Discover the surprising truth about how the controversial Jay Peak EB-5 project led to significant reforms in the EB-5 program. You won’t believe how this ski resort’s tumultuous history ultimately paved the way for positive change. Find out how a new chapter is unfolding for Jay Peak and the unexpected impact of COVID-19 on ski resort visitation. Stay tuned to uncover the remarkable turnaround and the strategies for year-round ski resort success.
“Like any other business, it’s how you run it. So, I don’t think it’s tainted, I don’t think the ski industry is tainted. We’ve only been there for two years now since that previous management and situation ended. And so, it was a breath of fresh air I think, to have us come in and work our team. But no, I don’t think there’s permanent damage there. There’s a place for EB-5, particularly in rural America. Definitely ski resorts, a capital-intensive industry. – Doug Anderson
About our Guest
Douglas Anderson has been active in the real estate industry for over 35 years. His business expertise includes master planning and development implementation on larger scale resorts, business parks, and commercial developments across the USA and two provinces in Canada. Projects include large box retailers, hotels, banking, restaurant, medical office, industrial, and multiple high tech or flex business park planning and building.
Mr. Anderson has served in various community foundations and Board of Directors throughout his professional career. In addition, he has traveled extensively worldwide for business and nonprofit work to contribute his expertise in the nonprofit area as well as land and building development areas towards preserving and enhancing the environment. He earned a Bachelor of Science undergraduate degree in Consumer Studies with an emphasis in Architecture at the University of Utah. Subsequently, Mr. Anderson earned his master’s degree in business administration. Furthermore, he attended a three-year OPM program in postgraduate business education at Harvard Business School in Boston.