New Podcasts with Jill Chumbley & Jonathan Ballou

Listen to these two new First Chair podcasts to learn more about how the Educational Leadership Council (ELC) and the PSIA-AASI National Team are supporting members like you as you work to achieve your professional goals.

Why to Pursue Education Certification with Jill Chumbley

Listen to ELC member Jill Chumbley in this new podcast. The ELC serves PSIA-AASI educational directives and acts as the conduit between all discipline task forces and association leadership to drive consistency in all educational initiatives. Jill talks about why it’s good to challenge yourself to pursue additional education so you can remain relevant and gain information to help your students.

First Chair Talks to Jonathan Ballou

Jonathan Ballou is returning to the PSIA Alpine Team for his third straight term after earning a spot during Team Selection at Breckenridge, Colorado in April 2021. Jonathan is one of 37 team members – 8 coaches chosen last season and 29 team members selected during spring 2021, for their range of skills that allow them to serve as inspirational leaders and build enthusiasm for learning and having fun skiing and riding. Hear how Jonathan will help set the standard for snowsports instruction and embody the ski and snowboard experience.