The West Kelowna Warriors have named Chris Laurie as its new president.

Laurie will take over immediately and oversee all elements of the hockey club and business operation.

The West Kelowna native was initially the marketing director for the Warriors during its first two seasons from 2006 to 2008 under founding ownership Vision Group Sports. Laurie graduated from his position with the Warriors and went on to work in the AHL, followed by a three-year stint as the general manager of the Armarillo Bulls of the North American Hockey League, which included a league championship in his final year.

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In 2013, Laurie moved back to the Central Okanagan to be closer to family and pursue other business interests.

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On Monday, the Warriors also announced the hiring of new owners John Murphy and Rod Hume.

The first two home games under the new ownership group are Friday, Nov. 22 and Nov. 23. Laurie is promising upgrades to the game night presentation.

The Warriors will be holding a press conference to formally announce the hiring of Laurie at Royal Lepage Place on Wednesday at 11 a.m.

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