Eric Bolton Joins Ryman Hospitality Board of Directors

Core Insights - Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. has appointed Eric Bolton to its Board of Directors, effective immediately, increasing the board size from nine to ten members [1][3]. Company Overview - Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. is a leading lodging and hospitality real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in upscale convention center resorts and entertainment experiences [3]. - The company's portfolio includes five of the top seven largest non-gaming convention center hotels in the U.S., with a total of 12,364 rooms and over 3 million square feet of meeting space [3]. - Ryman Hospitality also holds a 70% controlling interest in Opry Entertainment Group, which includes iconic country music brands and various entertainment venues [3]. Leadership Background - Eric Bolton has over 20 years of experience in the REIT sector, having previously led Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. as CEO and currently serving as Executive Chairman [2]. - Bolton's experience in navigating economic cycles and scaling operations aligns with Ryman's management philosophy [2].