NEWS: The Walt Disney Company Announces BIG Changes for Its Executive Team

A lot is happening right now with Disney Experiences, including big changes coming to Disneyland and Disney World, as well as big changes coming to Disney Cruise Line.

In addition to these changes, The Walt Disney Company has now announced some changes to its executive team that oversees these experiences, including a brand-new role overseeing Major Events Integration and new Presidents for the company’s Signature Experiences and Disneyland Resort.

Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced these appointments for his executive team ahead of the ambitious expansion plans the company has for its parks around the world, as well as Disney Cruise Line. First, Ken Potrock, who most recently served as President of Disneyland, will take on a newly created position as President of Major Events Integration. This new role “will be responsible for developing comprehensive, cross-company plans to maximize the value of large-scale sports, entertainment and tourism events ranging from the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics to the 250th Anniversary of the nation. ” Potrock will continue to report to D’Amaro, with accountability to Jimmy Pitaro, Chairman ESPN.

Thomas Mazloum will be the new President of Disneyland, where he will oversee the operation of two theme parks, three hotels, and Downtown Disney. He’ll also guide the resort after its recent approval of DisneylandForward. Mazloum most recently served as president of Disney Signature Experiences.

Joe Schott is now President of Disney Signature Experiences, which means he will oversee Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, Aulani, Adventures by Disney, Storyliving by Disney, and more. Schott recently served as President and General Manager of Shanghai Disney Resort. Schott will report directly to D’Amaro.

Finally, Andrew Bolstein has been promoted to President and General Manager of Shanghai Disney Resort. Bolstein was part of the opening leadership team at that resort and will report to Jill Estorino, President and Managing Director of Disney Parks International.

“We have a deep bench of globally minded business leaders who bring the versatility needed to step into key roles across our diverse portfolio,” said Josh D’Amaro, Chairman, Disney Experiences. “These tenured leaders have extensive technical and operational expertise with strong insight and understanding of the guest experience, and possess qualities that promote innovation, creativity, and results.”

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