Our Team
SAM BROOKS
Before moving to Montana I worked for a company called American Valet in Phoenix Arizona. They were the largest and best known valet parking company in the state. I quickly went from being a new employee to working one of the most frequently trafficked valet stands at one of our wealthiest locations. While working for American Valet I learned a lot about how to run everything from private parties to hospital and restaurant lots.
I moved to Big Sky Montana in September of 2018 after receiving a job offer from Outlaw Partners, where I am currently their Business Development Lead, working on marketing, branding, and event sponsorship with large brands and businesses.
I realized that with all the people moving to Southwest Montana, there were tremendous business opportunities. We had been discussing the idea of starting Western Valet, and when Covid-19 hit in 2020 we decided to go for it. We are excited to be in business and look forward to helping enhance the experience of your guests, friends, and clients.
IAN BROOKS
After graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from the University of Delaware, I relocated to Montana full time. For almost a year, I worked as a Project Engineer on the construction of the new Montage Luxury Hotel in Spanish Peaks, Big Sky. After that, I moved into real estate development and began building houses for a new private lodging community in Beehive Basin.
Since moving to the Big Sky and Bozeman area, I have gained a concise understanding of business ethics and project management. My time in construction management has painted me a good picture of what these towns can expect to look like in the coming years. With rapid growth and development, plus a massive influx of people, it is clear that parking is going to be an issue that persists. It was not long after this realization that Sam and I decided that parking solutions experts could benefit this town and it’s businesses greatly. With more sufficient parking options Big Sky and Bozeman will be a more enjoyable place for us all; and that is where we come in!
TOM BROOKS
I was born in Baltimore, Maryland and raised mostly in Maryland but also spent many years in Cody, Wyoming working as a farmer, cowboy, mountain guide, and roughneck from ’75 to ’86.
I returned to Maryland in 1987 and began a career in contracting and real estate development. Spent 30 years developing, building, leasing, and managing commercial and industrial real estate. I’ve owned and operated T. Brooks, Inc. since 2000. T. Brooks, Inc. employed upwards of 35 Project Managers, Superintendents, Electricians, and carpenters. Now strictly manages principally owned real estate.