Vail Valley Native Christa Ghent Accepts The Position of Development Director With The Cycle Effect.

Christa Ghent, An Alumnus of Ski And Snowboard Club Vail And The University of Colorado Returns To Give Back To The Valley That Helped Her Grow.

On March 9th, Christa Ghent joined The Cycle Effect as the Development Director. Her expertise in the cycling industry and knowledge gained from her previous role as the Marketing Coordinator at Quick Left, a custom software development company based in Boulder, brings a new level of structure and commitment to the company. The Cycle Effect is a 501(c)3 public charity with a mission to empower young women through mountain biking to achieve brighter futures and build stronger communities. The charity experienced a large amount of growth in 2014, with 300% expansion, and the beginning of a new program in Summit County. As the nonprofit continues to grow, Christa will help bring structure and policies into place. She will work alongside Brett Donelson, Executive Director and Founder, and the active Board of Directors. Christa will be working in the Vail Valley, as well as Boulder, CO.“I have had the privilege of knowing Christa throughout her past ski racing and now her cycling career.” explained Executive Director and Founder Brett Donelson. “Her incredible work ethic, passion and success in both of those areas make her a natural choice to work with The Cycle Effect. Growing up in the valley has made her see our mission first-hand and her larger cycling network will help our growing organization move in new and exciting directions.  We are excited to welcome her back to the Vail Valley.”With goals of growing to even more locations in the next few years, Christa’s expertise will give direction and stability. Said Christa Ghent:  “This organization really hits home for me because cycling changed my life. After multiple knee surgeries from a ski racing career, I made the switch to cycling about four years ago. That switch changed my life. I joined a collegiate team with a focus on development, and that lead to multiple national championships. It also led to my first internship and proceeding job at a cycling friendly company. Since leaving the valley, I have had the perspective to see how valuable this program is in our community. I look forward to showing other young girls how cycling and hard work can change their lives.”  About The Cycle Effect:A 501(c)3 public charity whose mission is to enhance the lives of young women through mountain biking and to empower them through mentoring and education. Serving the Eagle and Summit Counties.