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From Backyard Hobby to 18-Year Business

From Backyard Hobby to 18-Year Business

Update: 2025-09-12
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In this episode of The DTC Insider, Brian Roisentul sits down with Adam Vernon, founder of Colorado Ski Chairs, a business that’s been transforming old skis and snowboards into handcrafted furniture for nearly 20 years.


Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:

  • Adam’s journey from ski racer to founder of Colorado Ski Chairs

  • Turning old skis into furniture and the brand’s early days

  • How the product line evolved over 18+ years

  • Balancing custom projects with scalable products

  • Shifting from B2C focus to more B2B and corporate clients

  • Marketing channels: brick-and-mortar, online, and social media

  • The role of video content and behind-the-scenes storytelling

  • Sustainability as a brand story vs. actual sales driver

  • Building a team of multi-talented employees with no rigid titles

  • Looking ahead: the future of Colorado Ski Chairs and industry adaptation


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From Backyard Hobby to 18-Year Business

From Backyard Hobby to 18-Year Business

Brian Roisentul