Six Flags Entertainment (NYSE:FUN) named veteran Mark Pauls COO effective July 15 as Tim Fisher moves to special advisor through Dec. 15 with extended benefits; the company reported strong early-season attendance gains, cautious Q2 growth guidance and renewed emphasis on cost controls.
Previous Week Recap
- Fisher Extended, Benefits Updated: Six Flags (FUN) extended COO Tim Fisher’s employment to Dec 15, 2026, updated his benefits, and waived his 2026 equity grant and retention bonus.
- Attendance Up, Margin Focus: Six Flags (FUN): early June attendance rose 32% YoY; YTD through April +4% same-park. UBS projects Q2 attendance +3–3.5%. Company emphasizes cost controls after prior margin pressure.
- Pauls Named COO Successor: Six Flags (FUN) appointed Mark Pauls as COO effective July 15, succeeding Tim Fisher who stays as special advisor through Dec. 15. Pauls brings 50+ years in amusement-park operations.
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