Recent Updates — PRKS

United Parks & Resorts Inc. appointed Kyle Miller as President effective September 22, 2026, following a bylaw amendment allowing the CEO and President roles to be held separately. Miller, previously Chief Parks Operations Officer since January 2023, receives an annual base salary of $400,000 and target bonus and long-term incentive opportunities equal to 150% and 300% of his base salary, respectively. He also received one-time equity grants totaling $2.5 million in options, restricted stock units, and performance stock units vesting over four years. Concurrently, Christopher Finazzo resigned as Chief Commercial Officer effective September 25, 2026. The company operates in the theme park and entertainment industry.

United Parks & Resorts Inc. reported second quarter and first six months fiscal year 2026 results on August 4, 2026. Second quarter attendance was 6.1 million guests, a 2.9% decrease from the prior year period, driven by an unfavorable Easter calendar shift and declining international visitation. Total revenue fell 1.4% to $483.3 million, while net income declined 21.0% to $63.3 million and Adjusted EBITDA dropped 5.2% to $195.5 million. For the first half of the year, attendance decreased 3.6% to 9.3 million guests, total revenue fell 2.0% to $761.6 million, net income plummeted 54.4% to $29.2 million, and Adjusted EBITDA declined 7.4% to $253.4 million. The company repurchased approximately 3.3 million shares for $125 million in the second quarter. United Parks & Resorts Inc. operates a portfolio of theme parks and entertainment brands including SeaWorld and Busch Gardens.