SeaWorld San Antonio President Jeff Davis Departs
Jeff Davis left his role as president of SeaWorld San Antonio and Aquatica as United Parks & Resorts reported weaker second-quarter results.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Theme Parks
Jeff Davis has left his position as president of SeaWorld San Antonio and Aquatica, a SeaWorld spokesperson confirmed, and no replacement has been named. The departure comes as United Parks & Resorts reported a 21% drop in second-quarter profit to $63.3 million.
Why it matters
The leadership change at one of San Antonio's largest attractions arrives during a period of declining financial results across United Parks' theme parks. Davis has held the San Antonio post twice, so his exit leaves the local park without a named leader for now.
Attendance across United Parks & Resorts' theme parks fell nearly 3% to 6.1 million visitors in the second quarter, while revenue declined 1.4% to $483.3 million. The company has not said whether the San Antonio leadership change is connected to these results.
The players
Jeff Davis
Jeff Davis is a hospitality and tourism executive with more than 30 years of experience who previously spent 11 years at Sesame Place Philadelphia.
United Parks & Resorts
United Parks & Resorts is a Orlando, Florida-based operator of theme parks including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, and Aquatica.
The details
Davis is moving back to his hometown of Philadelphia to be closer to family. He first became president of SeaWorld San Antonio in May 2024, left in February 2025 to lead Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and returned to San Antonio in August 2025.
Timeline
May 2024: United Parks named Davis president of SeaWorld San Antonio and Aquatica.
February 2025: Davis left San Antonio to become president of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
August 2025: Davis returned as president of SeaWorld San Antonio and Aquatica.
Thursday after publication: United Parks & Resorts is scheduled to report third-quarter earnings.
Season Trajectory
Davis's exit follows a pattern of leadership moves within United Parks, including his 2025 transfer to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and his August 2025 return to San Antonio. The timing coincides with the company's second-quarter decline in profit, revenue, and attendance.
Visitors planning a trip to SeaWorld San Antonio should check current park hours and ticket options directly with the park, since leadership changes can affect operations. The company's declining attendance may also make advance ticket pricing worth comparing.
The takeaway
Leadership transitions at major theme parks can signal shifts in operations, so readers planning visits should watch for official announcements. Checking the company's quarterly reports can also help show how a park's performance is trending.
What happens next
United Parks & Resorts is scheduled to report third-quarter earnings on Thursday after publication, which may include updated attendance and leadership information.
Further reading
For more on the local attraction scene, see Theme Parks coverage in San Antonio.
Source note: This article includes information reported by San Antonio Express-News.
