CCW Orlando | January 2026
Headliners
Damola Adamolekun
Award-winning CEO transforming iconic restaurant brands.
As CEO of Red Lobster, Damola Adamolekun has led the iconic global restaurant chain through strategic
growth, innovation, and a focus on rebuilding customer trust. Recognized by Fortune as one of the 100
most powerful people in business, he previously served as CEO of P.F. Chang’s and Partner at Paulson &
Co., bringing deep experience in hospitality, healthcare, and private equity. On the front lines of coursecorrecting strategy and making feedback a boardroom priority, Damola has been featured in major
outlets including The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and Harvard Business Review, and has been honored
with multiple GLOBEE Leadership Awards as well as recognition on Nation’s Restaurant News’ Power List
of the industry’s most inspiring leaders.
Ryan Minton
Inspiring organizations worldwide to elevate customer and employee engagement.
Ryan Minton is a Best-Selling Author, International Keynote Speaker, and former senior executive with
leading hospitality brands including Hilton, Marriott, and IHG. With over 20 years of experience, he is
recognized for driving record growth and creating exceptional customer and employee experiences.
Named one of the World’s Best Speakers in both Hospitality and Customer Experience by Global Gurus,
Ryan inspires audiences worldwide with his powerful storytelling and actionable insights.
