The team at Ken Jones and Snowboard Jones is made up of diehard skiers, snowboarders and all-around adventure-loving, snow sport fanatics. As the lifeblood of our operations, our staff and their passion for the sport are what really make our shop exceptional!
THE JONES FAMILY
KEN JONES SR.
The Original
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KEN "WOODY" JONES JR.
Son
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ALISON JONES
Daughter
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DYLAN JONES HALL
Grandson
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BEN JONES HALL
Grandson
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ALISON JONES
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Owner/President of Ken Jones Ski Mart Started working at Ken Jones when it opened in 1968. |
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DYLAN JONES HALL
Vice President
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When did you start working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
The mid 90's. No joke - pre-cell phone.
What's the best part about working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
Getting to work in the industry I love. And the great skiing of course.
What are your favorite mountains?
Jackson Hole/Cannon Mountain/Squaw Valley?Valle Nevado
What are your favorite brands?
K2/Lange
What's your best tip for beginners?
Ski, ski, ski! The more you go, the better you get. And keep your hands up and stop looking at your skis.
What is your favorite music to listen to on the mountains?
I don't do music on the hill. For some reason, it throws me off.
What can't you go up the chairlift without?
Friends. I hate skiing alone. It's just not the same when there's no one to share the experience with.
Who is your favorite skier?
Seth
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BEN JONES HALL
General Manager
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When did you start working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
I've grown up in the shop! I've been at the shop my entire life and have been working full-time since 2012.
What's the best part about working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
I get to work and sell products for a sport that you love. And I get to work with a lot of other like-minded skiers and snowboarders.
What are your favorite mountains?
Loon Mountain NH, Stowe VT, and Vail CO.
What are your favorite brands?
Patagonia, Armada, Smith
What's your best tip for beginners?
Just keep doing it! And go with friends. Also, a few adult beverages always seem to make it easier!
What is your favorite music to listen to on the mountains?
Reggae. There’s nothing like a little Bob Marley and skiing.
What can't you go up the chairlift without?
I hate to say it, but my cell phone.
Who is your favorite skier?
Bode Miller! #LFOD
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KIM LINDSEY BROWN
Sales & Helmet/ Goggle/ Accessory Buyer
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When did you start working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
1997
What's the best part about working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
Sharing the love of skiing.
What are your favorite mountains?
Sunday River, Crotched Mt, Loon, Le Massif, Whistler, BC
What are your favorite brands?
Head Skis, Sunice, Arc'teryx, Oakley
What's your best tip for beginners?
Take a lesson-Not from a friend or relative.
What is your favorite music to listen to on the mountains?
Anything up beat!
What can't you go up the chairlift without?
Friends & Sea Salt Caramels
Who is your favorite skier?
Julie, Lindsay, Mikaela
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CARLA TITUS
Clothing & Accessory Sales
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When did you start working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
August 2006
What's the best part about working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
I enjoy the camaraderie with my fellow workmates and helping customers find just what they need.
What are your favorite mountains?
Alta, Deer Valley Whistler/Blackcomb, Snowmass. Here in the east: Sunapee, Waterville and Attitash.
What are your favorite brands?
I love Sunice. It's well-made, the colors are always fun yet timeless and it fits so it's easy to sell.
What's your best tip for beginners?
Most people who live here have some form of warm outdoor clothing, so it's more than likely they have something to get them through their first lessons right in their closet. However, I'm happy to sell them the whole kit and caboodle!
What is your favorite music to listen to on the mountains?
Gwar.
What can't you go up the chairlift without?
Friends and/or family! And some granola bars or chocolate.
Who is your favorite skier?
Ullr and Skadi.
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LONNY EMERTON
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Ken Jones Associate since January 1991
Home Mountain: Sunapee
Favorite Mountains: Sugarbush, Okemo, Cannon, Loon
Skis: Fischer Super Race SC, Rossignol S6
Boots: Lange RX120, Fischer X-120
Description: Free skier...I have been skiing since I was 5 years old (when season tickets at Wildcat were $35 a year). I have been selling skis for Ken Jones 19 years. LET IT SNOW!
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DEAN COMPTON
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Ken Jones Associate since November 1998
Home Mountain: Sunapee / Ski in the woods
Favorite Mountains: Go west! Jackson Hole, Snowbird
Skis: Salomon Hord / Czar
Boots: Salomon Ghost / Falcon CS Pro
Description: I have 35 years experience in the ski industry with 30 years of custom boot fitting.
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MATTHEW ALBEE  |
When did you start working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
2016 marks my 8th winter with the Jones family.
What's the best part about working at Ken Jones/Snowboard Jones?
Sharing my passion with my customers and educating them so they can make great gear decisions is my favorite part about working at Ken Jones.
What are your favorite mountains?
Loon is definitely my home in the East but I also favor Jay Peak and Killington. My Western picks would include Mt. Hood, Vail and Copper.
What are your favorite brands?
Volki, Marker, Nordica, Oakley, Arc'Terx and Patagonia.
What's your best tip for beginners?
Plan early, go often!
What is your favorite music to listen to on the mountains?
Reggae before, during and apres ski!
What can't you go up the chairlift without?
Candy.
Who is your favorite skier?
Sen Petit has to be the most fun skier to watch ski.His passion and zeal for this sport is unparalleled. Plus he just lands everything.
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