
There are so many heroes in the story of Vail Resorts and in the ski industry as a whole. Those are the journeys that CEO Rob Katz explores on this podcast, while also tackling some tough questions, like crowding, labor, and accessibility. Joined by his Chief of Staff and the occasional guest, Rob dives into the values that guide our company, the decisions that shape our future, and the stories th... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 30 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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What brings guests back to a mountain year after year? In this episode of Epic By Nature, CEO Rob Katz sits down with his chief of staff to share why Vail Resorts is investing in guest experience as the next frontier of growth in the ski industry. To... more
For nearly two decades, our integrated network of world-class resorts has been at the heart of our success as a company. In this episode of Epic By Nature, CEO Rob Katz explains how that owned-and-operated model will play an even bigger role in drivi... more
Earlier this month, Pat Campbell—a trailblazing leader who has helped to shape our company and our broader industry—became the first woman to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA). In this episode, Rob ... more
In this episode of Epic By Nature, CEO Rob Katz sits down with Joel Gratz, Founder and CEO of OpenSnow to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to predict a powder day. From translating complex weather models, to the emotional weight of knowi... more
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Vail pass holder for 10+ years and this was a neat behind the scenes guide to the place. Interesting!
I am SO glad this podcast is back. It is insightful, informative and interesting. How lucky are we to hear how the company tackles different challenges and truly values both its employees and customers.
As an employee integrated into Vail, let it be known that I am very excited!
As a skier for 50 plus years I knew it took a lot to run a ski area. This pod really explains the complicated undertaking it is. I recommend to to every skier and ski area employee.
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Epic By Nature centers on leadership, strategy, and the economics of running a large, integrated resort network in the ski industry. Through conversations with Vail Resorts' leadership and industry guests, the show delves into topics like guest experience, labor relations, pricing, technology, and marketing, often tying decisions to long‑term shareholder value and sustainability. A notable pattern is the blend of executive-level storytelling with practical industry insights, accessible to both ski enthusiasts and business professionals. The format tends to mix high‑level strategy with concrete operational examples, guest experiences, and industry context that can inform sponsorship and partnership opportunities for brands connected to trave... more
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