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SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. Announces Eight Leadership Promotions and Organizational Changes to Accelerate Business Transformation, Performance and Growth

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Friday, January 27, 2023
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Marc Swanson, Chief Executive Officer of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. said, "I am excited to announce these important leadership promotions and organizational changes that will help us better execute our plans and initiatives, capitalize on opportunities, and deliver improved operational and financial results."

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  • Marc Swanson, Chief Executive Officer of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. said, "I am excited to announce these important leadership promotions and organizational changes that will help us better execute our plans and initiatives, capitalize on opportunities, and deliver improved operational and financial results."
  • She will also be responsible for leading our business development and growth activities.
  • Forrester has been with SeaWorld since 2019, most recently serving as the VP of Finance for the Orlando Parks including SeaWorld, Aquatica and Discovery Cove.
  • Peterson has been with SeaWorld for approximately 30 years and has served as Vice President of Zoological Operations for SeaWorld Orlando since 2019.

Podfest Expo 2023 Coming to Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld® on Jan. 26-29

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Monday, January 16, 2023
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The conference will be hosted at the luxurious Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld®, near celebrated attractions such as SeaWorld® Orlando and the Aquatica water park and International Drive.

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  • The conference will be hosted at the luxurious Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld®, near celebrated attractions such as SeaWorld® Orlando and the Aquatica water park and International Drive.
  • The Renaissance Orlando offers resort-style amenities and participants can enjoy unforgettable experiences at the sparkling pool and the soaring atrium.
  • Other scheduled meet and greets will be held at various locations, including Mist Wine Bar & Tapas and the expo halls.
  • On Sunday, Jan. 29, Podfest Expo will host the Gratitude Brunch Ceremony and award unique prizes for completed treasure maps.

SeaWorld Conservation Fund Makes 10 Emergency Grants to Help Wildlife Organizations Impacted by Hurricane Ian

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the damage caused by Hurricane Ian, the SeaWorld Conservation Fund has made emergency grants to 10 Florida zoological and wildlife rescue organizations impacted by the storm. These emergency grants will help facility recovery efforts and directly benefit various animal species including big cats, iguanas, lemurs, seabirds, sea turtles, wolves and others. Since its creation as a nonprofit foundation in 2003, the SeaWorld Conservation Fund has provided grants to 1,391 organizations across all seven continents. Earlier this year, the Fund surpassed $19 million in grants to support projects for marine animals, ocean health and conservation.

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  • Recipient organizations include fellow zoos, wildlife sanctuaries, rescue and rehabilitation centers and other non-profit groups
    ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the damage caused by Hurricane Ian, the SeaWorld Conservation Fund has made emergency grants to 10 Florida zoological and wildlife rescue organizations impacted by the storm.
  • Since its creation as a nonprofit foundation in 2003, the SeaWorld Conservation Fund has provided grants to 1,391 organizations across all seven continents.
  • "SeaWorld is proud to support our fellow zoological and rescue facilities affected by Hurricane Ian," said Dr. Chris Dold, President of the SeaWorld Conservation Fund.
  • The storm also impacted area zoos including the Naples Zoo who are also an emergency grant recipient of the SeaWorld Conservation Fund.

First-of-its-Kind New Rides to Open in Every SeaWorld Park in 2023 Including the World's First Surf Coaster, the Longest and Fastest Straddle Coaster, and the World's First Launched Flume Coaster

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld announced today that a new first-of-its-kind coaster will open in each of its parks in Spring 2023.  They include the world's first surf coaster in Orlando, the longest and fastest straddle coaster in San Diego, and the world's first launched flume coaster in San Antonio.  The new attractions will bring new experiences for families and thrill enthusiasts alike. Annual Pass Members will be among the first to ride with exclusive ride times.

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  • They include the world's first surf coaster in Orlando, the longest and fastest straddle coaster in San Diego, and the world's first launched flume coaster in San Antonio.
  • "2023 promises to be another exciting year for our SeaWorld parks as we introduce more new rides and experiences that cannot be found elsewhere," said Marc Swanson, CEO of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment.
  • SeaWorld San Antonio 's "Catapult Falls" will feature the world's steepest flume drop, North America's only vertical lift flume coaster, and the tallest flume drop in Texas.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Place and Sea Rescue.

SEAWORLD ENTERTAINMENT, INC. ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER EARNINGS RELEASE DATE AND CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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In conjunction with the release, the Company has scheduled a conference call, which will be broadcast live over the internet on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time.

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  • In conjunction with the release, the Company has scheduled a conference call, which will be broadcast live over the internet on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • The release and the conference call can be accessed via the Company's website at www.SeaWorldInvestors.com .
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Place and Sea Rescue.
  • Copies of this and other news releases as well as additional information about SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. can be obtained online at www.seaworldentertainment.com .

SeaWorld San Diego Announces New Family-Friendly Straddle Coaster, Arctic Rescue, to open in 2023

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld San Diego is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated coaster, Arctic Rescue, will open in Spring 2023. Joining other thrill rides at the theme park, Arctic Rescue will be the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast. This family-friendly multi-launch ride invites guests to hop on a snowmobile and launch at up to 40 mph on a chilly adventure as they race through the unpredictable arctic climate to help animals in danger. With its 48-inch height requirement, adventure seekers of all ages will enjoy the thrills and chills of Arctic Rescue.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld San Diego is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated coaster, Arctic Rescue , will open in Spring 2023.
  • Joining other thrill rides at the theme park, Arctic Rescue will be the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast.
  • With its 48-inch height requirement, adventure seekers of all ages will enjoy the thrills and chills of Arctic Rescue.
  • The best way to experience Arctic Rescue and all that SeaWorld San Diego has to offer is with an Annual Pass.

SeaWorld Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Sea Otter Awareness Week and Welcomes Rescued Southern Sea Otter 'Abby' Back to SeaWorld San Diego

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld San Diego proudly celebrates the 20th anniversary of Sea Otter Awareness Week by welcoming back home Abby, a 15-year-old rescued southern sea otter, after her retirement from Monterey Bay Aquarium's Sea Otter Surrogacy Program. During her time as a surrogate, she successfully raised five orphaned pups. Abby will join five other rescued southern sea otters at SeaWorld's Otter Outlook, including Mocha and Coco, who she previously lived with when she was a young, rescued pup.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld San Diego proudly celebrates the 20th anniversary of Sea Otter Awareness Week by welcoming back home Abby, a 15-year-old rescued southern sea otter, after her retirement from Monterey Bay Aquarium's Sea Otter Surrogacy Program.
  • California's southern sea otter is a keystone species that has been listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act since 1977.
  • California's southern sea otter population were once hunted to near extinction during the maritime fur trade in the 18th and 19th centuries.
  • The Monterey Bay Aquarium Sea Otter Surrogacy Program is a unique approach to rescuing, rearing and returning sea otter pups to the wild.

Baby Dolphin Rescued in July from Clearwater Beach to Remain in SeaWorld Care as NOAA Deems Him Non-Releasable; Public Invited to Vote for His New Name Online

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld Orlando today announced that a neonatal dolphin rescued from Clearwater Beach in Florida in July will remain in its care after the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) determined he cannot survive on his own due to his lack of survival skills stemming from his young age and size at the time of the lifesaving rescue. NOAA placed the dolphin with SeaWorld for long term care because of its ability to meet and exceed the dolphin's unique social and medical needs required for him to thrive.  The public is invited to help choose his new name in an online poll opening today at seaworld.com/babydolphin. The poll closes on Monday, Sept. 26 at 5pm EST.

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  • The public is invited to help choose his new name in an online poll opening today at seaworld.com/babydolphin .
  • We are equally grateful for our partners in the Southeast Stranding Network that handled the rescue and delivered him into our care.
  • While he still has a long road to full recovery, we're proud of the great progress he has made so far.
  • Unfortunately, the dolphin was unable to swim on his own and, after consulting with NOAA, it was decided that the dolphin required off-site rehabilitation.

SeaWorld Partners with Wildlife Authorities and Conservation Groups to Help 10 Endangered and Non-Releasable Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtles

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries, and the conservation groups Cayman Turtle Centre and Turtles Fly Too, to help ten endangered Kemp's Ridley sea turtles as part of an international conservation effort.

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  • Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries, and the conservation groups Cayman Turtle Centre and Turtles Fly Too, to help ten endangered Kemp's Ridley sea turtles as part of an international conservation effort.
  • Fortunately, the Kemp's Ridley sea turtle population began growing as international conservation efforts to reduce their main threats were set in place.
  • As the wild population increased, the project was concluded, and these turtles are the last remaining of this group.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Place and Sea Rescue.

SeaWorld and OCEARCH Renew Partnership to Continue Vital Conservation Research and Protect Marine Life

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to support the conservation of marine life through research, SeaWorld and OCEARCH have renewed their multi-year partnership to gather critical scientific data in the study of keystone marine species in the wild.  The partnership is focused in the areas of rescue, research, education, and policy to advance understanding and help ensure healthy and abundant populations.

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  • SeaWorld continues to support OCEARCH-led research expeditions; SeaWorld scientists join the team aboard research vessels to advance the study of key species
    ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to support the conservation of marine life through research, SeaWorld and OCEARCH have renewed their multi-year partnership to gather critical scientific data in the study of keystone marine species in the wild.
  • Research SeaWorld and OCEARCH share research on tagged animals to make that knowledge widely available and utilize this science to protect and preserve marine animals.
  • Policy Both organizations will continue their work to utilize the open-sourced data from sampled and tagged marine animals to advocate for the protection of marine life.
  • OCEARCH Founder and Expedition Leader Chris Fischer said, "Our partnership with SeaWorld has been an important part of making our research possible.