CHARLOTTE, N.C. —

Six Flags has appointed a new President and Chief Executive Officer.

John Reilly will serve as the company's new CEO starting Dec. 8. Advertisement

He will also join the company's Board of Directors.

It comes after Richard Zimmerman announced he was stepping down as the company’s president and CEO. Zimmerman will also step down from the company’s board.

Reilly comes from Palace Entertainment U.S. where he served as CEO, and Parques Reunidos, where he served as group chief operating officer.

He has also served as CEO and COO at SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment.

“After a thorough search process, we are thrilled to have appointed an accomplished and experienced leader with the right skillset to enable Six Flags to reach its full potential,” said Marilyn Spiegel, Chai

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