ESTES PARK, Colo. (Oct. 15, 2026) – Susie Hochstetler of Estes Park has been appointed to the Visit Estes Park (VEP) Board of Directors following approval by the Estes Park Town Board at its regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13. Hochstetler will serve a four-year term beginning Jan. 1, 2027.
“We are excited to welcome Susie to the Visit Estes Park Board,” said Nick Smith, VEP Board Chair. “She brings a deep understanding of what makes Estes Park special, and that perspective is what our board needs as we balance a thriving visitor economy with the quality of life our residents value. We’re grateful for the long commitment Susie and her family have shown this community, and we look forward to the energy and insight she’ll bring to the table.”
Hochstetler is the chief financial officer of Hochstetler Resorts, a family-owned group of boutique hotels in Estes Park that includes the Silver Moon Inn, Hotel Estes, Appenzell Inn and Estes Mountain Inn. The family recently acquired a fifth property, Olympus Lodge, which is undergoing renovations with plans to reopen in spring 2027.
“I'm honored to have the opportunity to serve on the VEP Board of Directors. Estes Park has been my home for most of my life, and I've seen firsthand how important tourism is to our local businesses and community,” said Hochstetler. “I'm excited to bring my experience and perspective to the board and help support a strong, sustainable future for Estes Park that benefits both our residents and visitors.”
Hochstetler grew up working in hotel operations and today oversees the company’s financial strategy, financial oversight, marketing, and acquisitions. She studied business and finance at The Evergreen State College in Washington.
The VEP Board of Directors meetings are open to the public and held on the third Thursday of each month.
About Visit Estes Park
Visit Estes Park (VEP) is the official Destination Management Marketing Organization for Estes Park, Colorado. A Destinations International (DI) accredited DMMO, VEP’s mission is to drive sustainable year-round economic growth by encouraging visitor demand, promoting tourism, and supporting the businesses and community that rely on it. Estes Park, just 90 minutes from Denver, is the basecamp for Rocky Mountain National Park and offers resident wildlife, world-class outdoor adventure, scenic beauty, dining, shopping, and a thriving arts and culture scene. Learn more about Visit Estes Park at VisitEstesPark.com.
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MEDIA CONTACT
Papae I. Litchfield
Advocacy, Communications, & External Affairs Manager
papae@visitestespark.com
