Keith King

About Keith King

Global growth executive with 25+ years leading billion-dollar platforms across sports, live events & hospitality.Former President of International and Chief Legal & Talent Officer at Centerplate with leadership roles at Oak View Group and IHOP.Founder of Gameday Advisory advising sports, venue, and hospitality platforms having led $1B+ in premium hospitality and retail merchandise growth tied to the world’s biggest events—Super Bowls, Olympics, & European Football, specializing in turning underutilized inventory into high-margin revenue.Keith has built his career partnering with the CEO to help make their backers money and deliver unprecedented results, inlcuding helping 4 of the big 6 live event hospitality companies secure over $7B in new business and $1.3B in PE exits. This includes Centerplate, where he helped lead the company to eight consecutive years of record growth and profitability, achieving over 100% revenue gains. His leadership extended to delivering world-class live event hospitality for iconic global events. During his tenure at Centerplate, they also maintained the prestigious Royal Warrant for food service, a testament to excellence commissioned by Her Majesty the Queen.Beyond his achievements at Centerplate, Keith contributed to IHOP’s turnaround and global growth efforts, playing a key role in the $2.1 billion acquisition of Applebee’s International, doubling IHOP’s stock value. Recently, he’s supported both Oak View Group and Levy Restaurants\' efforts in securing long-term F&B rights at premiere venues. A former Team USA Speedskater, American record holder and scholarship athlete at the U.S. Olympic Education Center, Keith remains committed to high-performance standards, holding committee roles with Team USA and the ISU to promote excellence on and off the field of play.Here’s a sample: Tripled EBITDA and increased top-line revenue by 225% to $1.3B over three years with $1B+ in full P&L responsibility. Successfully led global expansion efforts for Centerplate at premier venues including Athletico Madrid, Warner Bros UK, Tottenham, Liverpool, Levi\'s Stadium, Hard Rock Stadium, and Yum Center. Secured operating rights for Centerplate at 6 Super Bowls, 3 World Series, Stanley Cup Finals, and the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Games. Contributed to IHOP\'s successful turnaround and restructuring as a Director driving global growth and managing the $2.1B acquisition of Applebee\'s. Open to CEO, President, and Chief Growth Officer roles in sports, hospitality, live events, and global consumer platforms

Experience

1. Business Strategy Consultant

   Levy Restaurants

   Jan 2023 — Present · US

   Senior Business Strategy Consultant • Advised on and executed strategic initiatives to secure high-profile partnerships with premier venues, including the $100 million Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, CA, and the University of St. Thomas. • Developed and implemented tailored business strategies, leveraging deep expertise and contacts in sports, live entertainment, and hospitality to drive deal revenue growth and operational efficiency. • Supports Levy Restaurants in portfolio expansion by aligning with client goals and delivering innovative solutions tailored to world-class venues.

Education

• U.S. Olympic Education Center

  Bachelor of Science - BS, (USOEC) United States Olympic Education Center

• Southwestern Law School

  Doctor of Law (J.D. - LLM), Concentration in Sports & Entertainment Law - Corporate Law