Alterra Mountain Co. Announces Appointment of New CEO Ahead of 2026-27 Ski Season
Vohs brings nearly 30 years of experience leading hospitality, real estate and technology businesses, and Alterra said he will guide resorts into winter.
- Alterra Mountain Company announced Monday that hospitality veteran Kelly Vohs will become Chief Executive Officer on October 19, 2026, replacing Jared Smith.
- Vohs brings nearly 30 years of experience, most recently serving as CEO of SafetyCulture, an operations platform used by more than 85,000 organizations and supporting 2.5 million workers.
- Earlier in his career, Vohs led operations for Blackstone's portfolio, including as CEO of LivCor, and served eight years as a Green Beret with the U.S. Army's 10th Special Forces Group.
- Vohs assumes the role just weeks before the 2026/27 winter season begins, with Alterra Chairman Eric Resnick stating Vohs "knows what it takes to deliver" the company's mission.
- Headquartered in Denver, Alterra owns the Ikon Pass, which competes with Vail Resorts' Epic Pass, while operating destinations including Steamboat Resort and Palisades Tahoe.
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Aspen Times
Alterra Mountain Co. announces appointment of new CEO ahead of 2026-27 ski season
Alterra Mountain Co., the Denver-based ski giant that owns the Ikon Pass, has announced the appointment of Kelly Vohs as Chief Executive Officer, effective Oct. 19. The Ikon Pass’ main competitor is Vail Resorts‘ multi-resort...
Financial Post
Business WireAlterra Mountain Company Names Kelly Vohs Chief Executive Officer
Seasoned Hospitality and Operating Leader Takes the Helm as Mountain Resorts Prepare to Open for the 2026/27 Winter Season DENVER — Alterra Mountain Company, the world’s premier mountain operating company, today announced that experienced hospitality and operations leader Kelly Vohs has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective October 19, 2026. Alterra Mountain Company today announced […]
Alterra Mountain Company Names Kelly Vohs CEO Ahead of 2026–27 Winter Season
The hospitality and operations executive will lead the company behind Ikon Pass and a portfolio of mountain destinations across North America. Alterra Mountain Company has appointed Kelly Vohs as its next chief executive officer, effective October 19, 2026. The announcement comes as the company’s mountain destinations prepare to open for
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