Marc Gran

Marc Gran has a diverse work experience spanning various roles in the entertainment industry. Marc began their career in 1990 at Six Flags Over Georgia, where they held positions such as General Sales Manager, Sponsorship Director, and Regional Sales Manager. During their time there, they achieved significant sales goals, developed integrated marketing campaigns, and managed a large team.

In 2004, Gran moved on to Six Flags White Water/American Adventures as a Marketing Manager, where they successfully managed the Marketing Department and created the park's Group Sales strategic plan.

Following their time at Six Flags, Gran joined PARC Management as the National Director of Sales, overseeing Group Sales operations for eight theme park and water park properties across the United States. Marc achieved company-wide revenue goals and grew the business by 5% in major categories.

Gran then worked at Andretti Indoor Karting and Games as the Sponsorship Manager and Sales Manager, where they focused on increasing top-line revenues and expanding the sales team.

Marc later transitioned to Seller's Edge Training, where they served as a Sales Trainer, Consultant, and Owner. In this role, Gran utilized their extensive Group Sales and training background to develop sales teams, facilitate sales training programs, and provide consulting services for venues in the entertainment industry.

Gran then joined Herschend Family Entertainment, where they held the position of Senior Sales Manager. Marc managed sales activities, developed strategies to meet sales goals, implemented new systems, and conducted sales training for multiple properties.

Currently, Marc Gran is employed at Cedar Fair Entertainment Company as the Regional Sales Director for Carowinds, Kings Dominion, and Dorney Park. Marc is responsible for directing and leading the Corporate and Youth sales teams, developing sales plans and strategies, managing relationships, and identifying new target markets. Additionally, they oversee sales training and development.

Throughout their career, Marc Gran has consistently demonstrated strong leadership skills, sales expertise, and the ability to exceed sales targets.

Marc Gran attended Libertyville High School from 1982 to 1986. Marc then went on to Northern Illinois University, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Marketing from 1986 to 1990.