California's Great America announced that Manuel 'Manny' Gonzalez, an executive with global experience in the entertainment and hospitality industries, has joined the park as Vice President and General Manager. Prior to joining California's Great America, Gonzalez served as Managing Partner at RX Entertainment, a global attraction and consulting group. He has also held leadership roles at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, The Miami-Dade Zoological Park and Gardens, and Six Flags, where he oversaw tremendous growth and expansion, including opening the company's first international park in Mexico.