Team

Al – Co-Founder

After an interesting but ultimately unrewarding 10 years working in banking in London and Geneva, I made the move into full time mountain life and have never looked back. When I am not looking after our 3 energetic and hilarious children, I oversee the commercial and business change side of AliKats. I also helped set up a local environmental charity called Montagne Verte, along with Kat. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn

Kat – Co-Founder

Following an unfulfilling career in media sales in London, I was looking for a new challenge when I met Al and I already had one eye on the mountains. Since 2010, we have been living here in Morzine and I now have a life creating interesting menus, recruiting and managing our wonderful team looking after our 3 gorgeous children. Al and I are also on the board of trustees for local environmental charity Montagne Verte

Sarah – Head of Sales

I’m stoked to have joined the AliKats team as Head of Sales. I’m grateful to be able to call Morzine home; enjoying the crisp mountain air each day – biking in summer and snowboarding each winter!

After hearing about Al & Kat’s work at both AliKats and via the local environmental charity – Montagne Verte, I knew I wanted to become part of this team and help make a difference. I’m excited to be able to join AliKats mission to create joyful mountain experiences for all whilst protecting the health of the planet. Fancy joining us in this incredible landscape?

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Beca – Head of Operations

In 2017 I took a break from the corporate world and disappeared with my bike Brynmor to New Zealand. In 2018 Brynmor and I arrived in Morzine and it was then that the career break became a total lifestyle change… I have lived in the Alps (on and off) since (thanks to those infamous “B” and “C” words). It’s a privilege to live in a place that most people only get a glimpse of on holiday and to share it with our guests.  I’m committed to making sustainable choices and decreasing the impact that holidays have on our planet so it’s a joy to be part of the likeminded Alikats team making a real commitment to protecting our planet and investing in its future.

Hector – dog

Hector is the youngest member of the AliKats team but is very keen to learn. His enthusiasm and energy are contagious and he can often be found urging the team on with encouraging barks. While Hector has never skied or snowboarded before, he is hoping to find his feet on the snow this season. He is also very much looking forward to meeting our wonderful guests.

Nik – Resort Manager (Catered chalets)

After dedicating over 25 years to working in education, a life epiphany refocused my priorities and I changed tack. I’m blessed to now spend winters in the Alps as part of the AliKats Team alongside my husband, Rich. I’ve a passion for tasty seasonal sustainable food and working with people of all ages. My winter sports journey started on a snowboard, deviated to skis, then after a 20-year hiatus I got back on a board! We only get one shot at life on this beautiful planet and I’m endeavouring to make the most of it, I look forward to meeting you this season!

Rich – Operations Assistant

Hi, I’m Rich. Together with my wife, Nik, I’m back for my third winter season and my second one with AliKats. I love being in the mountains; partially as a former geologist, but also because I feel so free when I’m on my skis. And doing it in tune with AliKats’ ethos of reducing our impact on the environment as much as possible makes it even better. I can’t wait to meet you all and help you have an amazing time in this fabulous environment.

Dan – Maintenance manager

Hi, I’m Daniel, born in the sunny midlands in England with my 2 other triplet brothers and training to be an electrical engineer. I’ve always had an unhealthy addiction to sports that can really hurt, I’ve played rugby since I was four, I have been skiing my entire life and have recently qualified to be a scuba diver. I am Really looking forward to trading in the 9 to 5 grind for living and shredding up the French alps all winter long!

Tom – Driver

I’m a civil engineer from rural Lincolnshire, England. At home I play lots of different sports, but I mostly play rugby as a flanker for my local team. I’ve just finished a summer of working and travelling around America. I can’t wait to meet lots of new people and trade a winter of pouring concrete and digging holes in the rain for living and working in the mountains and the opportunity to ski in my free time.

James – Chalet Bizet chef

After 20 years in the hospitality industry, with 10 of those spent running my own event bar and pub companies (mostly pushing a sack barrow through crowds) it’s time for a change. I’ve always had a passion for great food and wine in great locations, this coupled with AliKats ethos for sustainability I am absolutely ecstatic to be joining the team for the winter along with my wife.

Grace – Chalet Bizet host

Hey, I have worked in hospitality for over ten years as an Events and Wellness Manager. I love the dynamic, people-focused nature of Hospitality world, however the weight of corporate UK life and how wasteful the industry can be has grown heavy. I passionately want to work with like-minded, values and purpose led people. My husband and I have also always shared a dream of doing a season in the mountains together, so when we found AliKats we were VERY excited and now cannot wait to make that dream a reality in Chalet Bizet this winter! I also love Yoga and am a qualified teacher, if you see someone trying down dog in her skis it’s probably me (intentionally or potentially mid epic fall!)

Tom – Chalet Debussy chef

I’ve been a head chef in a beautiful pub hotel on the South Downs for a few years and can’t wait to trade the countryside for the mountains. I’ve skied my whole life and have always dreamt of working in a chalet. My wonderful girlfriend Sinead and I are dedicated to providing excellent hospitality and hope to give guests a memorable trip. I’m thrilled to be a part of a AliKats where I can let my enthusiasm and passion shine through alongside an amazing team. If I’m not cooking up a storm or carving up the mountain you’ll probably find me watching the football with a cold beer.

Sinead – Chalet Debussy host

The past 5 years I’ve been honing my craft in all sectors of hospitality and have always pushed to learn new skills. Having never been skiing before what better way to learn than jumping in the deep end and doing a season! I enjoy everything arts and crafts meaning I have a great eye for detail which reflects in my work. I’m passionate about interacting with guests and providing the best experience possible, so I can’t wait to be a part of the AliKats team who share the same values. You’re most likely to see me with a book in hand or helping my boyfriend Tom in the kitchen to keep you well fed.