Disney CEO Bob Chapek has big plans in store for blending Disney+ with real life theme park experiences. Disney is looking to merge its streaming and theme park business in new ways, combining viewer and visitor data to make Disney+ a platform for consumer engagement. Related: List of Upcoming Disney
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Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner is a fan of Bob Chapek and Bob Iger
Michael Eisner, former Disney CEO, shares his feelings about Bob Iger and Bob Chapek. He’s quite proud of both for their accomplishments at the Walt Disney Company. Eisner was CEO from 1984 to 2005. He made many contributions to the Disney brand in his tenure and even hired Bob Chapek
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner talks about Bob Iger and Bob Chapek
Michael Eisner, former Disney CEO, shares his feelings about Bob Iger and Bob Chapek. He’s quite proud of both for their accomplishments at the Walt Disney Company. Eisner was CEO from 1984 to 2005. He made many contributions to the Disney brand in his tenure and even hired Bob Chapek
Bob Iger being considered for Ambassador Role in Biden Administration
It appears that Bob Iger might have a future in public service after all. The Disney executive chairman is at the top of President-elect Joe Biden’s wish list for a key ambassador post. According to Hollywood Reporter, Iger is being considered for an ambassador position for either U.K. or China.
Disney Chief Talks Studio Reorganization and Disney + Movie Premier
Disney Chief talks studio reorganization with plans for the company to be more aggressive in offering some new theatrical titles via Disney Plus using the paid download, similar to “Mulan” according to Variety. With many theatres/ cinemas remaining shut across the US and over the World because of COVID-19. In
Bob Chapek shares more about phased reopening plan for Walt Disney World
Disney CEO Bob Chapek recently shared information about Walt Disney World‘s phased reopening plans. He recently shared in a CNBC interview, “We want to make sure that what we present to our guests when we open up with a quintessential Disney experience and while we’ll have substantially lower numbers of
Disney CEO Bob Chapek Is Selling His California Home
Disney’s newest CEO, Bob Chapek, is selling his his home in California. Bob Chapek made headlines last week when he replaced Bob Iger. The new Disney CEO has owned his residence in Camarillo, CA for close to 20 years. It’s a gorgeous custom house in a 387-acre community with equestrian
Bob Iger to step down as Disney CEO effective immediately, Bob Chapek to take his place
The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors announced today that Bob Chapek has been named Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company, effective immediately. Mr. Chapek most recently served as Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. Robert A. Iger assumes the role of Executive Chairman and will
Disney CEO Bob Iger Takes a Big Pay Cut in 2019
Bob Iger, CEO of Disney, has received a significant pay cut in 2019. According to Deadline, Iger received only $47.5 million this past year compared to his compensation of 2018 which was $65.6 million- an almost 28% decrease. Iger’s compensation consists of $3 million in base salary, almost $30 million in
Disney CEO Bob Iger named the 2019 TIME Businessperson of the Year
Disney CEO Bob Iger named the 2019 TIME Businessperson of the Year. In 2019, Bob Iger oversaw the creative choices for The Walt Disney Company and began making choices that would see the company expand and grow far past his time as CEO. With rumors of retirement swirling for years,
Bob Iger’s Salary is Being Amended
In January, The Walt Disney Company announced CEO Bob Iger’s compensation package for 2018. Just before the shareholder meeting, Iger’s salary has been amended with changes to his base salary and bonus. Overall, Iger will see a reduction in his total compensation with both his base pay and bonus dropping.
Former Disney CEO and Walt’s Son in Law Ron Miller has passed away
We have sad news to report today… Ron Miller, Walt Disney’s son-in-law and the husband of Diane Disney has recently passed at the age of 85. BOB IGER, CHAIRMAN AND CEO, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY, ON RON MILLER’S PASSING “Everyone at The Walt Disney Company is deeply saddened by the passing of
Disney Shareholders Raise the Bar for Chief Executive Bob Iger
Disney Shareholders Raise the Bar for Chief Executive Bob Iger. The Walt Disney Company has raised the bar for Chief Executive, Bob Iger, in order to win his bonus. Disney has announced Monday, after shareholder push back, that more rigorous benchmarks are required for Iger. Iger was slated to collect
Will Bob Iger’s Successor Be the Current Chairman of Disney Parks & Resorts?
Once Bob Iger announced that he would be stepping down as CEO of Disney rumors started to swirl on who his replacement would be. Today, internet reports are indicating current Chairman of Disney Parks & Resorts, Bob Chapek, has emerged as the front-runner for the position. Chapek has been with the