Jeppson named new vice president of operations for DNC at Yosemite | Sierra Star

Delaware North Companies (DNC) Parks & Resorts at Yosemite, Inc. has announced the appointment of Paul Jeppson as vice president of operations. Reporting to DNC Parks & Resorts at Yosemite President, Dan Jensen, Jeppson will lead all DNC Parks & Resorts at Yosemite operations including lodging, food service, transportation, retail and guest services.

Jeppson brings more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, a majority of which came at the executive level. Prior to joining DNC, Jeppson served as vice president of hospitality at Keystone Resort where he received several awards, including Highest Brand Standard in 2011, Legendary Service in 2012 and Environmental Awards in 2006 and 2009. Jeppson’s previous roles include positions as vice president at The Lodge at Vail and general manager at The Seasons at Avon. He also spent seven years as the director of lodging and property management at Beaver Creek.

“Paul Jeppson’s vast experience in the hospitality industry is an extremely valuable asset to DNC,” said Dan Jensen. “We are proud of our operations and environmental programs, and are thrilled to have someone of Paul’s caliber join our team in Yosemite.”

Jeppson is based in Yosemite National Park. He has two college-age daughters and will be joined in Yosemite by his wife, Teri. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Massachusetts.