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ABOUT THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
OUR MISSION
The mission of The Walt Disney Company is to entertain, inform and inspire people around the globe through the power of unparalleled storytelling, reflecting the iconic brands, creative minds and innovative technologies that make ours the world’s premier entertainment company.
LEADERSHIP
Disney’s leadership team oversees the world’s premier entertainment company, home of the most respected and beloved brands around the globe.
Executive Leadership
Our senior executives bring tremendous experience, visionary thinking and a shared commitment to excellence, creativity and innovation to the day to day operation of the company.
Leadership
ROBERT A. IGER
EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
BOB CHAPEK
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
ALAN BERGMAN
CHAIRMAN, DISNEY STUDIOS CONTENT
Leadership
ALAN BRAVERMAN
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
REBECCA CAMPBELL
CHAIRMAN, INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS AND DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
JENNY COHEN
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
JOSH D’AMARO
CHAIRMAN, DISNEY PARKS, EXPERIENCES AND PRODUCTS
Leadership
KAREEM DANIEL
CHAIRMAN, DISNEY MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRIBUTION, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
KAREEM DANIEL
CHAIRMAN, DISNEY MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRIBUTION, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
As Chairman of Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution, Kareem Daniel oversees Disney’s vast content commercialization and distribution ecosystem that delivers the Company’s unparalleled storytelling to audiences worldwide.
Under his leadership, the Media and Entertainment Distribution segment is responsible for the monetization of Disney’s content around the world. This entails P&L management and operation of the Company’s portfolio of streaming services including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ and the upcoming international general entertainment offering, Star; its linear television channels and the ABC-owned stations; theatrical film distribution; content licensing and distribution; and global advertising sales.
Using a wealth of consumer insights from across The Walt Disney Company, Mr. Daniel and his organization make content investment and distribution decisions to maximize audience engagement and commercial impact across platforms, collaborating with creative leaders in Disney’s Studios, General Entertainment, and Sports organizations.
In his previous role as President of Consumer Products, Games and Publishing, Mr. Daniel led the business in creating and delivering products across a variety of channels from the Company’s vast array of retail, wholesale and e-commerce partners to Disney stores, shopDisney, and Disney Parks. In addition to managing the world’s largest licensing organization spanning numerous categories, he also oversaw the Company’s games and interactive experiences businesses, as well as Disney Publishing Worldwide, a leading publisher of children’s books and magazines.
Before that, Mr. Daniel was President of Walt Disney Imagineering Operations, Product Creation, Publishing and Games, where he was responsible for helping to transform IP from the various content partners into evergreen franchise properties at Disney’s parks and resorts, including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge lands at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World and Shanghai Disneyland, Pixar Pier at Disneyland and the upcoming Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure Park.
He also served as Senior Vice President of Strategy and Business Development for Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media, and prior to that, as Vice President of Distribution Strategy at Walt Disney Studios, where he worked closely with leadership in developing the Company’s film content distribution strategy across multiple platforms and played a key role in the commercialization of the Studio’s films. Additionally, he held the position of Director of Corporate Strategy, where he worked on a variety of strategic projects across The Walt Disney Company, including the acquisition of Marvel Entertainment in 2009.
Mr. Daniel began his Disney career as an MBA intern, later becoming a Senior Business Planner in Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis. After that, he worked in equity research, as well as investment banking at Goldman Sachs, where he specialized in technology, media & entertainment, and telecommunications, before returning to Disney.
Mr. Daniel earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA from Stanford University.
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Leadership
CARLOS A. GÓMEZ
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND TREASURER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
ALAN F. HORN
CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER, DISNEY STUDIOS CONTENT
Leadership
RONALD L. IDEN
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
DIANE JURGENS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY AND CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
NANCY LEE
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OF STAFF TO THE EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
CHRISTINE M. MCCARTHY
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
ZENIA MUCHA
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
LATONDRA NEWTON
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF DIVERSITY OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
JAMES PITARO
CHAIRMAN, ESPN AND SPORTS CONTENT, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
PETER RICE
CHAIRMAN, GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT CONTENT, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
PAUL RICHARDSON
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
ALICIA SCHWARZ
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
LOWELL SINGER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, INVESTOR RELATIONS, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
BRENT WOODFORD
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CONTROLLERSHIP, FINANCIAL PLANNING AND TAX, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Board of Directors
The Walt Disney Company's Board of Directors hail from renowned global organizations and industries, bringing a diverse range of knowledge, perspective and experience to guide and drive long-term value to the company.
Leadership
ROBERT A. IGER
EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Leadership
BOB CHAPEK
DIRECTOR SINCE 2020
Leadership
SUSAN E. ARNOLD
DIRECTOR SINCE 2007
Leadership
MARY T. BARRA
DIRECTOR SINCE 2017
Leadership
SAFRA A. CATZ
DIRECTOR SINCE 2018
Leadership
AMY L. CHANG
DIRECTOR SINCE 2021
Leadership
FRANCIS A. DESOUZA
DIRECTOR SINCE 2018
Leadership
MICHAEL B.G. FROMAN
DIRECTOR SINCE 2018
Leadership
MARIA ELENA LAGOMASINO
DIRECTOR SINCE 2015
Leadership
CALVIN R. MCDONALD
DIRECTOR SINCE 2021
Leadership
MARK G. PARKER
DIRECTOR SINCE 2016
Leadership
DERICA W. RICE
DIRECTOR SINCE 2019
OUR BUSINESSES
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes Disney Parks, Experiences and Products; Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution; and three content groups—Studios, General Entertainment and Sports—focused on developing and producing content for DTC, theatrical and linear platforms.
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products is the global hub that brings Disney’s stories, characters, and franchises to life through theme parks and resorts, cruise and vacation experiences, and consumer products—everything from toys to apparel, and books to video games.
For the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products press site, click here.
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Disney Publishing Worldwide
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Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
Comprised of the Company’s international business units and various direct-to-consumer streaming services, Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) aligns technology, media distribution and advertising sales into a single business segment to create and deliver personalized entertainment experiences to consumers around the world.
For the DMED press site, click here.
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CONTENT GROUPS
Studios Content
The Studios Content group encompasses a collection of world-class entertainment studios that produce high-quality cinematic storytelling for both theatrical and streaming release. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of popular stage shows on Broadway and around the world.
For the Studios press site, click here.
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General Entertainment Content
The General Entertainment Content group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.
For the General Entertainment press site, click here.
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ESPN and Sports Content
The ESPN and Sports Content group acquires and produces ESPN’s live sports programming, as well as sports news and original and non-scripted sports-related content, for The Walt Disney Company’s cable channels, ESPN+, and ABC.
For the ESPN press site, click here.
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HISTORY OF DISNEY
From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family.
Learn More About Disney History at D23
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ABOUT
LEADERSHIP
OUR BUSINESSES
INVESTOR RELATIONS
EVENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
INVESTOR RELATIONS NEWS
REPORTS
FORMS
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAREERS
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
CHILDREN’S HOSPITALS & WISH GRANTING
INVESTMENTS IN YOUTH
CHARITABLE GIVING
VOLUNTEERING
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
DISNEY CONSERVATION
SUPPLY CHAIN
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
CONTENT & PRODUCTS
REPORTING
NEWS
ABOUT THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
OUR MISSION
The mission of The Walt Disney Company is to entertain, inform and inspire people around the globe through the power of unparalleled storytelling, reflecting the iconic brands, creative minds and innovative technologies that make ours the world’s premier entertainment company.
LEADERSHIP
Disney’s leadership team oversees the world’s premier entertainment company, home of the most respected and beloved brands around the globe.
Executive Leadership
Our senior executives bring tremendous experience, visionary thinking and a shared commitment to excellence, creativity and innovation to the day to day operation of the company.
Leadership
ROBERT A. IGER
EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
BOB CHAPEK
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
ALAN BERGMAN
CHAIRMAN, DISNEY STUDIOS CONTENT
Leadership
ALAN BRAVERMAN
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
REBECCA CAMPBELL
CHAIRMAN, INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS AND DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
JENNY COHEN
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
JOSH D’AMARO
CHAIRMAN, DISNEY PARKS, EXPERIENCES AND PRODUCTS
Leadership
KAREEM DANIEL
CHAIRMAN, DISNEY MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRIBUTION, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
KAREEM DANIEL
CHAIRMAN, DISNEY MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT DISTRIBUTION, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
As Chairman of Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution, Kareem Daniel oversees Disney’s vast content commercialization and distribution ecosystem that delivers the Company’s unparalleled storytelling to audiences worldwide.
Under his leadership, the Media and Entertainment Distribution segment is responsible for the monetization of Disney’s content around the world. This entails P&L management and operation of the Company’s portfolio of streaming services including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ and the upcoming international general entertainment offering, Star; its linear television channels and the ABC-owned stations; theatrical film distribution; content licensing and distribution; and global advertising sales.
Using a wealth of consumer insights from across The Walt Disney Company, Mr. Daniel and his organization make content investment and distribution decisions to maximize audience engagement and commercial impact across platforms, collaborating with creative leaders in Disney’s Studios, General Entertainment, and Sports organizations.
In his previous role as President of Consumer Products, Games and Publishing, Mr. Daniel led the business in creating and delivering products across a variety of channels from the Company’s vast array of retail, wholesale and e-commerce partners to Disney stores, shopDisney, and Disney Parks. In addition to managing the world’s largest licensing organization spanning numerous categories, he also oversaw the Company’s games and interactive experiences businesses, as well as Disney Publishing Worldwide, a leading publisher of children’s books and magazines.
Before that, Mr. Daniel was President of Walt Disney Imagineering Operations, Product Creation, Publishing and Games, where he was responsible for helping to transform IP from the various content partners into evergreen franchise properties at Disney’s parks and resorts, including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge lands at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World and Shanghai Disneyland, Pixar Pier at Disneyland and the upcoming Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure Park.
He also served as Senior Vice President of Strategy and Business Development for Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media, and prior to that, as Vice President of Distribution Strategy at Walt Disney Studios, where he worked closely with leadership in developing the Company’s film content distribution strategy across multiple platforms and played a key role in the commercialization of the Studio’s films. Additionally, he held the position of Director of Corporate Strategy, where he worked on a variety of strategic projects across The Walt Disney Company, including the acquisition of Marvel Entertainment in 2009.
Mr. Daniel began his Disney career as an MBA intern, later becoming a Senior Business Planner in Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis. After that, he worked in equity research, as well as investment banking at Goldman Sachs, where he specialized in technology, media & entertainment, and telecommunications, before returning to Disney.
Mr. Daniel earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA from Stanford University.
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Leadership
CARLOS A. GÓMEZ
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND TREASURER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
ALAN F. HORN
CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER, DISNEY STUDIOS CONTENT
Leadership
RONALD L. IDEN
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
DIANE JURGENS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY AND CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
NANCY LEE
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OF STAFF TO THE EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
CHRISTINE M. MCCARTHY
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
ZENIA MUCHA
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
LATONDRA NEWTON
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF DIVERSITY OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
JAMES PITARO
CHAIRMAN, ESPN AND SPORTS CONTENT, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
PETER RICE
CHAIRMAN, GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT CONTENT, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
PAUL RICHARDSON
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
ALICIA SCHWARZ
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
LOWELL SINGER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, INVESTOR RELATIONS, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Leadership
BRENT WOODFORD
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CONTROLLERSHIP, FINANCIAL PLANNING AND TAX, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Board of Directors
The Walt Disney Company's Board of Directors hail from renowned global organizations and industries, bringing a diverse range of knowledge, perspective and experience to guide and drive long-term value to the company.
Leadership
ROBERT A. IGER
EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Leadership
BOB CHAPEK
DIRECTOR SINCE 2020
Leadership
SUSAN E. ARNOLD
DIRECTOR SINCE 2007
Leadership
MARY T. BARRA
DIRECTOR SINCE 2017
Leadership
SAFRA A. CATZ
DIRECTOR SINCE 2018
Leadership
AMY L. CHANG
DIRECTOR SINCE 2021
Leadership
FRANCIS A. DESOUZA
DIRECTOR SINCE 2018
Leadership
MICHAEL B.G. FROMAN
DIRECTOR SINCE 2018
Leadership
MARIA ELENA LAGOMASINO
DIRECTOR SINCE 2015
Leadership
CALVIN R. MCDONALD
DIRECTOR SINCE 2021
Leadership
MARK G. PARKER
DIRECTOR SINCE 2016
Leadership
DERICA W. RICE
DIRECTOR SINCE 2019
OUR BUSINESSES
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes Disney Parks, Experiences and Products; Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution; and three content groups—Studios, General Entertainment and Sports—focused on developing and producing content for DTC, theatrical and linear platforms.
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products is the global hub that brings Disney’s stories, characters, and franchises to life through theme parks and resorts, cruise and vacation experiences, and consumer products—everything from toys to apparel, and books to video games.
For the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products press site, click here.
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Walt Disney World
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Disney Vacation Club
Aulani-Logo
Adventures by Disney
WDI_Logo
Disney Publishing Worldwide
Shop Disney-TDS Logo Blue
Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
Comprised of the Company’s international business units and various direct-to-consumer streaming services, Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) aligns technology, media distribution and advertising sales into a single business segment to create and deliver personalized entertainment experiences to consumers around the world.
For the DMED press site, click here.
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Final Hotstar logo lockup
Disney Music Group
CONTENT GROUPS
Studios Content
The Studios Content group encompasses a collection of world-class entertainment studios that produce high-quality cinematic storytelling for both theatrical and streaming release. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of popular stage shows on Broadway and around the world.
For the Studios press site, click here.
The Walt Disney Studios
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Pixar Animation Studios
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Lucasfilm
Disney Theatrical Group
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SLP logo
General Entertainment Content
The General Entertainment Content group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.
For the General Entertainment press site, click here.
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ABCEnt_2018LogoForRelease
2018 abc news logo promo black
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ESPN and Sports Content
The ESPN and Sports Content group acquires and produces ESPN’s live sports programming, as well as sports news and original and non-scripted sports-related content, for The Walt Disney Company’s cable channels, ESPN+, and ABC.
For the ESPN press site, click here.
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HISTORY OF DISNEY
From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family.
Learn More About Disney History at D23
FOLLOW US ON
Terms of Use Privacy Policy Your California Privacy Rights Children’s Online Privacy Policy Disney.com Guest Services Advertise With Us Interest-Based Ads Do Not Sell My Personal Information Contact Us
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