Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation CEO Colin Hilton Dies at 58
Colin Hilton, the president and CEO of the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the age of 58. Hilton led the foundation for over two decades, overseeing the venues from the 2002 Winter Olympics…
Salt Lake City, UT, August 23, 2026 —
Colin Hilton, who served as the president and CEO of the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation for more than 20 years, died on Friday, August 21, 2026. He was 58 years old.
Hilton was instrumental in guiding the foundation, which is responsible for the ongoing operation and utilization of the venues that hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. Under his leadership, the foundation worked to ensure these facilities remained active and accessible for athletes and the wider community.
The Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation announced Hilton’s passing. The foundation has appointed Calum Clark to serve as the acting CEO and president following Hilton’s death.
Hilton’s tenure at the helm of the foundation spanned over two decades, during which he played a significant role in maintaining the legacy of the 2002 Olympic Games through the sustained use of its sporting venues.
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