leadership
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.75
Six Flags appoints John Reilly as President and CEO effective Dec 8, 2025
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation/NEW
- John Reilly named President and CEO, also joins Board; succeeds Richard Zimmerman who steps down on Dec 8.
- Reilly most recently CEO of Palace Entertainment and Group COO at Parques Reunidos; 30+ years industry experience.
- Employment agreement: $1.1M base salary, 150% target bonus, $7.5M day-one equity grant, annual equity target $5.625M.
- Retention bonuses ($450k-$750k) and enhanced severance granted to six senior executives to ensure continuity.
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