prevention and Control, which addresses factors related to the spread and prevention of infections, monitoring/investigation of demonstrated or suspected spread of infection, and management within the camp setting.
Robin R. Blum
Dermatologist
Dr. Robin R. Blum is a board-certified dermatologist and Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. She specializes in both medical and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Blum graduated cum laude from Tufts University in Medford, MA, and earned her medical degree with Honors from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA. She completed her dermatology residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York, NY, where she prestigiously served as Chief Resident during her final year. Additionally, Dr. Blum furthered her education and training by completing a two-year fellowship in dermatopharmacology, during which she participated in cutting edge research in psoriasis, eczema, and acne. When not practicing dermatology, Dr. Blum enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, skiing, and cooking.
David Berkman
Safety, Security & Emergency Management
David spent 25 years honing his expertise in leadership development, youth development, risk management, and love of camping, working at the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ). He held senior positions for URJ Camps in Texas and Pennsylvania, as the Associate Director of Camping and Israel Programs, and as the inaugural director of URJ Camp Kalsman in Arlington, WA. David managed the URJ's COVID-19 response and positioned the system's programs for a successful opening for the 2021 season. Additionally, David served as the head of safety and security for major URJ events for nearly twenty years. A former firefighter and EMT, David now focuses his time on helping organizations identify, minimize, and mitigate health, safety, and security risks.
Joel W. Schachter
Professional Engineer
Joel is a Professional Engineer with over fifty years experience doing building evaluations. He lives and works in Northeastern Pennsylvania and in the New York City area. He visits camps in Northeastern Pennsylvania and in the Catskills and Sullivan Counties of New York State and provides helpful analyses and evaluations of camp buildings and facilities. Joel is also available to all AMSkier camps in all states for consultation and advice.
Frank Bayer
Managing Claims Director
Frank Bayer has over 40 years of experience in the adjustment industry as a General Adjuster, Claims Manager, and Senior Level Executive General Adjuster at Fortune 500 insurance companies. AMSkier is very proud of the long-standing relationship for over 30 years with Frank who now works as the AMSkier Partnering Claims Adjuster. Frank is retired from the United States Navy Reserves after a 25-year career. He holds many professional designations in the insurance field and is an invaluable source of knowledge for the AMSkier Claims and Safety department.
Steve Kent
Reinsurance Partner
Since graduating from Lehigh University, Steve has over 20 years of experience in the insurance and reinsurance industries. Steve helps manage our program insurance relationships including the management and supervision of Skier Re. After spending many childhood summers at Day and Resident Camps, Steve has a special place in his heart for summer camps.
Bruce Lipton
SAFETYunderwriters Associate Director
After 36 summers at camp and 27 years as a member of the year-round team in the directorate roles of finance, operations, and administration at Camp Ramah in the Poconos, Bruce is thrilled to start the next chapter of his professional career at AMSkier. Bruce has over two decades of expertise as a Gene Ezersky Certified Camp Safety Director and is a trusted safety mentor. He is eager to begin conducting Safety Visits, Safety Workshops, and provide support as an AMSkier Partner. Bruce looks forward to working with each of you!
Herb Tannenbaum
PhD, Professional Psychologist
Dr. Herb Tannenbaum is a professional psychologist with over 40 years of experience as well as a former camp owner. Herb provides expertise and guidance to camp directors and staff members navigating the challenges of the camp world. Herb is known for his quick wit, wisdom, sense of humor and compassion and understanding.
Christopher Thurber
Clinical Psychologist,
Educator
Dr. Chris Thurber has dedicated his professional life to enhancing the experience of adventurous young people who are spending time away from home. He created Prep4School.com and Prep4Camp.com to teach kids and caregivers how to prevent homesickness, cope with stress, and be their best selves. Organizations on five continents have invited Dr. Thurber to deliver keynotes, contribute articles, and lead workshops for teachers, students, parents, and CEOs. A graduate of Harvard and UCLA, Dr. Thurber has served as a psychologist and instructor at Phillips Exeter Academy since 1999. His most recent book is The Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure.
Dan Wolfson
PsyD, Clinical Psychologist,
Grief Specialist
Dr. Dan Wolfson is a licensed clinical psychologist who feels most at home around a campfire. He is the Mid-Atlantic region Clinical Director of Experience Camps for Grieving Children, a Senior Staff Psychologist at Rennicke & Associates in downtown Manhattan, and a summer camp consultant and staff trainer around topics including grief, staff dynamics, and camper social/emotional functioning. His doctoral research explored the relationship between self-esteem and social connection among adolescents participating in a therapeutic summer camp, and his work has been featured in local and national media outlets including ABC, Today, The Huffington Post, Modern Loss, Fatherly, Vice, and more.
Chris Hudson
DEI Specialist, Social Worker, Safety Workshop Presenter
Chris has been working with young people for 30 years! He has worked in summer camps as a counselor and founded Camp Highlight, a camp for children with LGBTQ parents. As a social worker, he has worked with many different populations. His passion continues to be creating safer spaces at camp for LBGTQ foks and people of color. He practices as a consultant on DEI and other topics targeted on making young people and the programs they frequent more compassionate, receptive, and efficient.
Nick Teich
PhD, LCSW,
Executive Coach for Camp Directors,
Safety Workshop Presenter
Nick Teich is the founder and former director of Harbor Camps for transgender youth. A social worker by training, he now consults with camps on issues of camper and staff mental health as well as transgender and non-binary inclusion, and much more. Nick also runs Fairwinds Family Camp for families of trans youth. He is a member of the ACA-New England Board of Directors and is the author of Transgender 101: A Simple Guide to a Complex Issue. He very much enjoys working with camps and helping them feel confident about the program they deliver.
Fran Mendelowitz
DSW, LCSW,
Safety Workshop Presenter
Fran received her education at Columbia University and is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in work with children, adolescents, young adults and their parents. She maintains a private practice on Long Island and conducts interactive workshops throughout the tri-state area on pertinent psychosocial issues and mental health topics. Fran has been affiliated with camps for over 40 years is a strong believer in the immeasurable value of summer camp. Her four children have continued the tradition as dedicated campers, counselors and administrators at overnight camps.
Jamie Sirkin
LCSW, Camp Consultant,
Safety Workshop Presenter
Jamie Sirkin is a lifelong camp professional who has served the summer camp community for over 25 years. She spent two decades as the Director of Summer Trails Day Camp in Westchester, NY, and was part of the founding team at Southwoods in the Adirondacks. Jamie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a nationally recognized expert in child well-being, safety standards, and camp operations. She serves on the New York State Camp Safety Council, the New York State Camp Directors Association and has held leadership roles with the Rockland Westchester Day Camp Association, and ACA NY/NJ Tri-State. Jamie now leads Consulting Camp, where she supports camps and youth-serving organizations.
Jordan Dale
Safety Workshop Presenter & Moderator
Jordan was a camper, counselor, and supervisor at Surprise Lake Camp and served as Executive Director for 30 summers. He is a lawyer, having passed the bar in Illinois and New York. He has served on the Boards of Directors of the Association of Jewish Sponsored Camps, the American Camp Association's New York Section, the Cold Spring/Garrison Area Chamber of Commerce, and the New York State Camp Directors Association, where he was also President. He chaired New York's Children’s Camp Safety Council for many years. Now retired, Jordan enjoys consulting with camps and mentoring camp professionals, and he is hiking the Appalachian Trail one section at a time.
David Tager
Director Emeritus,
Camp Safety Consultant & Presenter
David has worked with children his entire professional life. He spent 19 years in education, first as a special education teacher. After 10 years in the classroom David was appointed to the position of Director of Special Services in the Bay Shore, New York School District. In 1980 David applied for and was appointed to the position of Elementary School Principal in Valley Stream, New York. Having worked at Kamp Kohut in Oxford Maine, each summer, from 1967-1980, David’s dream was to own and operate a resident summer camp with his wife, Shelley. His dream came true in 1989, when David and Shelley purchased Indian Head Camp, (now Camp IHC) in Equinunk, PA. David is a past president of the Project Morry Board of Directors, and he served for many years on the Board of the New York Section of the American Camp Association. Presently, David is Director Emeritus at Camp IHC.
Sheira Director-Nowack
LCSW, Therapist,
Safety Workshop Presenter
After attending Ohio State University, Sheira received a Master’s in Social Work and Certification in Jewish Communal Services from Yeshiva University. She has a certification from Columbia university in Supervision and a certification from Cornell University for DEI work. She has been in camping for over 28 years, working in Jewish residential camps as well as day camps. Sheira served as the director for a Jewish camp for children who have learning issues and social skill disorders. Sheira most recently was the camp director at Camp Havaya, the Reconstructionist movement residential camp. She is now a therapist specializing in groups in central NJ. She has been married for 20 years to Brian and they adopted a daughter from China in 2004 who is now a college student.
Howie Gulker
Safety Workshop Presenter
Howie Gulker was a high school teacher for 22 years, and from 1968 until 2005 he and his wife were owners and directors of Blue Rill Day Camp. They are the proud parents of two daughters who have blessed them with five grandchildren. All of their grandchildren have been attending camp since the age of three. Howie never attended camp as a child, and was introduced to the wonderful world of camping by his college basketball coach. As a result, his life was changed forever.
Fred Levick
Safety Workshop Presenter
Fred Levick spent 25 years working in health care management and hospital administration in North Carolina, following graduate school at The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, before returning to his first love, Jewish summer camp, in 2000. For 19 years Fred served as CEO of Ramah Darom, in Georgia, and helped grow it into one of the premier Jewish summer camps and year-round retreat centers in the country. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife, Marcia.
Carolyn Samuels
LCSW, Clinical Therapist,
Grief Specialist, Camper Care Support,
Safety Workshop Presenter
Carolyn is an experienced and compassionate Clinical Social Worker, supporting emotional and social well-being, and is licensed in New York and New Jersey, as well as being Certified as a School Social Worker. She has experience in the Courts, and in School-based Youth Services, as well as in the private sector. As a private practitioner and consultant, she sees children, families, and adults of all ages, has conducted trainings on Health and Safety, on Preparing Your Child For Camp, and is often called upon for Guidance Counselors, Camper Care Teams, and training of staff in Mental Health, Emotional, Psychological, and Social Well-Being of an individual or a group (MESH), and is also a trained P-Flash Front line responder. Carolyn is a huge advocate of Camp and has over 25 years of experience at residential camps, working with both, campers and staff alike. Carolyn maintains a private practice, specializing in Grief and Loss, as well as Anxiety and Depression, for both, children and adults.
Michael Melasky
MS Ed, SDA, Retired Public School Administrator, Hate Crime &
Safety Workshop Presenter
Michael Melasky is a retired public school teacher and administrator. A true lover of camps and camping, Michael met his lifelong companion, Caryl, at a sleep away camp, where many years later they took their family to experience the wonders of camping. As a result of a devastating anti-Semitic incident which damaged the psyche of his entire home community and region, Michael has presented workshops on how to effectively confront Hate Speech. A resident of the Hudson Valley in upstate New York, Michael and Caryl are the proud grandparents of two beautiful grandchildren. When not traveling, babysitting, cooking, reading, and serving as an officiant and cemetery chair of his local synagogue, Michael enjoys playing competitive softball, golfing, and spending quality time with his beloved Caryl.
AGENCY STAFF
Sherry Bryer
Personal Assistant to the Skier Family
Sherry is one of the first friendly voices you hear when you call AMSkier. She spent many years in the restaurant business before coming to AMSkier in 2012. She is a graduate of Johnson School of Technology, with a degree in Mechanical Drafting and Design, and Lackawanna College, where she studied accounting for the natural gas industry. A lover of pets, she has eight horses, two dogs, and even more on her family farm in the Beach Lake area.
Suzanne Capurso
Vice President, Director - Business Insurance Partner
Suzanne joined AMSkier in 2005. As Agency Assistant Vice President, she works closely with the Skier Family to build relationships with existing and new clients. She has a vast knowledge of markets and wows our clients with finding the unique coverage they are looking for. She is an insurance industry veteran and first started with an insurance agency in 1988. Though she was born and raised on Long Island, Suzanne now loves living in quaint Hawley, PA with her husband and two daughters. When away from the Skier offices, she spends as much time as possible with her cherished family and friends.
Gretchen Ruddy
Vice President, Director - Business Insurance Partner
Gretchen came to the AMSkier Agency in January 2014 with over 15 years experience in the Insurance Industry. She truly enjoys working with people and strives to build long-lasting relationships with her clients and fellow partners. When not working, Gretchen enjoys spending time with her husband and her 3 boys who are actively involved with local youth basketball and baseball teams.
Tabitha Palkow
Business Account Manager
Tabitha joined AMSkier in 2016. She brings creative, innovative ideas to our agency and is highly motivated. Tabitha has a degree in Accounting, has spent years in management of the Telecom Industry. She loves animals, spending time outside, canoeing, fishing & playing yard games.
Christina Floyd
Business Account Manager
After moving from her hometown in Bergen County, New Jersey, Christina joined AMSkier in 2015. Christina brings many years of experience in the insurance industry and continues to pursue higher insurance designations to elevate her professional skillfulness. Outside of the office, Christina enjoys relaxing in nature, reading and photography. She is most proud of her three sons, four granddaughters and grandson.
Marianne O'Brien
Business Account Manager
Marianne graduated from Staten Island University with a bachelor’s degree in finance. From there, she started her longstanding insurance career in New Jersey, while raising three wonderful kids. After moving to Pennsylvania, she happily joined AMSkier in Spring 2025, bringing over twenty years of experience in commercial insurance account management. Outside of work, Marianne enjoys spending time with her family, swimming, reading, and gardening.
Kevin Burke
Personal Insurance Partner,
Assistant Vice President
After earning a bachelor’s degree from the Pennsylvania State University, Kevin began his career with AMSkier in 1995. Born and raised in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Kevin currently resides in Honesdale, PA with his wife and three children. He is an avid sports and outdoor enthusiast. When he isn’t at AMSkier you can find him kayaking, biking, hiking, or attending his children’s sporting events.
Leslie Cook
Personal Insurance Partner
Leslie has 18 years experience in the personal lines Insurance industry working with many different carriers during that time. She is originally from Gettysburg Pa. But also spent several years growing up in the Catskills, NY. Leslie has a huge passion for all animals and wildlife. Her biggest passion is dogs. Especially German Shepherds. Leslie and her husband spent a lot of time learning about the breed and are able to rescue, train, and raise them, which is extremely rewarding. When Leslie is not working, she enjoys spending time with her wonderful husband of 18 years, 6 German Shepherds, and all the wildlife that comes to visit.
Jennifer Fountain
Personal Insurance Partner
Jen joined the staff of AMSkier in the winter of 2009 shortly after moving to idyllic North Eastern Pennsylvania. Jen lives with her husband of more than 20 years and her three children. Jen cheerfully enjoys being helpful with a bubbly personality that is accompanied with big smiles.
Ella Putman
Personal Insurance Partner
Ella Putman was born and raised in Lake Ariel, PA. Ella spent many years in the hospitality industry before proudly joining AMSkier in 2023. As Ella would say, she is highly motivated and loves working in a fast-paced environment! Outside of the office, Ella enjoys tanning by a pool and kayaking down the river. She also loves reading books and spending time with her beloved dog Timber.
Marilyn Guzman
Personal Insurance Partner
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Marilyn brings eight years of experience in the automotive industry, where she held many diverse roles and responsibilities. She relocated to Pennsylvania in 2017 and joined AMSkier in spring 2025 eager to take great care of our clients and friends. In her free time, Marilyn enjoys spending time at the beach with her children, Angelo and Valentina.
Camp Staff
Karen Gilmann
Claims Manager,
Certified Safety Director, Camp ALERT Network Coordinator
As Claims Manager, Karen excels at providing caring partnership to AMSkier camps across the country. Prior to joining AMSkier in 2011, Karen worked in communication management at insurance companies throughout the New York and New Jersey area. Karen enjoys skiing, boating and travel.
MaryHelen Teeter
Senior Account Manager, Vice President
Part of the AMSkier Family since 1990, MaryHelen grew up in Hawley and graduated from University of Pittsburgh. After spending several years working in New York City, she found her way back to Hawley and AMSkier, where she works closely with Henry, Jeffrey and Aimee, taking care of America’s Finest Camps.
Peggy Olson, CIC, CISR
Program Underwriting Manager
Peggy is a lifelong resident of the Hawley area and has been a part of AMSkier for over 40 years, working in various areas of the business. It was in 1995 that Peggy was recruited in the Camp Department and has worked there ever since. Peggy has earned her designation as Certified Insurance Counselor, and Certified Insurance Service Representative.
Johanna Bush
Vice President, Personal Assistant to the Skier Family, Service Director
Friendly, helpful and resourceful, Johanna wears many hats with over 30 years at AMSkier. You can meet Johanna at ACA Conferences, during camp visits or at many of the community and professional functions associated with AMSkier. Johanna enjoys working closely with colleagues and helping wherever she’s needed. Outside of the office, she loves spending time with her 3 Grandsons and 5 Great Grandchildren!
Niki Bolduc
Service Director
With over fifteen years of insurance experience, Niki Bolduc joined the AMSkier Family in 2018. Niki is a lifelong resident of Northeastern Pennsylvania and has an 18 year old son and 22 year old daughter. Outside the office, Niki enjoys caring for her family, cooking, painting & antiquing as well as volunteering and fundraising for worthy causes.
Anna Dresch
Service Director,
Marketing Coordinator
Growing up on Lake Wallenpaupack, Anna has always loved boating, hiking, enjoying the sunshine and just about anything outdoors. Although never a camper herself, Anna feels passionately all kids should have the opportunity to grow through summer camp and develop the skills necessary to thrive. Anna is always eager to be helpful to our camp clients & friends!
CJ Shultz
Service Director
CJ will be working with AMSkier Camps to take great care of our Camp Directors and Friends on a day to day basis. When CJ isn’t working, you can find him in the kitchen whipping up something with a lot of flavor and hanging out anywhere where there is sun and a body of water! He enjoys being involved in community projects, spending time with friends and family, and traveling (He’s been to 46 of the 50 states so far).
Emily Rice
Service Director
Emily has lived in Northeastern Pennsylvania her entire life and is deeply connected to the local community. A graduate of Wallenpaupack, Emily volunteers with the Downtown Hawley Partnership and is passionate about supporting local events. She can be found enjoying time with her dog, Frankie, at the dog park or exploring her creative side through music, painting, and crafting. Emily is excited to bring her enthusiasm and dedication to helping camps thrive!
Dianne Hoffman
Senior Account Manager
A native of Philadelphia, Dianne moved to Hawley in 1990 where she lives with her husband and three children. After 26 years in the legal profession, Dianne joined AMSkier in 2011, obtained her insurance license and is now dedicated to ensuring the safety of children’s camps across the country as an Account Manager. Dianne enjoys spending time with family and friends and volunteering for local activities and fundraisers.
Susan McGinnis
Account Manager
Sue is no stranger to AMSkier having worked here for more than 40 years now. She is a licensed Insurance Agent and holds her Certified Insurance Service Representative designation. In the past, Sue has worked in Personal and Commercial Lines. She has been in the Camp Department for over 25 years. In her spare time Sue enjoys photography, especially taking pictures of sunrises and sunsets.
Fili Schariest, CISR
Account Manager
Prior to joining AMSkier in 1983, Fili worked at Deutsch Lloyd Insurance in Frankfurt, Germany. After years of experience in Commercial and Personal Lines she enjoys working in Camps Department. In her spare time, Fili volunteers for the Downtown Hawley Partnership, likes to garden and participates in the local arts & crafts activities.
Johanna K-Bruzgo
Account Manager
Johanna joined AMSkier in fall 2023, bringing 7 years of insurance sales and underwriting experience and an MBA from Wilkes University. Originally from Reading, PA, she moved to NEPA in 2016. Beyond work, Johanna loves hiking with her dog, reading, being creative, and spending quality time family and friends.
Angela Bossick
Account Manager
After receiving a master’s degree in Accounting from Keystone College, shortly after Angela joined AMSkier in 2022. Angela was born and raised in northeastern Pennsylvania and enjoys the country life. Her main hobbies are being out on a boat, spending time in the woods, and spending time with her family.
Colleen Weis
Account Manager
Colleen recently started at AM Skier after working 25 years in the pharmaceutical industry. She was happy to join the team as a Camp Account Manager since she lives nestled within a mile of five different summer camps. She says living in a camp town is special. It’s a place where you can wake up to roar of squads of cheerleaders cheering and fall asleep to DJs, dance parties, and college kids practicing in mid-night marching bands. At AM Skier, she is proud to be part of a team dedicated to making sure camps, like the ones in her hometown, are fully insured so the sounds of distant laughter and summer fun never end.
Pavel Mozga
Information and Technology Director
Pavel joined the AMSkier Team in 2002. As Information and Technology Director Pavel contributes his significant skills with technology and computers to the smooth functioning of AMSkier. During college, he spent five summers working at Camp Scatico. After earning his bachelor’s and master’s degree in Management and Economics, Pavel and his wife Maggie interned together at camp. Pavel was an accomplished soccer player in the Czech Republic, and still enjoys playing in his free time.
Zack Bruzgo
SKI-Eye Drone Pilot
Zack Bruzgo, hailing from Cape Elizabeth, Maine, joined AMSkier as the SKI-EYE Drone Pilot in the summer of 2024. With years of experience in digital media, Zack has honed his skills in marketing, video production, video editing, photography, and drone operation. He obtained his Part 107 Commercial Drone License in 2018, leveraging his expertise to capture stunning landscapes and create compelling marketing materials. Now, he applies his drone piloting proficiency within the insurance industry. A 2017 graduate of Marywood University, Zack enjoys skiing, Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing, drone photography, and spending time with his wife and their pets.
ACCOUNTING
Joseph Faubel, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Joe joined AMSkier in 1992 and today is the Chief Financial Officer. He also serves as Director and Assistant Secretary of AMSkier Reinsurance Company. Joe graduated from University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School and was licensed shortly thereafter as a Certified Public Accountant in Pennsylvania. Joe presently resides in Hawley, PA, with his wife in the same home in which they raised their three sons.
Penny Spory
Accounting Supervisor
Proud to be a part of the AMSkier Family, Penny began her career with AMSkier in 2000. She graduated from Shippensburg University with a BSBA. Having lived in Virginia, New York, and Pennsylvania, Penny currently calls North Carolina her home, with her husband and English Bulldog, Sunshine. In her spare time Penny enjoys attending sporting events.
Laurie Granville
Senior Accounting Service Director
Laurie grew up in Hawley and came to AMSkier in 1980, after spending several years working at a local resort. She began her career in our Claims Department and has been our Senior Accounting Service Director for many years, working directly with our Camps. Laurie is a licensed Insurance Agent and holds the CISR designation. She enjoys spending her time with her family, including her daughter, her son and his wife.
Magdalena Mozga
Billing Coordinator
Magdalena (“Maggie”) expresses her creative side in everything she does at AMSkier. She has always been attached to summer camps, spending many years at them as a child. During college, she worked at Camp Scatico, where she met her husband Pavel. Both are now at AMSkier and their two children are campers. Maggie has a master’s degree in Economics and completed an internship at European Integration Committee in Warsaw, Poland. In her spare time Maggie enjoys running and hiking.
Logan Curnal
Accounting Controller
A native of Hawley PA, Logan proudly returned to his hometown in 2022 and joined AMSkier as Accounting Controller shortly thereafter. Logan graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2019, with a degree in Accounting and Business Information Systems, paired with a minor in Public Service. When he isn’t immersed in Excel spreadsheets, you can find Logan exploring nature, throwing the frisbee for his dog, Birdie, or out on the golf course trying to make a birdie.
Marissa Vennie
Staff Accountant
After graduating from the University of Delaware in 2011, Marissa began a career as a high school math teacher. With over ten years of teaching experience, she joined the AMSkier family to pursue a career in accounting and use her love for numbers in a different environment. Marissa values the opportunity to live and work in her hometown. In her spare time, Marissa enjoys boating on Lake Wallenpaupack, golfing, skiing, and spending time with her family.
