Vail Resorts operates over 40 ski and mountain resorts across three continents, managing a diverse portfolio that includes iconic destinations such as Whistler Blackcomb, Park City, and Perisher. Founded in 1962 by Pete Seibert, a World War II veteran of the 10th Mountain Division, and Earl Eaton, the company began with a single resort in Colorado featuring two chairlifts and one gondola. It has since grown into a significant player in global mountain hospitality and tourism.
The company's core operations span resort and ski-area management, season-pass product administration, and guest-experience technology. In 2008, Vail Resorts launched the Epic Pass, a season-pass product designed to provide access to multiple destinations, which the company credits with broadening participation in skiing and mountain activities. The company also developed EpicMix, a digital platform that captures and shares guests' mountain experiences.
Vail Resorts structures its business around hospitality services, resort operations, and ancillary technologies that support both guest engagement and operational efficiency. The company identifies sustainability and mountain stewardship as founding commitments alongside its focus on service delivery. Prospective employees can find career information at vailresortscareers.com.