USA: Walt Disney Company Announces Personnel Changes on Management Level

Today, the Walt Disney Company announced two major personnel changes on management level. Josh D’Amaro (photo), who had been appointed new president of the Walt Disney World Resort in November 2019, has now been named chairman of “Disney Parks, Experiences and Products“. Furthermore, Rebecca Campbell, who has been serving as president of Disneyland Resort also since November (cf. EAP news of 27 Sep 2019) has been appointed new chairman of the “Direct-to-Consumer and International“ business division.

“Our company is very fortunate to have a deep bench of talent and we’re extremely pleased to welcome these two exceptionally qualified Disney veterans to our senior management team. Both Josh and Rebecca have more than two decades of leadership experience with the company, a keen understanding of our brands and businesses, and a shared passion and vision for delivering extraordinary entertainment and one-of-a-kind experiences,” says Bob Chapek, CEO of The Walt Disney Company.

Following Josh D’Amaro’s recent appointment, additional vacant positions were filled. Jeff Vahle has been named president of the Walt Disney World Resort, Ken Potrock has been appointed new president of Disneyland Resort. Kareem Daniel beomes president of the “Consumer Products, Games and Publishing“ division and Thomas Mazloum takes over as president of the “Disney Signature Experiences“ unit. (eap)