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First impression of Montgomery : Montgomery is a close-knit community , with the benefits of a larger city , but the vibe is much more of a friendly , small town .
Must-have work tool : My paddle ; it ’ s my connection to the water .
Outside of work : I enjoy rocket launches , listening to podcasts and hiking .
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What ’ s one thing you think folks should know about Montgomery Whitewater ( that you think they don ’ t )? This is not a water park ! You won ’ t find a lazy river or colorful slides here . Instead , you ’ ll find 120 acres of open green space with one of the most advanced professional sports venues in the country at its center . This place blends passive enjoyment of the outdoors and serious sportsmanship in a way that offers something to everyone of all ages and interests .
How will the park benefit local businesses ?
For one thing , I think it will make Montgomery more interesting to people that are considering relocating for a job . I think it ’ s also going to help generate more business opportunities as the traffic in and out of the park off of the interstate increases . That should spread into downtown and beyond as people realize they can spend more time in the city when they travel through .
When you ’ re hiring guides , what ’ s the No . 1 quality you are looking for ? Personality is everything for this job . You have to love working with people , be part coach and part cheerleader and have a good technical knowledge all at the same time .
What ’ s your top tip for others who hire people who will work with and / or heavily interact with customers ? Look for their capacity for empathy ; it ’ s essential for working with customers because it comes down to human interaction .
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