KPCW has detailed the professional profiles of its Board of Trustees members, showcasing a leadership group with deep expertise in corporate finance, investment real estate, and award-winning journalism. The board includes specialists ranging from former investment bankers to veteran communications strategists serving the Park City community.
Financial and Investment Leadership
The board features significant expertise in financial management and investment. Steve Robinson, a board member, was one of twelve founders of Antares Capital Corporation in 1996 and previously worked in public accounting and corporate finance. He currently serves on the board of Haiti Scholars, Inc.
Similarly, Daniel Patrick O'Connell brings extensive global financial experience to the board. A retired investment banker, O'Connell served as a resident debt advisor to the Mongolian Ministry of Finance from 2011 to 2014 and previously held the role of Chief Financial Officer for the New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s State Agriculture Development Committee between 2015 and 2018.
Real Estate and Media Expertise
Real estate and commercial development also represent a core component of the board's composition. Robert Holmes, a board member, has spent 15 years working in commercial real::estate, overseeing projects such as Park City Storage and Silver Creek Business Park. His work includes managing the entitlement, construction, leasing, and sales processes for these developments.
In addition to real estate, the board includes veteran media professionals. Erin LaCombe, an Emmy Award-winning journalist with 30 years in the communications industry, serves as the President and Founder of CV Strategies. Her firm provides strategic communications and public engagement services for government and non-profit clients across the western United States.
Commitment to Community Service
Community service and non-profit governance are prominent themes among the board members. Kim Frauenberg, who serves as KPCW Board Secretary, has spent 17 years dedicated to various non-profit organizations. Her local involvement includes serving as the board chair for Park City Day School for three years and acting as a board member for the Basin Open Space Advisory Committee (BOSAC).
Looking Toward 50 Years
As KPCW prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary, the board members continue to engage with local Park City institutions. Robinson, a former chair of the Park City Community Church executive board, expressed excitement for the station's upcoming milestone, while Holmes continues his involvement with the Park City Rotary Club and Leadership Park City.
