Kirsten A. Lynch has been the CEO of Vail Resorts since November 2021, taking over from Robert A. Katz who transitioned to executive chairman. She initially joined the company in 2011 as the Chief Marketing Officer and has a solid...

Kirsten A. Lynch has been the CEO of Vail Resorts since November 2021, taking over from Robert A. Katz who transitioned to executive chairman. She initially joined the company in 2011 as the Chief Marketing Officer and has a solid background in marketing from her time at PepsiCo and Kraft Foods. Lynch has a Bachelor's degree in Business from the University of Michigan. Under her leadership, the company is focusing on long-term value for shareholders while promoting an inclusive environment for both employees and guests. In her first fiscal year as CEO, Lynch's total compensation was approximately $6.6 million, reflecting a strong pay-for-performance approach, showing that the company values aligning executive performance with shareholder interests. She made a significant insider trading move in September 2023, selling stocks valued at $17.83 million, reflecting both confidence and possible market strategy considerations. Lynch's commitment to sustainable practices is evident as Vail Resorts aims for a zero net operating footprint by 2030. This reflects a broader vision for the company, balancing immediate business needs with longer-term societal impact.

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Kirsten A. Lynch

CEO of Vail Resorts

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Business from the University of Michigan

Field of Expertise

Sales & Marketing - Marketing

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

October 14, 1969 - 55 years ago

CEO of Vail Resorts for

3 years 7 months (Nov 2021 - Present)

Previous Experience

Chief Marketing Officer of the Quaker Foods and Snacks Division at PepsiCo, Inc.; various leadership marketing positions at Kraft Foods

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Kirsten A. Lynch

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Christopher J. Nassetta

CEO of Hilton Worldwide

2023 Compensation

Stock

$32.00M

Salary

$1.30M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$729.69K

Total Holdings

$654.02M

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Anthony G. Capuano

CEO of Marriott International

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.40M

Bonus

$5.60M

Other

$981.36K

Total Holdings

$46.65M

Holdings

See how much did Kirsten A. Lynch make over time.

Kirsten A. Lynch has made notable moves in her stock holdings, particularly in her most recent trades this year. In September 2023, she sold stocks worth $17.83 million, which was a significant increase compared to her trading values from previous...

Kirsten A. Lynch has made notable moves in her stock holdings, particularly in her most recent trades this year. In September 2023, she sold stocks worth $17.83 million, which was a significant increase compared to her trading values from previous years. Back in 2021, Lynch's trading peaked with stock values around $16.09 million in September then gradually stabilizing around $6 million monthly in early 2023. Lynch's ongoing transactions indicate a strategic approach to her holdings, closely tied to her role as CEO and the company’s performance. Her stock sales come at a time when Vail Resorts is making strides towards sustainability, that directly ties into her and the company's long-term vision, possibly suggesting a personal recalibration in line with the company’s shifting dynamics.

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Total Stock Sold

$6.94M

MTN

$6.94M

26,780 MTN shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Kirsten A. Lynch didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra MTN26,780 shares worth $4.74M.
This is -31.73% and $2.20M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Kirsten A. Lynch.

SFIX

4,016 shares

SFIX

Dec 15, 2021

Received

MTN

$2.04M

MTN at $320.83/share

Jun 9, 2021

Sale

SFIX

1,804 shares

SFIX

Dec 16, 2020

Received

MTN

$1.26M

MTN at $228.74/share

Sep 28, 2020

Sale

SFIX

3,093 shares

SFIX

Dec 19, 2019

Received

MTN

$1.34M

MTN at $229.26/share

Sep 27, 2019

Sale

SFIX

3,076 shares

SFIX

Dec 19, 2018

Received

MTN

$2.39M

MTN at $263.61/share

Oct 1, 2018

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Kirsten A. Lynch make over time.

Kirsten A. Lynch’s total compensation for her first year as CEO of Vail Resorts was about $6.6 million. This compensation included a base salary of around $1 million and an impressive cash incentive reflecting the company's strong performance. Notably, she did not receive a bonus for fiscal 2023, as the compensation structure was purely performance-based, with a focus on Resort Reported EBITDA targets. Lynch’s compensation package also features significant restricted stock units (RSUs) and stock appreciation rights (SARs), which underline the company's emphasis on rewarding executives in alignment with long-term shareholder value. The company’s compensation philosophy is built on pay-for-performance principles, meaning that her earnings significantly depend on how well the company does financially.

Year

2022

Total Compensation

$3.94M

Salary

$1.05M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes pay-for-performance, attracting and retaining talent, and rewarding contributions aligned with long-term shareholder value.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

No bonus was awarded for fiscal 2023 as the MIP award was based on performance metrics.

Other

$43.47K

Board Justification

Includes contributions under 401(k) plan, life insurance premiums, and perquisites from the Executive Perquisite Fund Program.

Restricted Stock

$2.85M(120.1K RSUs)

Board Justification

12,102 RSUs granted in fiscal 2023 that vest in three equal installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date.

Performance Metrics

The primary performance metric for MIP funding was Resort Reported EBITDA, with a target of $920 million.

Other Vail Resorts CEOs

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Robert A. Katz

Ex-CEO of Vail Resorts

June 2006 - November 2021