Scott Drake was promoted to president and CEO of CEC Entertainment, which is the parent company of Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza. He succeeds Dave McKillips, who had served in that role since 2020.
Scott DrakeDrake joined CEC in 2024 as the multiconcept operator’s chief financial officer. His background includes leadership roles at Farner Brothers Coffee Co., GameStop Corp and 7-Eleven.
This leadership transition comes after Chuck E. Cheese recently completed a systemwide remodel and brand refresh, per a company release. CEC has launched multiple initiatives including brand extensions such as the Chuck E. Cheese Adventure World concept and the development of Chuck E. Cheese in licensing and entertainment.
In 2026, CEC plans to continue expanding its footprint through new Chuck E. Cheese Adventure World locations, the growth of its Mega-Superhero Playgrounds, and additional resort-based Chuck's Arcades, the release added. It will also debut its first Chuck E. Cheese in the UK as it continues expanding its international presence.
