Robert A. Katz has been a key player at Vail Resorts since 1996, taking on the role of CEO in February 2006. He not only leads the company but also serves as the Chairperson of the Board. Before diving into...

Robert A. Katz has been a key player at Vail Resorts since 1996, taking on the role of CEO in February 2006. He not only leads the company but also serves as the Chairperson of the Board. Before diving into the skiing and mountain resort industry, he was with Apollo Management, a private equity firm significantly shaping his business acumen. Katz transitioned to the role of Executive Chairperson in November 2021, allowing new leadership to take the reins while he still guides the company strategically. He holds a Government degree from Harvard and later earned his Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School, showcasing a strong background in law and business. Roberts's leadership has been marked by a focus on performance-based incentives, aligning executive pay with the company's success. So, whether it’s shaping Vail Resorts' growth or dealing with changes in leadership, Katz has a clear vision for sustainability and community engagement, emphasizing social challenges and environmental responsibility, which are crucial for the future of mountain resorts.

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Robert A. Katz

Ex-CEO of Vail Resorts

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Government from Harvard College; Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School

Field of Expertise

Legal & Compliance - Law

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

October 16, 1961 - 63 years ago

CEO of Vail Resorts for

15 years 4 months (Jun 2006 - Nov 2021)

Previous Experience

Chief Executive Officer of Vail Resorts, Inc.; President of the Colorado Ski Country USA; Partner at the law firm of Hogan & Hartson

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Robert A. Katz

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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 Robert A. Katz make over time.

Katz's holdings in Vail Resorts have shown significant changes over the years. His net worth in stock fluctuated, reaching a peak of approximately $95 million in mid-2021. This value has varied substantially from about $66 million in September 2019 to...

Katz's holdings in Vail Resorts have shown significant changes over the years. His net worth in stock fluctuated, reaching a peak of approximately $95 million in mid-2021. This value has varied substantially from about $66 million in September 2019 to consistent highs above $80 million, indicating a strong belief in the company's potential. His financial moves suggest confidence, especially when the stock value saw jumps, highlighting strategic timing in engagement with shares. Today, his holdings reflect a more conservative value of around $60 million, indicating a possible shift in focus as he steps into a different role within the company.

Mar 11, 2025

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shares

MTN @ $164.37

Total Stock Sold

$127.48M

MTN

$127.48M

485,167 MTN shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Robert A. Katz didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra MTN485,167 shares worth $100.42M.
This is -21.23% and $27.06M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

MTN

385,660 shares

MTN

Recent Charitable Transactions

MTN

25,300 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2021

Charity

MTN

25,000 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2020

Charity

MTN

6,175 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2019

Charity

MTN

226,600 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2018

Charity

MTN

53,000 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2017

Charity

MTN

12,500 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2016

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Robert A. Katz.

MTN

$1.64M

MTN at $176.21/share

Oct 1, 2024

Sale

MTN

$32.65M

MTN at $332.42/share

Dec 13, 2021

Sale

MTN

$29.49M

MTN at $321.77/share

Jun 14, 2021

Sale

MTN

25,300 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2021

Charity

MTN

25,000 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2020

Charity

MTN

$11.52M

MTN at $192.12/share

Jun 8, 2020

Sale

MTN

6,175 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2019

Charity

MTN

$15.11M

MTN at $232.77/share

Jun 10, 2019

Sale

MTN

226,600 shares

MTN

Jul 31, 2018

Charity

MTN

$12.38M

MTN at $273.98/share

Jun 8, 2018

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Robert A. Katz make over time.

In 2021, Robert A. Katz earned a salary of $1 million as he transitioned to Executive Chairperson. His total compensation in previous years fluctuated significantly, peaking at over $5 million in 2016 and dropping to around $3.8 million in 2020. The downturn in compensation often reflected the financial performance of the company, illustrating his commitment to a pay-for-performance model. In past years, he benefited from bonuses tied to the company's annual results, but as of 2021, he moved away from bonuses while focusing on strategic oversight in his new role. This shift shows a transition from front-line management to high-level strategic leadership.

Year

2021

Total Compensation

$1.00M

Salary

$1.00M

Board Justification

The compensation program emphasizes pay-for-performance and is designed to align executive compensation with company performance and shareholder interests.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

Mr. Katz will no longer participate in the Company’s MIP as of November 1, 2021.

Other

$0.00

Board Justification

No other compensation reported for 2021 as he transitioned to Executive Chairperson.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No vested stock reported for 2021 as he transitioned to Executive Chairperson.

Performance Metrics

The primary performance metric for executive compensation is based on company-wide financial metrics.

Other Vail Resorts CEOs

Here are other CEOs of Vail Resorts

Adam Aron

Ex-CEO of Vail Resorts

March 2001 - June 2006

Kirsten A. Lynch

CEO of Vail Resorts

November 2021 - Present