Ann-Kathrin Mack has been named an additional managing partner of Europa-Park, Germany’s largest theme park.
Mack is the daughter of Marianne and Roland Mack. An architect, she has held a leading position in the company for nine years and is already responsible for the Mack Solutions/Construction Management division.
In her new role as managing partner, she will also take on responsibility for the marketing, sales and digital division.
After completing her degrees in architecture, Mack gained extensive experience at renowned architectural firms, and at theme parks across the world.
With this appointment, she is the first woman in the company’s nearly 250-year history to join the management board.
Other managing partners at Europa-Park are Jürgen Mack, Michael Mack and Thomas Mack.
First woman to be appointed to management board
In a joint statement, Roland Mack and Jürgen Mack said: “In her role overseeing numerous construction projects in recent years, Ann-Kathrin has impressively demonstrated that she is able to combine functionality, aesthetics and unique theming in an ideal way.
“With her appointment to the management board, we are ensuring the continued development of our family business and guaranteeing that our visitors will continue to be thrilled every day.”
Europa-Park was founded in 1975 by Roland Mack and his father Franz. The family-owned destination showcases innovative attractions designed and built by Mack Rides.
The park’s 14th coaster, Voltron Nevera, opened in the new Croatia-themed area in 2024.
The resort, which has six hotels, also includes the €180 million Rulantica water park.
In more news, Europa-Park is creating a new interactive dark ride inspired by its mascots Ed & Edda for this year.
Images courtesy of Europa-Park
