Nancy Stibbard believed she could turn Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park around and now owns and operates the hugely successful business. Since she purchased the complex in 1983, annual attendance has more than quadrupled! And her goal, to elevate the park from a mere stop-off to a destination attraction, was realized in less than ten years.

Nancy's success has resulted in expansion to other popular visitor destinations: James Bay Trading Company (retail) in Victoria, Great Northern Trading Company (retail) in Banff, Alberta, Moraine Lake Lodge (hotel, restaurant, retail) in Banff National Park, Alberta and Cathedral Mountain Lodge (hotel, restaurant, retail) in Yoho National Park, BC.

Once involved in the management and operation of her own business, Nancy recognized the need to serve and advance tourism in the province. As a result, she has served on many Boards, including Chairing the Board of Tourism Vancouver, and is a strong tourism advocate. After working within the industry for so long, Nancy has become well-known by her peers. Nancy's success has included her winning the 1996 Pacific Canada Entrepreneur of the Year Award in the Hospitality/Tourism category and the Harold J. Merilees Award for her outstanding contribution to tourism in 2004.