Berchtesgaden (FIL) Chris Karl from Austria has been serving as „Director Sport and Technical Matters Natural Track“ of the International Luge Federation (FIL) since October 1, 2014. This decision was made after the newly-created position was advertised and all applications were received and thoroughly evaluated by the FIL Presidium and the Vice President Natural Track. The Director Sport and Technical Matters Natural Track is the main organizational contact person of the FIL on-site at all World Cups and Championships in the General Class. In cooperation with all institutions and companies involved in the staging of FIL competitions she ensures the smooth running of natural track luge competitions at the highest possible level. Previously, Chris Karl worked for the FIL as press officer natural track.