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Rob Katz Returns as CEO of Vail Resorts After Kirsten Lynch Steps Down

by Daniel McCarthy  May 28, 2025
Headshot of Vail Resorts CEO Rob Katz in front of the resort in the snow

Rob Katz appointed CEO of Vail Resorts on May 27, 2025

Vail Resorts announced Tuesday that Rob Katz, the company’s former CEO and current executive chairperson, will return to the CEO role following the departure of Kirsten Lynch.

Katz is a longtime Vail executive who originally served as CEO from 2006 until November 2021. Prior to that, he was lead director from June 2003 and has been a member of the board since 1996. Before joining the company, he worked with Apollo Management, a private equity firm.

“It is an honor to step back into the role of CEO of Vail Resorts, and it is a privilege to lead the incredible people who make our resorts and our Company so special. I remain as passionate about Vail Resorts, the sport of skiing and snowboarding, and this industry as when I first became CEO nearly two decades ago,” Katz said in a statement.

Lynch, who served as CEO for the past three years, will remain in an advisory role. In her own statement, she expressed gratitude for her time with the company.

“I want to share my sincerest appreciation to all our talented team members for their passion for our mountains, our guests, and our communities,” she said. “I also have deep gratitude to Bruce, Rob, the entire Board, and our executive team for their partnership. I am a lifelong champion of Vail Resorts and look forward to seeing the next phase of the Company’s journey.”

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