The A-Team Blog

I want to thank Sara Kinzie for all her dedication and hard work over the last two years - her help with the set-up and operations during the opening of Parkside and her year at Waters Edge.

Both properties benefited from her hard work and leadership.

Sara will be leaving us at the end of August. We are sad to see her go and we want to wish her well.

We are now looking for a new leader to fill her role. If you have what it takes to lead and operate Water's Edge, please submit a resume to jay.smith@aviawest.com, with the subject line “Operations Leader for Ucluelet”

- Jay M. Smith, Director of Club Operations & Property Standards

Cynthia Petrie is leaving her position with us at Parkside Victoria on July 23rd .

Cynthia was the very first external hire we did for Parkside and she has been witness to a great deal of growth – both at Parkside and within the Guest Services Team – in the two years she has been with us.

In those two years, Cynthia has gone from helping stock cutlery before we opened to leading Guest Services with class and dedication.

The Parkside Victoria Guest Services Team creates a unique experience for guests and staff alike, providing a high level of service with refreshing enthusiasm!

The Team from left to right, starting with the back row: Jeff Vos, Jessica Marshall, Natasha Pearson, Ben Soldinger, Cory Draper and Nathan Bird (Resort Ambassador).

Please join us in welcoming Noah Fry to the Maintenance team at Parkside. He brings with him an outgoing demeanour and positive attitude, and just loves life in general. Welcome Noah!

- Terry Pearson, Maintenance Manager at Parkside

The Social Committee at Parkside has organized a Rooftop Volleyball & Appys night at the Sticky Wicket for Aviawest staff on July 13, 2011 from 4 - 6pm.

Come down after work for drinks, volleyball and hopefully some sunshine!

Light appetizers will be provided.

See you all there!

- Brianne Wilson, Communications & Marketing Associate

We are going to have a BBQ on July 7th over at St. Ann's Academy from 11:30 to 1 pm.

All Aviawest staff are welcome. We will have burgers, hot dogs, salads and drinks. We also plan to have some lawn games going on.

I look forward to seeing everyone there!

- Trina White, Hotel Operations Leader

We're happy to welcome Chris Clarke in the role of Hotel Operations Leader for Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa.

Chris steps in as Trina White departs for her maternity leave and brings experience from hospitality industry roles with companies including Fairmont and Starwood.

Join us for a weekly yoga class set in the tranquil atmosphere of the Rooftop Gardens at Parkside Resort and Spa this summer!

With the sun on your face, the wind in your hair and a smile on your face, local yoga instructors will guide you through an hour-long practice, leaving you feeling rejunventated and relaxed.

There is no pervious yoga experience necessary and the classes are open to everyone. The style of yoga offered will change with instructor, so please check back to see who will be facilitating the class.

Hi Aviawest Team,

On Saturday, June 18th, we launched a new suite of vacation ownership membership levels, with a variety of new benefits at each level.

The membership levels reflect the amount of points purchased, and depending if they become Classic, Silver, Gold or Platinum tier owners, new customers will be eligible for products, services and travel experiences including:

Order your naturally raised beef, just in time for BBQ season!

No growth hormones or antibiotics. Raised on pasture and natural grain.

Orders being taken for 1/4's, or get together and share a 1/4!

Price: $4.50 lb