ABOUT

Suzanne Schlicht, a 30-year Steamboat Springs resident, joined Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club in 2018, bringing with her deep-rooted experience in publishing, sales, marketing, and C-suite level leadership of media companies. She is a licensed real estate broker with Ski Realty. Schlicht has extensive civic leadership experience within the Steamboat Springs community including her current position as a director at Yampa Valley Bank. Past positions found Suzanne as president of the Steamboat Springs Chamber, the Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs and Routt County United Way. Suzanne has a true passion for welcoming visitors or newcomers to the community and for preserving Steamboat Springs’ genuine Western hospitality that inspired her to raise her family here in the valley. She enjoys horseback riding, trail running, snowshoeing and skiing Steamboat’s famous Champagne Powder.

Steamboat Springs native, Cody Kurowski, is the President of Alpine Master Builders, a custom design + build company, owned in conjunction with developer-partner, Corporex Companies, a privately held investment firm that has been involved with development in Steamboat Springs for over twenty years.

Kurowski’s deep-rooted passion for building and design led to his earning a Civil Engineering degree from Colorado School of Mines. Post graduation, Kurowski served as Senior Mine Engineer and General Foreman, leading operations in underground mines worldwide. After a decade of working in the mining industry, Kurowski decided to return to his roots in Steamboat Springs to continue his professional career in design and construction, developing his own contracting business, then joining Alpine Master Builders as Field Operations Manager, working his way up to President and part owner of the company in 2023.

“I am ecstatic to build upon an organization that emphasizes quality, service and efficiency,” said Cody Kurowski, President, Alpine Master Builders. “We have the tools, we have the successful proven business model, and most importantly we have the people. The future of Alpine Master Builders is strong, and we are committed to being the premier builder in the Yampa valley.”

Since Alpine Master Builders’ inception in 2020, the company has completed 9 luxury homes ranging from 4,000-8,000 square-feet, with six new custom luxury residences currently under construction at Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club, targeting 2024 and early 2025 completions.

Alpine Master Builders’ design + build services include comprehensive development, project management, architectural design and oversight, engineering, and construction management functions, as well as working hand in hand with independent architects and contractors on behalf of clients.

When Cody is not building custom luxury residences, you will find him in the backcountry, on a lake, or spending time with his wife and daughters.

Madisen or “Madi” Quick grew up in Des Moines, Iowa and was lucky to be surrounded by hardworking family members, running their own businesses. She quickly gained understanding of the concept, “see a need, fill a need,” from those driven family members, as she started working at age 13 to help support her family aspirations. Little did she know that phrase would stick with her throughout her career and life. Throughout her time growing up in the Midwest, she graduated from Iowa State University in 2017 and moved to Colorado to explore the adventures of the mountains. Before starting at AMRC, she lived and worked in Denver as an Executive Assistant and Property Manager for 5 years, diving into a real estate centered background. When Madi is outside of the sales office, you will find her biking in the summer and on her skis in the winter. 

Pete moved to Colorado after attending the University of Richmond and has spent the past 14 years all over the state. He has joined the Alpine Master Builders team from a millworks and carpentry background and draws experience from a diverse career as a backcountry ski guide, large-scale event tour manager, graphic designer and brand manager.

When Pete is not tracking down unique materials for a new build on the ranch, you can find him working on his own house, skiing, camping, playing golf or on a surf trip somewhere warm.

Born and raised on the east coast outside of Baltimore, Maryland, Hank was lured out west by skiing and wide open skies. After attending the University of Colorado studying Mathematics, Hank served 8 years in the Army as an Engineering Officer in the Reserves, and then began a career in construction. After working in the multifamily and commercial industry in Denver, Hank transitioned into a role as a Superintendent at Alpine Master Builders, inspired by his passion for design and fostering better building practices. Hank can be found skiing through the trees at Steamboat Resort in the winter and running trails throughout Routt County in summer months.

Tyler was born and raised in Iowa, then moved to Colorado after high school and attended Metropolitan State University of Denver, graduating with a degree in Industrial Engineering. Tyler met his now wife in Denver and after school, spent a few years traveling and living in different areas which sparked his career in construction. Tyler has flipped houses, became a licensed home inspector, had his own construction company, and worked as a project manager for a development company in Louisiana ranging from custom homes to ground-up development projects. Tyler enjoys spending time with his wife and son, skiing, dirt biking, hunting, and being outside.

Kurt’s decades-long career has been shaped by his dedication to craftsmanship, with a particular focus on finish carpentry. During his early years restoring the Nantucket captains’ homes and Saint Michael’s Cathedral, he developed a deep respect for the finer details of woodworking and heritage preservation. His experiences culminate in a blend of time-honored techniques and modern building practices resulting in projects that balance timeless elegance with modern functionality. As a superintendent at Alpine Master Builders, Kurt not only brings his expertise in custom cabinetry and finish carpentry but also oversees the execution of projects from start to finish, ensuring every aspect of a build meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and craftsmanship. Outside of work, Kurt’s adventurous spirit thrives in the outdoors—he’s a passionate long-distance hiker who has completed both the Pacific Crest Trail and the Arizona Trail. His love for hiking mirrors his approach to his work: patient, committed, and driven to reach new heights. With certifications in construction and a hands-on approach, Kurt is dedicated to delivering exceptional spaces that align with clients’ visions and stand the test of time.

A graduate of Syracuse University, School of Visual and Performing Arts, Hanan Nesheiwat brings advanced design and account management experience to Alpine Master Builders. Having lived in Denver for eight years, Hanan made the move full time to Steamboat Springs in 2020, where she serves as a Project Coordinator. When Hanan is not helping clients design the interiors of their homes, she can be found hiking, skiing, trying out new recipes, or working up a sweat in the yoga studio.

At 24, Cooper lived in a big city and frequently daydreamed about returning to his Western home to work with horses. With his value for hard work and belief that life is what you make of it, Cooper quit his job, enrolled in wrangler school, and began to take every opportunity to ride and develop his horsemanship. Three years later, Cooper is humbled to serve the community and horses at Alpine Mountain Ranch as AMR Association’s Ranch Foreman. In addition to his passion for horses, Cooper brings his educational background in Environmental Studies to assist in stewarding AMR’s land and wildlife. After working in customer and human service roles for over a decade, Cooper is excited to provide the best possible experience to AMR’s owners and guests. Outside his role at AMR, Cooper enjoys live music, watching football (GO BUFFS!), cycling, skiing, eating great food, and sharing time with loved ones.

Dusty was born in 2003 from the very famous quarter horse, “Star Duster”. His registered name is “Smoking Pine Dust”, and he is currently 17 years old. Ranch hand and Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club ambassador Bob Dapper a.k.a. “Dap”, started training Dusty when he was just two years old. At the age of three, the two were inseparable and moved cattle down Steamboat Springs’ famous main street parades with over 5,000 people cheering and screaming – a fun, yet noisy distraction that never once phased the young colt. Over the years, Dusty has ridden with the famous and iconic American horse trainer, Buck Brannaman, more than 20 times, and has served as nothing less than a loyal and trusted partner to his beloved Dap. 

“Dusty is my life partner and has been through ragging river crossings and over mountains passes that would scare anyone,” said Dapper. “The day Dusty comes home without me, you will know my time too has come.”

Today, Dusty can be found at Alpine Mountain Ranch & Club, riding the open country.