It’s a big day for The Walt Disney Company — a day that we’ve known would arrive for years, but it feels a little surreal we’re actually here!
Josh D’Amaro at Destination D23, 2023 ©Disney
Today, Bob Iger officially steps down as CEO (originally, his contract stated he’d be CEO through the end of 2026, but when his replacement was announced, it was also revealed he’d be stepping down early), and the new CEO takes his place. What does a leadership change this large really mean? Well, we’re about to find out!
Today, March 18th, Josh D’Amaro officially becomes the new CEO of The Walt Disney Company, and Bob Iger steps down to Senior Advisor. Additionally, Dana Walden also becomes the new President and Chief Creative Officer of The Walt Disney Company.
©Disney
When we checked The Walt Disney Company website this morning, all of their roles have now been updated. D’Amaro’s bio on the website talks about his nearly three-decade-long career with Disney thus far, including his success as Chairman of Disney Experiences. It also mentions that part of D’Amaro’s strategic vision outlines “priorities aimed at uniting human creativity with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable storytelling experiences that deepen Disney’s enduring bond with fans and consumers.”
Kermit, Miss Piggy, and Josh D’Amaro at the 2023 Destination D23 fan convention. ©Disney
As for Dana Walden, she previously served as Co-Chairman of Disney Entertainment, and now is responsible for “guiding creative strategy across the company’s entertainment touchpoints to deliver the world’s most beloved storytelling to fans across the many ways they choose to enjoy it.” Before joining Disney, Walden served at 21st Century Fox for 25 years, and came to Disney in 2019 with the company’s acquisition of 21st Century Fox.
©The Walt Disney Company
As for Bob Iger’s section of the website, he is listed as a Senior Advisor, and his bio details his history as CEO of the company for nearly two decades. Iger was at the helm when the company acquired Pixar (2006), Marvel (2009), Lucasfilm (2012), and 21st Century Fox (2019), the opening of Shanghai Disney Resort, as well as the release of more than 30 films that have each grossed more than $1 billion at the global box office.
©The Walt Disney Company
We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Walt Disney Company news as this new era begins, so stay tuned to DFB!
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