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December
2017
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16:40 PM
America/New_York

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Names New Vice President, Finance & Treasurer

Hershey, PA – December 12, 2017 – Last week, the Board of Directors of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company (HE&R) approved the promotion of Wendy McClintock to Vice President, Finance & Treasurer, and her appointment to the company’s Executive Committee. McClintock, a 17-year veteran of HE&R’s finance team, will continue reporting directly to Dave Lavery, Chief Financial Officer, and oversee the daily financial operation of the company.

“Wendy is poised to take on a larger role within our organization and the finance department,” said Dave Lavery, Chief Financial Officer, HE&R. “Moving forward, she will be responsible for overseeing all financial-related matters including financial strategies, analysis, reporting, accounting operations and procurement, while I increase my focus on long-term planning and strategic initiatives across the company.”

Throughout her tenure with HE&R, McClintock served in a variety of roles including Manager of Business Analysis and Internal Audit, Director of Insurance, Assistant Corporate Controller and Assistant Treasurer. Recently, she led the negotiation of a new five year $150 million revolving credit facility in support of the company’s strategic plan.

“I am grateful for this opportunity. It's an exciting time for HE&R and I’m eager to work with the teams across our properties to launch new initiatives and projects,” said Wendy McClintock, Vice President, Finance & Treasurer, HE&R. “I’ve always been proud to work for a company with a core purpose of supporting the legacy of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, by supporting Milton Hershey School.”

Prior to joining HE&R, McClintock worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers and BISYS Insurance Services. A native of Berwick, PA, she earned a BS in Accounting from Kings College and is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Treasury Professional. McClintock is active in a number of community groups and professional organizations, including serving as co-chair of HE&R’s Women in Leadership initiative.

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About HE&R: Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company is a world-class entertainment and hospitality company dedicated to preserving the legacy of Milton S. Hershey. Founded in 1927 by Milton S. Hershey, HE&R and its subsidiaries own and/or operate the Hersheypark Entertainment Complex, Hersheypark Arena & Stadium, ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park, Hershey Bears AHL Hockey Club, Giant Center arena, The Hotel HersheyHershey LodgeHersheypark Camping Resort, The Spa At The Hotel HersheyMeltSpa by HersheyHershey Country Club and Hershey Golf Collection, Hershey Nursery, and Hershey Laundry & Dry Cleaning. For additional information about HE&R, visit www.HersheyPA.com.

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Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company is proud to help fulfill the dream of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, by providing value to Milton Hershey School, the largest home and school in the world, as it continues to provide opportunities for children in need.