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Disney’s New CEO Comes From Parks — and It Could Change How You Experience the Magic
Josh D’Amaro's appointment as CEO emphasizes Disney's in-person experiences division, which recently surpassed $10 billion in revenue, while Dana Walden expands creative oversight to films and TV.
- On Tuesday, the Walt Disney Company board declared Josh D'Amaro its next CEO and Dana Walden president and chief creative officer; both assume roles March 18 while Bob Iger plans to step back later this year.
- Because the board wanted a leader to run the whole company, James Gorman, chair of Disney's board of directors, led succession planning after Disney Experiences crossed $10 billion in revenue.
- Adding film operations to Walden's remit means she will oversee Disney's TV and film studios, streaming platforms, and ESPN, serving as a creative lieutenant to D'Amaro, who has limited profile in the creative community.
- The transition will produce ripple effects for months across senior management of Disney Entertainment and Disney Experiences, with D'Amaro and Walden facing public adjustment in a three-legged race.
- With the center of gravity shifting toward Experiences, Disney's Epic Games partnership and Disneyland's Fortnite integration illustrate blending physical parks with digital platforms, while tighter Disney+ ties deepen fan engagement.
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