CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, which is the parent company of Cedar Point in Sandusky , announced early Wednesday morning that CEO Richard Zimmerman will step down from his role by the end of 2025.

“To ensure leadership continuity and a smooth transition, Zimmerman will continue to serve as president and CEO until the Board has appointed a successor,” according to the company’s press release. “He will also continue to serve as a director on the Company’s Board.”

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As a result, the Six Flags Board of Directors has now started the process to find the company’s next CEO “with the assistance of a leading global executive search firm.” The company says both internal and external candidates are being considered for the position.

“On behalf of the Board,

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