ARAMARK Parks and Destinations has named Eric Johnson vice president of operations for Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas and the Southwest Region. Prior to this promotion, Johnson was ARAMARK’s finance director for Lake Powell and the Southwest Region. He succeeds David Sloma who has been promoted to lead the company’s Pacific Northwest Region operations.
“Eric brings exceptional insights in guest services and a wealth of industry expertise to his new role,” said Bob Marshall, ARAMARK Parks and Destinations’ senior vice president. “Keeping and promoting quality talent within ARAMARK helps our organization maintain positive relationships with its customers and partners and helps assure our guests quality experiences.”
As vice president of operations for the Southwest Region, his responsibilities encompass leading the operations at Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas (Utah/Arizona), Wilderness River Adventures (Utah/Arizona), and Kartchner Caverns State Park (Arizona).
Johnson joined ARAMARK in 2002 as director of compliance for the Sports and Entertainment division before being promoted to regional finance director. During his nine years at ARAMARK, he has made significant contributions in the area of finance as well as strategic business partnerships.
Prior to joining ARAMARK, Johnson was a senior associate with the Audit/Business Advisory Services for PricewaterhouseCoopers in New York. He holds a B.S. Degree in Accounting from Kings College, Pennsylvania and an MBA Degree from Saint Joseph’s University’s Haub School of Business, Pennsylvania. Eric and his family reside in Page, Arizona.
About Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas
Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas provides houseboat and powerboat rentals, lodging, scenic tours and slip services. For more information, visit www.lakepowell.com or www.facebook.com/visitlakepowell. Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas, managed by ARAMARK, is an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
About Wilderness River Adventures
Wilderness River Adventures, managed by ARAMARK, is an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service, providing visitors with a variety of awe-inspiring journeys on the Colorado River. From longer multi-day Grand Canyon river rafting adventures to shorter Canyonlands/Cataract Canyon adventures, there’s a Wilderness River package for everyone. For more information, visit www.riveradventures.com or www.facebook.com/wildernessriveradventures
About Kartchner Caverns State Park®
Kartchner Caverns State Park® in Southeastern Arizona features a stunning and pristine limestone cave with world-class features that have been protected since its discovery in 1974. ARAMARK Parks and Destinations is the authorized concessioner and manages food and beverage and retail operations at Kartchner Caverns State Park®. For more information, visit www.apd-kartchnercaverns.com.
About ARAMARK Parks and Destinations
ARAMARK Parks and Destinations, a division of ARAMARK, delivers authentic and memorable experiences at national and state parks, national forests, specialty hotels, museums, and other tourist destinations throughout the United States. In partnership with its clients, ARAMARK Parks and Destinations seeks to enhance the guest experience by offering industry-leading hospitality, environmental stewardship, recreational, and interpretive programs. For more information on ARAMARK Parks and Destinations and each of its properties, visit www.aramarkparksanddestinations.com.