Vail Resorts

Epic By Nature

Business EN ↓ 29 episodes

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 that inspire us to keep pushing forward.

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Redefining Dining at 10,000ft 11.02.2019 27:03

The restaurant business can be challenging on any given day, but it becomes far more complex when that business is located in remote locations at 10,000ft. Join Rob Katz and some of our Executive Chefs and F&B leaders, as we explore just what goes into creating the mountain dining experience. How do we transport food to remote locations and then up the mountain each day? What adjustments do we hav...

From Eco-terrorism to Environmentalism 18.12.2018 30:00

Our Company has been on a journey since October 1998 when Vail Mountain was subject to a fire-bombing attack by eco-terrorists. In the 20 years since, we have undergone a metamorphosis to one of the leading environmental companies in the world. This journey has not always been a clear and direct path and has been full of twists and turns. In this episode we are exploring the impact of the arson at...

A Crossroads at Park City 19.11.2018 26:13

On this first episode of Epic by Nature, Rob sits down with Keystone Resort COO Geoff Buchheister to discuss his Leadership journey - from being acquired at Park City, to helping launch the Urban Resorts, and finally to running Keystone.

What is Epic By Nature? 06.11.2018 5:55

An introduction to Epic by Nature.