Westgate Resorts

Westgate Resorts is the largest privately held timeshare resort club in the world, operating more than 60 resort properties in premier vacation destinations across the United States. Founded in 1982, the company employs 9,000 Team Members and serves millions of guests annually with spacious vacation villa accommodations and resort-style amenities. It is also the largest privately held corporation in Central Florida.

The portfolio spans destinations including Orlando, Las Vegas, Gatlinburg, Park City, New York City, Myrtle Beach, Cocoa Beach and Williamsburg. In 2025 the company acquired VI Resorts, extending its reach into the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, Canada and Mexico. Leadership is under CEO Jim Gissy. The business began as Central Florida Investments (CFI), operating out of a garage with a single 16-unit property in Orlando, Florida.

Westgate operates across hospitality, timeshare and vacation ownership, resorts, travel and tourism, and resort property. The company reports significant economic impact and job creation in Central Florida. The Westgate Resorts Foundation distributes more than $2 million annually to over 100 charitable organisations, alongside a stated commitment to community engagement.