ZCG-Backed Affinity Interactive Appoints Pat Murphy as Chief Financial Officer

Proven Gaming and Hospitality Finance Leader to Lead Financial Strategy at Affinity Interactive and Broader Apex Hospitality Platform

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Affinity Interactive (“Affinity”), the omni-channel media, online, and gaming industry leader backed by Z Capital Group, LLC (“ZCG”), today announced the appointment of Pat Murphy as Chief Financial Officer. In this role, Mr. Murphy will lead financial strategy and operations at Affinity and across the broader Apex Hospitality integrated hospitality and consumer brand platform, which includes Affinity, Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG), Pink Taco, and Mrs. Fields.

Mr. Murphy will oversee enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis, capital allocation, treasury, and operational finance, supporting continued growth, performance optimization, and strategic initiatives across the platform.

Mr. Murphy brings more than 25 years of experience in financial leadership across the gaming, hospitality, and broader corporate sectors. He has a strong track record of driving financial performance, enhancing operational efficiency, and leading complex finance organizations through periods of growth and transformation.

Prior to joining Affinity, Mr. Murphy served as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway, a Penn Entertainment property, where he oversaw financial operations across multiple properties and led key capital initiatives, contributing to strong EBITDA growth and operational performance.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Murphy held senior leadership roles at MGM Resorts International, including Vice President of Finance and Treasurer, where he was responsible for enterprise-wide treasury and financial planning functions, driving improvements in liquidity management, cost control, and capital efficiency.

“Pat brings deep financial and operational expertise across gaming and hospitality, with a proven ability to drive performance and execute complex financial strategies,” said James J. Zenni, Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of ZCG. “As we continue to scale Affinity and the Apex Hospitality platform, his leadership will be critical in strengthening our financial foundation, supporting growth initiatives, and driving long-term value across the platform.”

In this role, Mr. Murphy will work closely with platform leadership and operating teams to support strategic decision-making, enhance financial discipline, and advance key growth and investment initiatives across Apex Hospitality.

About Apex Hospitality

Apex Hospitality is an integrated hospitality and consumer brand organization, operating across dining, entertainment, and e-commerce. Formed through the strategic alignment of Affinity Interactive, Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG), Pink Taco, and Mrs. Fields, the platform brings together nationally recognized restaurant concepts, iconic consumer products, and digital capabilities under one scalable, integrated model. For more information, visit www.theapexhospitality.com.

About Affinity Interactive

Affinity Interactive is an omni-channel media, online, and gaming industry leader with an expanded suite of casino and online gaming offerings. Combining leading regional casinos in Nevada, Missouri and Iowa with advanced technology, digital and media platforms, and an online betting presence, Affinity Interactive has nearly 1 million combined customers and is positioned to capitalize on the continued momentum in sports betting and iGaming globally. Affinity Interactive companies also include: the iconic Daily Racing Form, “America's Turf Authority since 1894”for horse racing enthusiasts throughout North America. For more information, please visit www.affinityinteractive.com and www.DRF.com.

Affinity Interactive is a portfolio company of ZCG Private Equity, the private equity arm of ZCG, a leading, privately held global firm.

About ZCG

ZCG is a leading, privately held global firm comprised of private markets asset management, business consulting services, and technology development and solutions. ZCG’s investors include pension funds, endowments, foundations, sovereign wealth funds, central banks, and insurance companies. For almost 30 years, ZCG Principals have invested tens of billions of dollars of capital. ZCG has approximately 400 professionals across five countries and is headquartered in New York. For more information, visit www.zcg.com.