CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, which is the parent company of Cedar Point and Kings Island in Ohio, has just announced who is taking over the role of CEO as Richard Zimmerman steps down next month.

Six Flags revealed Monday morning that John Reilly has been appointed as CEO effective Dec. 8. He will also join the Six Flags Board of Directors at that time.

“Mr. Reilly brings more than three decades of in-depth experience in the amusement and recreation industry, with significant operational management and strategic growth expertise,” according to a press release from Six Flags. “He most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of Palace Entertainment U.S. and Group Chief Operating Officer at Parques Reunidos, where he was instrumental in improving guest satisfa

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