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Disney names Gorman to serve as next chairman; anticipates naming new CEO in early 2026
Read full article: Disney names Gorman to serve as next chairman; anticipates naming new CEO in early 2026The Walt Disney Co. is tapping Morgan Stanley executive James Gorman to serve as its next chairman, beginning early next year.
Disney parks revenue up in new report, but Walt Disney World income down
Read full article: Disney parks revenue up in new report, but Walt Disney World income downThe Walt Disney Company saw revenue continue to grow in the third quarter of the year, the company reported Wednesday, with theme park income and revenue up around the globe — except at Walt Disney World.
Disney CEO Bob Iger discusses future of theme parks
Read full article: Disney CEO Bob Iger discusses future of theme parksA day after the Walt Disney Company voted unanimously to extend CEO Robert Iger’s contract through 2026, the executive gave an interview dispelling any concerns about seemingly lower theme park attendance.
Florida Gov. DeSantis responds to Disney’s cancelation of Lake Nona project
Read full article: Florida Gov. DeSantis responds to Disney’s cancelation of Lake Nona project"To put one corporation on a pedestal and let them be exempt from the laws? It's not good policy. It's not free-market economics," DeSantis said on Friday.
Would Disney’s CEO meet with Gov. DeSantis over differences? ‘Of course,’ Iger says
Read full article: Would Disney’s CEO meet with Gov. DeSantis over differences? ‘Of course,’ Iger saysDespite tensions between the Walt Disney Company and Florida’s governor, Disney’s CEO says he would be glad to meet with Governor Ron DeSantis and hash out their differences.
Disney theme park growth fuels Q1 results, company to lay off 7,000 in restructuring
Read full article: Disney theme park growth fuels Q1 results, company to lay off 7,000 in restructuringThe Walt Disney Company topped Wall Street expectations in its first full financial quarter since the return of CEO Robert Iger. Nevertheless, the company is planning a new restructuring effort and 7,000 layoffs.
Robert Iger tweets out thanks to cast members as he retakes Disney reins
Read full article: Robert Iger tweets out thanks to cast members as he retakes Disney reinsDisney CEO Robert Iger’s first tweet since taking the company over again gives thanks for fellow new Disney employees and cast members.
What comes next? Experts weigh in on what Disney’s CEO switch means for company’s future
Read full article: What comes next? Experts weigh in on what Disney’s CEO switch means for company’s futureFormer Walt Disney Company Chief Executive Bob Iger is returning to lead Disney as Chief Executive Officer. Senior leadership made the announcement this weekend saying Iger succeeds Bob Chapek, who stepped down from his position.
6 major announcements that came out of Bob Iger’s last Disney shareholder meeting
Read full article: 6 major announcements that came out of Bob Iger’s last Disney shareholder meetingIger will formally pass the torch to the company’s new CEO, Bob Chapek. Iger stepped down from his role as the Walt Disney Co. CEO in February 2020, citing a proper time for transition. He addressed shareholders in his last meeting, saying he knows Chapek will continue to make Disney the magical company it’s known to be. Disney cruises could come back this fallAdDuring the question and answer portion, a shareholder asked for a timeline for Disney cruises. Walt Disney World’s 50th AnniversaryThe most magical place on earth is preparing for its 50th-anniversary celebration.