Damola Adamolekun

Damola Adamolekun

Keynote Speaker: Chief Executive Officer of Red Lobster

Damola Adamolekun Biography

Damola Adamolekun is the Chief Executive Officer of the beloved global restaurant chain Red Lobster, where he leads the company in strategic initiatives ensuring the continued growth and success of one of the most important hospitality brands in the world. Mr. Adamolekun has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 most powerful people in business.

Mr. Adamolekun also previously served as a Chief Executive Officer and Director of P.F. Chang's, and as a Partner at Paulson & Co., a New York based investment firm and the principal owner of P.F. Chang’s, where he played a vital role in the sourcing and subsequent management of several of the firm’s largest investments with a focus on hospitality and healthcare services. Mr. Adamolekun also served as an Operating Partner at Garnett Station Partners.

Mr. Adamolekun has been featured in numerous publications including the Wall Street Journal, Today Show, CBS Evening News, CNN, Fortune, Forbes, Business Insider, Fox Business, Bloomberg News, Yahoo Finance, CNBC, Nation’s Restaurant News, Time Out New York, New York Business Journal, and the Harvard Business Review.

Previously, Mr. Adamolekun has worked in the Investment Banking Division of Goldman Sachs and as a Private Equity Associate at TPG Capital. Mr. Adamolekun serves on the board of P.F. Chang’s, Inday, and the National Restaurant Association, and has previously served on the board of directors of International Tower Hill Mines (NYSE: THM) from and as a Board Observer for Bausch Health Companies (NYSE: BHC).

Mr. Adamolekun has been recognized with three GLOBEE Leadership Gold awards for CEO of the Year: Food and Beverage, CEO of the Year: Hospitality, Travel, Recreation, Leisure, and Top CEO of the Year: The Rising Star, as well as a GLOBEE Leadership Silver award for CEO Achievers: Transformational Leader of the Year, and was named in Nation’s Restaurant News’ Power List among the most innovative and inspiring leaders in the restaurant industry.

Mr. Adamolekun received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from Brown University, where he was a member of the Ivy League champion Brown Football team and served as President of the Brown Investment Group, and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School, where he served as Portfolio Manager for the HBS Investment Club.

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Damola Adamolekun Videos

Damola Adamolekun On Being The CEO Of 'Red Lobster' Saving ...
Damola Adamolekun (CEO of P.F. Chang's) in-conversation at ...
Red Lobster’s new CEO explains what went wrong with endless shrimp

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Damola Adamolekun is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Executive Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Hospitality and Black Heritage.

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Damola Adamolekun is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Leadership, Business Leadership and Strategic Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Damola Adamolekun for live events is $50,000 - $100,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Damola Adamolekun generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daymond John, Josh Linkner and Peter Guber. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Damola Adamolekun for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/11/2025.

Damola Adamolekun Videos

Damola Adamolekun On Being The CEO Of 'Red Lobster' Saving ...
Damola Adamolekun (CEO of P.F. Chang's) in-conversation at ...
Red Lobster’s new CEO explains what went wrong with endless shrimp
Inside Red Lobster's CEO's Routine From When He Was Running P.F. Chang's
  • How do I book Damola Adamolekun to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Damola Adamolekun for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Damola Adamolekun, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Damola Adamolekun or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Damola Adamolekun for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Damola Adamolekun, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Damola Adamolekun, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Damola Adamolekun speak about?

    Damola Adamolekun is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Executive Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Hospitality and Black Heritage.
  • Where does Damola Adamolekun travel from?

    Damola Adamolekun generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Damola Adamolekun?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Damola Adamolekun for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Damola Adamolekun for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Damola Adamolekun or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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