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2 stories · First covered Apr 19, 2026 · Latest Jul 31
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Vail Resorts Coverage
MGM's CEO Joins the Vail Resorts Board. Here's Why Hotel Operators Should Care.
Technology Primary
Jul 31

MGM's CEO Joins the Vail Resorts Board. Here's Why Hotel Operators Should Care.

Bill Hornbuckle just landed a board seat at Vail Resorts to help build their "Epic Experience" guest strategy. The interesting part isn't the appointment... it's what happens when casino-grade loyalty tech meets a ski resort company that's been struggling with visitation and guest satisfaction.

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Rav Patel 2 min read · Jul 31
Two Ski Industry CEOs Gone in a Year. That's Not Coincidence. That's a Pattern.
Operations
Apr 19

Two Ski Industry CEOs Gone in a Year. That's Not Coincidence. That's a Pattern.

Alterra's CEO exits less than four years in, the second abrupt departure atop a major ski company in twelve months. When private equity quietly replaces the person who just spent $2 billion of their money, the interesting question isn't why... it's what comes next for the resorts and the people running them.

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Mike Storm 3 min read · Apr 19