David Heaton

David Heaton serves as the Corporate Director of Operations at MetroLagoons since March 2023, following a tenure as Senior Vice President of Operations at Fun Spot America Theme Parks. Previously, David held various positions at Universal Parks & Resorts, including Senior Manager of Attractions Operations, and at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, where significant accomplishments included achieving record EBITDA at Aquatica Orlando and spearheading innovative revenue initiatives. David's career also includes valuable experience as a Realtor at Wemert Group Realty and as Operations Manager, where a focus on training, safety, and accountability led to enhanced productivity. Education credentials include attendance at Christopher Newport University and Saint Leo University.