However , Sherman Thurston , co-chairman of developer Grand Alps Resort DFW Inc. , has worked to develop similar projects around the world , including the successful snow dome in Dubai .
Co-chairman holds patents for making snow indoors .
However , Sherman Thurston , co-chairman of developer Grand Alps Resort DFW Inc. , has worked to develop similar projects around the world , including the successful snow dome in Dubai , and he holds patents for making snow indoors .