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Vail Resorts CEO Lynch Resigns, Former Chief Returns in Surprise Shakeup

On May 27, 2025, in Broomfield, Colorado, Rob Katz returned as CEO of Vail Resorts, succeeding Kirsten Lynch who stepped down on May 22.
Katz, who held the CEO role for 16 years before Lynch's three-and-a-half-year tenure, resumed leadership as part of a board decision for timely transition amid changing company and environmental conditions.
Vail Resorts confirmed its fiscal 2025 forecast and early season pass sales trends, anticipating Resort Reported EBITDA to fall within the lower portion of the previously stated guidance range, excluding one-time expenses related to the CEO transition.
Bruce Sewell, Lead Independent Director, noted that the timing was appropriate for the leadership change, while Katz expressed that he feels privileged to resume his position as CEO of Vail Resorts.
Lynch will remain as an advisor through September 26 to facilitate a smooth transition, and the company plans to discuss fiscal details in a June 5 earnings call, emphasizing its commitment to stakeholders and sustainability goals for 2030.

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