Alumni Spotlight: Connor Davis

Connor attended Okemo Mountain School from 2005-2008 as an alpine athlete. While he didn’t graduate from OMS, he did spend his middle school years with us, as well as grew up participating in the Okemo Competition Center program.

Connor attended the University of Denver as a Journalism Major with a Communications Minor. While he enjoyed college, a big draw to Colorado was due to being able to ski. In fact, Connor stacked his classes, so that he was able to ski 5 days a week!

After college, Connor became an editor at FREESKIER magazine, which allowed him to travel the globe and write about the ins and outs of skiing. He also spent time back in Ludlow as a realtor working for his family’s business, Mary Davis Real Estate. Today, Connor is a Copywriter at Garrand Moehlenkamp, an ad agency in Portland, Maine. He also does a lot of freelance writing for publications like Outside Magazine, SKI Magazine, Warren Miller Entertainment, and many others. Be on the lookout for one of Connor’s great pieces!

How did OMS prepare you for the real world?

“Juggling a busy schedule and finding time to do the things you love is a unique skillset. I learned that very early on thanks to OMS.”

What is your fondest memory of OMS?

“Just being an absolute goofball with my friends. OMS encouraged the most fun environment ever and I’ll always be thankful for that. I could really be myself and that helped me gain the confidence to carve my own path in life.”

What is your biggest piece of advice for current or future OMS student-athletes?

“Enjoy every moment. It’s a privilege to ski and ride every day, even if it’s -30 degrees out or 60 degrees and raining.”