Alpine Theatre Project has unveiled a new upgrade to its operations, dubbed ATP 2.0.

The professional theater company has been presenting musicals, plays and concerts with Broadway talent since 2004. The group decided the time was right to improve its operations and begin the next chapter of its story, starting with its management structure.

Brian “Chip” Scott will take over as the new managing development director. Scott will oversee Alpine Theatre Project’s daily business operations, including its fundraising activities.

“ATP is growing into a brand new phase of its life,” said co-founder and artistic director Betsi Morrison. “We see great things ahead, and it was time to upgrade our operating system to ensure that those great things happen. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have Chip Scott joining our team.”

Scott comes to Alpine Theatre Project after years of professional experience in fund development and marketing, as well as a master’s degree in leadership education. His latest project was raising funds for the Grand Teton Music Festival in Jackson Hole, Wyo.

“Having Chip on the ATP team will allow us to restructure the company in a way that aligns everyone with their skill set and passion. It’s the perfect time to take this step,” said co-founder Luke Walrath, who will now focus his efforts on performing and overseeing Alpine Theatre Project’s educational outreach programs.

The management restructuring is one of four upgrade areas, or “bug fixes,” that ATP 2.0 will address in the coming years. Other areas include increasing its educational outreach programs; finding space for artist housing, shop and rehearsal space; and rotating its summer productions with a core company of Broadway actors.

ATP 2.0 will also see Flathead businesswoman Nancy Gordley as president of the group’s board of directors. She replaces retiring President Sean Frampton. Gordley and Frampton have served on the board since its founding in 2004.

“Sean has been instrumental in making ATP a vibrant arts company,” Gordley said. “We will miss his tireless dedication as he moves on to other projects, and I am looking forward to helping lead ATP into this exciting transition.”

Alpine Theatre Project will kick off the 2.0 upgrade this summer by presenting an overview of Broadway’s best shows performed by some of Broadway’s best performers. The series will show the public a wide variety of future show possibilities with this new upgrade.

For more information on ATP 2.0, as well as a complete business plan, call 862-7469 or visit atpwhitefish.org.