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Eric Bolton Joins Ryman Hospitality Board of Directors

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Ryman Hospitality Properties (NYSE:RHP), a leading lodging and hospitality REIT, has appointed veteran REIT executive Eric Bolton to its Board of Directors, effective August 7, 2025. Bolton, who served as CEO of Mid-America Apartment Communities (NYSE:MAA) from 2001 to March 2025, brings extensive experience in scaling real estate operations and navigating economic cycles.

Bolton currently serves as Executive Chairman of MAA's Board of Directors and is also on the Board of EastGroup Properties. With his appointment, RHP's Board expands from nine to ten directors. The company's leadership views Bolton's expertise as valuable for their portfolio growth strategy.

Ryman Hospitality Properties (NYSE:RHP), un importante REIT nel settore dell'ospitalità e dell'accoglienza, ha nominato il veterano del settore REIT Eric Bolton nel suo Consiglio di Amministrazione, con effetto dal 7 agosto 2025. Bolton, che è stato CEO di Mid-America Apartment Communities (NYSE:MAA) dal 2001 fino a marzo 2025, porta con sé una vasta esperienza nella crescita delle operazioni immobiliari e nella gestione dei cicli economici.

Attualmente, Bolton ricopre il ruolo di Presidente Esecutivo del Consiglio di Amministrazione di MAA ed è anche membro del Consiglio di EastGroup Properties. Con la sua nomina, il Consiglio di RHP passa da nove a dieci membri. La leadership dell’azienda considera l’esperienza di Bolton preziosa per la strategia di crescita del portafoglio.

Ryman Hospitality Properties (NYSE:RHP), un destacado REIT en el sector de alojamiento y hospitalidad, ha nombrado al veterano ejecutivo de REIT Eric Bolton en su Junta Directiva, con efecto a partir del 7 de agosto de 2025. Bolton, quien fue CEO de Mid-America Apartment Communities (NYSE:MAA) desde 2001 hasta marzo de 2025, aporta una amplia experiencia en la expansión de operaciones inmobiliarias y en la gestión de ciclos económicos.

Actualmente, Bolton es Presidente Ejecutivo de la Junta Directiva de MAA y también forma parte de la Junta de EastGroup Properties. Con su nombramiento, la Junta de RHP se amplía de nueve a diez directores. La dirección de la empresa valora la experiencia de Bolton como un activo importante para la estrategia de crecimiento de su cartera.

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현재 Bolton은 MAA 이사회의 집행 의장� 맡고 있으� EastGroup Properties 이사회에� 참여하고 있습니다. 그의 임명으로 RHP 이사회는 9명에� 10명으� 확대되었습니�. 회사 경영진은 Bolton� 전문 지식을 포트폴리� 성장 전략� 매우 가� 있게 보고 있습니다.

Ryman Hospitality Properties (NYSE:RHP), un REIT de premier plan dans le secteur de l'hébergement et de l'hospitalité, a nommé l'expérimenté cadre REIT Eric Bolton à son conseil d'administration, à compter du 7 août 2025. Bolton, qui a été PDG de Mid-America Apartment Communities (NYSE:MAA) de 2001 à mars 2025, apporte une vaste expérience dans le développement des opérations immobilières et la gestion des cycles économiques.

Bolton est actuellement président exécutif du conseil d'administration de MAA et siège également au conseil d'EastGroup Properties. Avec sa nomination, le conseil d'administration de RHP passe de neuf à dix membres. La direction de l'entreprise considère l'expertise de Bolton comme un atout précieux pour la stratégie de croissance du portefeuille.

Ryman Hospitality Properties (NYSE:RHP), ein führender REIT im Bereich Unterkunft und Gastgewerbe, hat den erfahrenen REIT-Manager Eric Bolton mit Wirkung zum 7. August 2025 in seinen Vorstand berufen. Bolton war von 2001 bis März 2025 CEO von Mid-America Apartment Communities (NYSE:MAA) und verfügt über umfangreiche Erfahrung im Ausbau von Immobilienbetrieben und im Umgang mit Wirtschaftszyklen.

Derzeit ist Bolton Executive Chairman des Vorstands von MAA und Mitglied im Vorstand von EastGroup Properties. Mit seiner Ernennung erweitert sich der RHP-Vorstand von neun auf zehn Mitglieder. Die Unternehmensführung sieht in Boltons Expertise einen wertvollen Beitrag zur Wachstumsstrategie des Portfolios.

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  • Addition of experienced REIT executive with over 20 years of leadership at MAA
  • Expansion of board expertise in scaling operations and economic cycle management
  • Strategic alignment with company's growth objectives
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP) (the “Company�), a leading lodging and hospitality real estate investment trust that specializes in upscale convention center resorts and entertainment experiences, announced that veteran REIT executive Eric Bolton has been appointed to its Board of Directors (the “Board�), effective today.

“We are pleased to welcome Eric to our Board, who, for more than 20 years, led Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (NYSE: MAA) (“MAA�), a leading residential real estate investment trust that owns and operates apartment communities,� said Colin Reed, Executive Chairman of Ryman Hospitality Properties. “His disciplined approach to scaling MAA and his proven track record for navigating challenging economic cycles align closely with our management philosophy. I am confident his insights will be valuable to our team as our portfolio continues to grow.�

Mr. Bolton has served as Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of MAA since April 2025. From October 2001 to March 31, 2025, he served as CEO of MAA. Mr. Bolton continues to serve as Chairman of the Board of MAA, a position he has held since September 2002. Mr. Bolton obtained his B.B.A. from the University of Memphis and his MBA from the University of North Texas. Mr. Bolton also serves on the Board of Directors of EastGroup Properties (NYSE: EGP). He is a member of the Advisory Board of Governors of the National Association of AG˹ٷ Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT).

In connection with Mr. Bolton’s appointment to the Board, the size of the Board will increase from nine (9) directors to ten (10) directors, effective as of today. Prior to his appointment, the Board was comprised of:

  • Rachna Bhasin, Founder/CEO, EQ Partners
  • Alvin Bowles Jr., Partner, AlphaAI
  • Mark Fioravanti, President & Chief Executive Officer, Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc.
  • William E. Haslam, Private Investor and Former Governor of Tennessee
  • Erin Helgren, Chief Executive Officer of OfficeSpace Software Inc.
  • Christine Pantoya, Chief Revenue Officer, Kiswe Mobile Inc.
  • Robert Prather Jr., President & CEO, Heartland Media, LLC
  • Colin Reed, Executive Chairman, Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc.
  • Michael Roth, Former Chairman and CEO, The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.

About Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc.

Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP) is a leading lodging and hospitality real estate investment trust that specializes in upscale convention center resorts and entertainment experiences. The Company’s holdings include Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center; Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center; Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center; Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center; and Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, five of the top seven largest non-gaming convention center hotels in the United States based on total indoor meeting space. The Company also owns the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa and JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa as well as two ancillary hotels adjacent to our Gaylord Hotels properties. The Company’s hotel portfolio is managed by Marriott International and includes a combined total of 12,364 rooms as well as more than 3 million square feet of total indoor and outdoor meeting space in top convention and leisure destinations across the country. RHP also owns an approximate 70% controlling ownership interest in Opry Entertainment Group (“OEG�), which is composed of entities owning a growing collection of iconic and emerging country music brands, including the Grand Ole Opry; Ryman Auditorium; WSM 650 AM; Ole Red; Category 10; Nashville-area attractions; Block 21, a mixed-use entertainment, lodging, office and retail complex, including the W Austin Hotel and the ACL Live at the Moody Theater, located in downtown Austin, Texas; and a majority interest in Southern Entertainment, a leading festival and events business. RHP operates OEG as its Entertainment segment in a taxable REIT subsidiary, and its results are consolidated in the Company’s financial results.

Investor Relations Contacts:

Mark Fioravanti, President and Chief Executive Officer
(615) 316-6588
[email protected]

Jennifer Hutcheson, Chief Financial Officer
(615) 316-6320
[email protected]

Sarah Martin, Vice President, Investor Relations
(615) 316-6011
[email protected]
Media Contact:

Shannon Sullivan, Vice President, Corporate and Brand Communications
(615) 316-6725
[email protected]

FAQ

Who is Eric Bolton and why did RHP appoint him to their Board of Directors?

Eric Bolton is a veteran REIT executive who served as CEO of Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) from 2001 to 2025. He was appointed to RHP's board for his extensive experience in scaling operations and navigating economic cycles.

How many directors are now on Ryman Hospitality Properties' (RHP) board after Eric Bolton's appointment?

Following Eric Bolton's appointment on August 7, 2025, the RHP Board expanded from 9 to 10 directors.

What is Eric Bolton's current role at MAA?

Eric Bolton currently serves as Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors at MAA, a position he has held since April 2025, and continues as Chairman of the Board, a role he's held since 2002.

What other board positions does Eric Bolton hold?

Eric Bolton serves on the Board of Directors of EastGroup Properties (NYSE:EGP) and is a member of the Advisory Board of Governors of the National Association of AG˹ٷ Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT).
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