Mikaela Shiffrin and Stifel CEO Ron Kruszewski Talk Skiing, Business, and Success on What’s the Point
Mikaela Shiffrin and Stifel CEO Ron Kruszewski discuss skiing, business, investing, leadership, and the pursuit of success in the Season 1 finale.
Mikaela Shiffrin and Stifel CEO Ron Kruszewski discuss skiing, business, investing, leadership, and the pursuit of success in the Season 1 finale.
Lindsey Vonn and Ryan Cochran-Siegle headlined the 2026 Stifel Awards, earning Athlete of the Year honors for the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team. U.S. Ski & Snowboard and Stifel recognized athletes, coaches and rising stars across the organization following the 2025-26 season.
Mt Mansfield Graduate Maximilien Hoder joins the Stifel U.S. Ski Team after winning Junior World Championship slalom bronze and earning a World Cup start position through the NorAm Cup.
Annika Johansson developed almost entirely in Europe after moving overseas at 14, pursuing one of the most unconventional pathways of any American skier before earning her place on the Stifel U.S. Ski Team.
Raised skiing the steep terrain of Crested Butte and inspired by Olympian mother Wendy Fischer, Aksel Lindenmeyr earned a Stifel U.S. Ski Team nomination after a breakthrough season that included strong NorAm results and a World Junior Championships medal.
After a breakout World Cup season, Swiss speed talent Alessio Miggiano is pushing toward the 2027 home World Championships in Crans-Montana.
Christof Innerhofer will race on HEAD equipment next season after ending a long partnership with Rossignol. The Italian veteran, Olympic medalist and former world champion still believes he can compete near the front of the World Cup speed field at age 41.
HEAD is reshaping how ski products are developed by putting women’s voices at the center of the conversation. At a recent women-focused summit at Big White, B.C., the brand brought together influential figures from across the North American ski industry to test prototype skis, discuss representation, and provide candid feedback on everything from product design to marketing language. The event highlighted the importance of inclusion, authentic storytelling, and community in shaping the future of skiing.
Major race brands including HEAD, Stöckli, Nordica, and Atomic are expanding 2026–27 ski testing opportunities this summer at Mt. Hood and Ski Club Vail, giving junior racers access to next season’s latest race equipment before winter begins.
Sasha Rearick steps into the Borgen Family Alpine Director role with a broad challenge: strengthen the Stifel U.S. Ski Team, improve athlete pathways and connect American alpine skiing from grassroots development to the World Cup.
U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced Phil McNichol as the new Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team men’s head coach, bringing decades of World Cup leadership experience back to the American program
Stöckli returns to Mt. Hood this summer with its Junior Racing Test Center, giving young athletes access to World Cup-level race equipment and hands-on support from the Stöckli race team from June 14–28.
The North Face will become the new official performance apparel partner of the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and U.S. Ski & Snowboard in an eight-year agreement running through the 2034 Winter Olympics.
Two-time world champion Henrik Kristoffersen signs with HEAD World Cup Rebels, bringing 34 World Cup wins and Olympic success to the team.
A clear breakdown of U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s 2026–27 Stifel alpine team criteria, including A, B, C Team standards and NCAA pathway.
Lindsey Vonn’s recovery continues after her Olympic crash, but a recent public appearance shows the reality behind her optimistic timeline.
Mikaela Shiffrin reflects on her 2026 season, from Olympic gold to the overall title, and explains how curiosity, adaptation and team connection keep her at the top.
Stöckli has been named the Official Ski Partner of the 2027 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Crans-Montana, reinforcing its commitment to World Cup performance and youth ski racing development in Switzerland.
Departing Stöckli race director Marc Gisin reflects on three years working closely with Marco Odermatt and what sets the Swiss star apart.
Lindsey Vonn says a return to the 2030 Olympics remains possible—but only if she can compete at the highest level after her recovery.
Marco Odermatt reflects on pressure, missed goals, and what’s next after another dominant World Cup season.
Swiss speed star Alexis Monney signs a four-year extension with Stöckli, keeping the rising downhill contender with the brand through 2030.
Mikaela Shiffrin is expanding her impact beyond competition, launching a $1 million initiative with Share Winter Foundation and industry partners to increase youth access to skiing and snowboarding. The “GOAT Gives Back” event at Copper Mountain aims to inspire the next generation while addressing one of the sport’s biggest barriers—access.
HEAD USA has announced its 2026 Spring Race Testing Program, giving athletes and coaches access to next season’s race skis at Mt. Hood and key testing centers across the U.S.