Kelly Griffith is a distinguished executive leader with over 25 years of experience in the retail and food retail industries, where he has consistently driven operational excellence, strategic growth, and transformative leadership. With a proven track record of managing multibillion-dollar enterprises and founding successful ventures, Kelly offers a rare blend of strategic foresight, executional rigor, and people-focused leadership.

Currently the founder and president of KKG Management Advisors, Kelly advises food suppliers and retail service providers on business strategy and growth. In this role, he serves on multiple advisory boards, helping companies navigate competitive landscapes and strengthen their market positioning. His extensive expertise spans both supplier and vendor relationships, giving him a well-rounded and nuanced view of the industry.

Previously, Kelly served as executive vice president of retail operations at Albertsons/Safeway, where he led six divisions generating over $30 billion in annual revenue and more than $500 million in net profit. He played a pivotal role in the post-merger integration of the two retail giants, developing new organizational structures and operational standards that became the foundation of long-term success.

Earlier, as president and managing partner of Pro-Motion Partners, Kelly founded a thriving food brokerage firm, representing 10+ CPG suppliers and launching over 100 new items, including private label products. His oversight of promotional planning, purchase orders, and trade funding demonstrated his deep command of merchandising strategy and execution.

Kelly also held senior leadership roles at Safeway, including president of corporate merchandising and division president of the Portland Division. He led the creation of lasting marketing programs such as $5 Friday, which continues to drive peak weekly sales, and was a key contributor to Safeway’s “Just for U” loyalty platform—an innovation in customer engagement and personalization.

A sought-after speaker, Kelly frequently addresses topics such as career development through networking, mentorship, and leadership in the retail sector. He is currently active on three advisory boards, with extensive experience collaborating with publicly traded companies.

Kelly holds a bachelor of arts in business management from Bellevue University, graduating magna cum laude, and was recognized as an executive in residence at the USC Marshall School of Business. He is passionate about sports, cars, and travel, and brings a spirit of continuous learning and contribution to both his personal and professional life.

Now seeking expanded board opportunities, Kelly Griffith is committed to applying his deep industry knowledge, governance experience, and operational insight to help companies achieve sustainable growth and long-term value creation.

Character: Kelly is a values-driven leader known for integrity, mentorship, and a commitment to developing diverse, high-performing teams.

Knowledge: He brings deep expertise in food retail operations, merchandising, and supplier/vendor dynamics gained from over 25 years in executive roles.

Strategic: Kelly has consistently executed large-scale transformations and growth strategies, including overseeing $30B in revenue and leading successful merger integrations.

Communication: As a seasoned speaker and advisor, he effectively communicates vision, inspires teams, and engages stakeholders at all levels, including boards and public audiences.