The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) has appointed Zibi Szlufcik, CEO of Challenge Family, and Jennifer Nimmo, Principal at North Point Advisors, as members of its Board of Directors.
Charles Adamo, Chairman of PTO, commented, “The PTO is fortunate that Zibi has agreed to serve on our Board. He brings a wealth of experience to the organisation, and for decades has been a huge supporter of professional triathletes.”
Rachel Joyce, Co-President of PTO stated, “Zibi was one of the industry’s leaders who encouraged the professionals to unify in the PTO and was there at its first meeting. He will be a valuable asset for the athletes as they progress towards self- determination.”
Szlufcik, based in Germany, has been CEO of Challenge Family GmbH since its founding in 2013 and has led it from a just a handful of races to now over 30 events in more than 20 countries. He commented, “It is an honour to be joining the PTO Board. All our race directors and we at Challenge Family have always been big supporters of hard-working professionals, who achieve almost superhuman results.
“They are an inspiration to us all and it is a joy to celebrate their successes. I believe strongly that working together with the PTO is what will cause our sport to thrive.”
Jennifer Nimmo started at North Point Advisors in 2004 and has been a Principal since 2010. Charles Adamo commented, “It is a pleasure to welcome Jennifer to our Board and have the commitment of North Point Advisors on an ongoing basis. They have been instrumental in structuring our business model and financial planning and it is assuring to know they will continue to be part of our organisation on an ongoing basis.”
