Big Sky Community Organization

Madeleine was raised in Tennessee and graduated from Vanderbilt University before discovering Big Sky while taking a summer off from teaching high school and middle school French in Memphis. Like so many other in our community, she fell in love with the mountains and never looked back.

After earning a master’s degree in French and Francophone Studies from Colorado State University, Madeleine returned to Big Sky and spent the next 20 years building a career in hospitality at Big Sky Resort, where she most recently served as General Manager of the Huntley Lodge.

From living abroad in France to serving on the Parks District Board, Madeleine brings a unique blend of global perspective and deep local commitment to BSCO. Outside of work, she finds her greatest joy in soaking up everything Big Sky has to offer — whether its Nordic skiing, gardening, spending time at the lake with her husband and two girls, or exploring the trails with her dogs.

Originally from Bend, Oregon, Liv grew up on the rivers and in the mountains with her family. After graduating from Gonzaga University in 2014, she moved to Big Sky for what she thought would be a seasonal role at The Summit Hotel at Big Sky Resort. However, the endless outdoor opportunities and vibrant mountain culture turned her short-term plans into nearly a decade-long career at the resort. Over her tenure there, Liv rose through the ranks, ultimately serving as the Senior Manager of Brand Experience.

After serving as a member of the BSCO Board of Director for two years, Liv joins the BSCO Leadership Team as the Director of Development + Communications. Outside of work, Liv enjoys spending time in the mountains with her husband (Kirby), twins (Milo + Scarlett) and their pup (Crux).

Originally from Indiana, Eileen moved to Montana in 1998 to attend Montana State University.  After receiving a bachelor’s degree in Health Promotions, she worked for non-profits including Eagle Mount and Young at Heart in Bozeman, MT.  Eileen received her Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from Midwestern University in 2006 and worked as an OT for 16 years specializing in acute care, neuro rehabilitation, and outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation. Eileen has called Big Sky, MT home since 2011 and enjoys exploring the surrounding rivers and mountains with her husband and 2 dogs.

After serving as the CEO of the Big Sky Community Organization for four years, Whitney is shifting his focus to support the 2025 Resort Tax Bond and the organizational leadership transition.  As the CEO of BSCO, Whitney led the organization through significant growth in serving the Big Sky community.   Under his leadership, BASE was opened to the public in March 2022 while completing the needed fundraising for the community and recreation center.  Shortly thereafter, the ALL OUT for Parks and Trails campaign was launched securing nearly $6M for renovating the Community Park. 

Prior to moving to Big Sky from Asheville, NC in March 2021, Whitney served as the Executive Director of the North Carolina Outward Bound School (NCOBS) for the prior 14 years.  During his tenure, he significantly diversified and grew NCOBS to be the largest and most programmatically and financially successful Outward Bound school in the US.  While leading NCOBS he also founded and twice served as the Executive Director of the Outward Bound Services Group, a member driven marketing and sales organization.

Apart from his career, Whitney enjoys recreating in the mountains or on the water.  He is passionate about skiing, cycling, hiking, and paddling and is a fan of live music. He and his wife, Lindsay, have five children living and thriving in different parts of the US.

Misty’s journey began in the scenic landscapes of Washington State, where she grew up exploring its diverse regions. A proud graduate of Washington State University in 2016, Misty embarked on her professional career in Vancouver, WA, diving into the rewarding field of case management.

After dedicating four years to helping others in this role, Misty’s life took a joyful turn when she met her husband, Colson. The two tied the knot in May 2023. Just a little over a month later, Misty and Colson embraced a new adventure, relocating to the breathtaking surroundings of Big Sky, MT, where they now enjoy the serene mountain lifestyle.

Misty joined the Big Sky Community Organization in December 2023 and found herself transitioning through the roles, later accepting a role as the BASE Operations Manager no longer than a year later. She’s extremely grateful and overjoyed to be part of the Big Sky Community Organization.

As BSCO’s Recreation Coordinator, Steven oversees all of the pickup sports and seasonal leagues.  He grew up in Charlottesville, VA and taught 4^th and 5^th grade for ten years in North Carolina and Colorado.  He has been living and working in Big Sky since April of 2023 with his wife (Lexi) and two dogs (Otter and Murphy). In his free time, Steven enjoys being on the trails, playing sports, and helping out in the community.

Born and raised in the mountains of North Carolina, Nathan cultivated a deep sense of affection toward the diverse realm of outdoor recreation and all its endeavors from a young age with the guidance of his wilderness loving parents. With a lifelong passion for environmental and community health, Nathan graduated from Appalachian State University, receiving bachelor’s degree in Sustainable Technology with a focus in bioenergy technologies.

His former career reflects his consistent interests through a manifold of positions he has served throughout his time in university and beyond. With work ranging from sustainability program development to outdoor recreation and safety leadership, Nathan is excited to continue developing new skill sets within BSCO and to connect with the local community.

In his free time, Nathan can be found exploring the beautiful Montana mountains with his pup Hemlock, trying new foods, and reading. He is excited to apply his same curiosity he has toward life by immersing himself in the many winter activities offered in Big Sky Community.