Jordan Petrovics

I have always enjoyed working in positions that help keep people active, smiling and having fun. With that, one opportunity has stumbled into another that has led me to the Parks and Recreation Sector.

My passion for mountain biking and developing the sport helped fuel my path to the Recreation Sector. Being involved with trail-building activities some 20 years ago led me to be hired as a mountain bike patroller at Sun Peaks Resort. From this, I started to get involved in hosting larger bike events and races. Next, I shifted my focus to sales, marketing and media relations. As my diversity grew with promoting and working in the resort sector, it was easy to transition to the world of municipal recreation.
After working five years for Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, overseeing events, media relations and communications, I sought a change. When the opportunity to step into the position with the Town of Golden, I jumped in, tackled the challenge and didn't look back. Ten years later, I have helped transform how recreation services are delivered in Golden. 
Helping provide a positive impact on the quality of life in my community is a rewarding position. It keeps me motivated to do more and encourages others to get involved. Working with the public to make their favourite sport grow and transforming park spaces to cater to all are very rewarding projects.

As a board member with the BCRPA, the last three years have provided a greater insight into all aspects of the sector and allowed me to share my passion for the sector. I enjoy bringing a perspective that supports the desires of mid-sized and smaller communities to the table.