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The image of Jon Montgomery hefting a pitcher of beer to his mouth during a victory walk through the Olympic Village in celebration of his gold medal has become iconic, capturing a spirit which helped launch his high-profile media career. The moment of a lifetime had just occurred that February day in 2010 at the Whistler Sliding Centre where Jon captured the gold on his last run in the skeleton event, displaying his unbridled exuberance. The maple leaf, along with the word Canada he had tattooed on his chest many years earlier, clearly reflected the self-described "prideful Canadian" which, unlike the tattoo, was so apparent in appearances which followed. From there, he launched his own motivational speaking business, became host of The Amazing Race Canada, one of the country's most- watched television shows, and has thrown his support behind several sport-related charitable organizations. Not one to shy away from the spotlight, Jon has used his podium to boost the country he so loves, supporting initiatives to make sports available to all children as well as speaking out on conservation issues. The roots of Jon's success hearken back to his days at Georgian where he graduated with an ability and hunger to seize opportunities when presented to him. "My years spent at Georgian College were incredible," he says. "There are a lot of pathways that ultimately led me to today." Passion for cars is what led him to Georgian and it's that passion that continues to drive him and draw his audiences at events and on television. EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE: WINNING OLYMPIC GOLD AND HOSTING THE AMAZING RACE CANADA JON MONTGOMERY Business Administration — Automotive Marketing, 2000 There are a lot of pathways that ultimately led me to today. Jon Montgomery on his success as an Olympian and media personality Photo courtesy of CTV 2014 PREMIER'S AWARD NOMINEE 11 GEORGIANVIEW 2014 ALUMNI HAVING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES