Franz Weber, Inc.
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"Ski racing
has influenced my life in an incredible
way, and I'm thankful for my fascinating
youth, and the friendships, opportunities
and success that it has afforded me. These
experiences accompany me daily, and in turn,
they inspire me to share and provide outdoor
adventure outings for other people.
"Sports play
an important part in my everyday life at
work and with my family. Enjoy our web site,
and I hope to see you on the slopes or at
one of our outings!"
—Franz Weber
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Franz Weber, Inc., a sports
management and consulting company founded in 1984,
primarily focuses on client hospitality, corporate
outings and the representation of a select group
of skiing legends, World Champion and Olympic
athletes such as Franz Klammer who has been with
the company since 1984. The company boasts a diverse
roster of personable Olympic and World Champion
athletes from sports such as skiing, golf, tennis
and cycling who are popular for corporate hospitality.
Franz Weber was selected by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
to assist with the organization of the Governor’s
senior staff cabinet off-site meeting. He was
instrumental in fund raising for the Governor’s
California Recovery Team. Franz initiated the
idea that sparked Governor Schwarzenegger to commit
to do a commercial to promote skiing in California.
Honored by Austrian
Chancellor Dr. Wolfgang
Schüssel for
his athletic achievements and economic contributions
to Austria
Franz
Weber, Inc also produces various “Franz &
Friends” fantasy adventures that include
celebrities such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Dustin
Hoffman, Buzz Aldrin, Wolfgang Puck and others.
The consulting division has international ski
area and resort development clients and was instrumental
in the creation and development of the Franz
Klammer Lodge located in Telluride, Colorado,
as well as the Club Regent at The Canyons in Park
City, Utah.
In the wake of the tragedy
which occurred on September 11, 2001, Franz Weber,
Inc. created and produced the “Tour de Franz”
U.S. Relief Ride which benefited Mayor Giuliani’s
New York Twin Tower Fund and raised $1,035,000.
They also created and produced an Evening With
The Stars, a charity event that raised over $500,000
to benefit two local charities, Washoe
County Senior Services Meals on Wheels and
The
Children’s Cabinet, Inc. Attendees indulged
on the culinary talents of Chef
Wolfgang Puck and David
Bouley, while enjoying the company of celebrity
guests such as Buzz Aldrin, Gordie Brown, Nadia
Comaneci, Craig Chaquico, Lou Diamond Phillips,
Peter Kostis, Joe Pantoliano, and Patty Sheehan.
Matt Lauer &
Franz Weber in Innsbruck during
"Where in the World is Matt Lauer" segment
Franz Weber’s well-developed
business sense, knowledge of five languages, combined
with his entrepreneurial spirit and extensive
worldwide contacts have enabled him to play a
vital role in corporate funding and investing.
As a result of his introduction, David Bouley’s
(Zagat’s #1 rated) restaurant in New York
City was able to secure financing for its new
business ventures. Through Mr. Weber’s introduction,
Hong Kong’s Hsin Chong Holdings secured the
development contract for the multi-billion dollar
casino resort development in Macau. Franz Weber
and his wife Janett like to support companies
that offer unique products and services. They
are equity partners in Guru
Books Publishing, Digital
Alchemy Hospitality Software, Motion
Potion, Haber
Vision Eyewear and First
Independent Bank of Nevada. Work in progress
includes developing several high-end real estate
ventures including ski-in, ski-out properties
in Squaw Valley, California.
