Summary
Disney announced that Josh D'Amaro will be the new chief executive, replacing Bob Iger. D'Amaro, who has worked at Disney for 28 years and was in charge of its amusement parks, will start the role on March 18.
Key Facts
- Disney named Josh D'Amaro as its new chief executive.
- He previously led Disney's amusement park business.
- Josh D'Amaro has been with Disney for 28 years.
- Bob Iger, the current CEO, will be replaced by D'Amaro.
- The transition will occur on March 18.
- Disney has been focusing on a successful part of its business, amusement parks, while navigating the streaming industry.
- Bob Iger has led Disney for around 20 years, except a brief break that ended in 2022.
