United Parks & Resorts (NYSE: PRKS) reassigns Chief Park Operations Officer role

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

United Parks & Resorts Inc. reported a leadership change affecting its park operations team. As of January 1, 2026, Byron Surrett transitioned from his position as Chief Park Operations Officer – Non-Florida Parks to another role within the company. This indicates a reassignment of responsibilities rather than a departure from United Parks & Resorts Inc., suggesting he remains with the organization in a different capacity. The company did not provide additional detail in this report about his new role or any related changes to overall leadership structure.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 30, 2025

United Parks & Resorts Inc.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware			001-35883	27-1220297
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
6240 Sea Harbor Drive
Orlando, Florida				32821
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: 407 226-5011

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share		PRKS		New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

As of January 1, 2026, Byron Surrett transitioned from the role of Chief Park Operations Officer – Non-Florida Parks to another role at United Parks & Resorts Inc.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			UNITED PARKS & RESORTS INC.
Date:	January 6, 2026	By:	/s/ Daniel J. Bollinger
		Name: Title:	Daniel J. Bollinger Associate General Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary

FAQ

What leadership change did United Parks & Resorts Inc. (PRKS) disclose?

United Parks & Resorts Inc. disclosed that, as of January 1, 2026, Byron Surrett moved from the role of Chief Park Operations Officer – Non-Florida Parks to another role at the company.

Did Byron Surrett leave United Parks & Resorts Inc. (PRKS)?

No. The company stated that as of January 1, 2026, Byron Surrett transitioned from his role as Chief Park Operations Officer – Non-Florida Parks to another role at United Parks & Resorts Inc., indicating he remains with the company.

When did the officer role change at United Parks & Resorts Inc. (PRKS) take effect?

The role change for Byron Surrett became effective January 1, 2026, according to the company’s disclosure.

Which executive role at United Parks & Resorts Inc. (PRKS) was affected by this change?

The change involved the position of Chief Park Operations Officer – Non-Florida Parks, previously held by Byron Surrett, who moved to another role within the company.

Does United Parks & Resorts Inc. (PRKS) describe Byron Surrett’s new role?

The company only states that Byron Surrett transitioned to another role at United Parks & Resorts Inc. and does not provide further detail about his new position in this disclosure.

Is this filing about a director or an officer change at United Parks & Resorts Inc. (PRKS)?

The disclosure is made under the item for Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, and specifically describes a change in the role of an officer, Byron Surrett.