Tag: Bob Iger
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Alan Horn to Run Disney Studios
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Alan Horn is the new head of Disney Studios. This choice follows former chairman Rich Ross resigning after the flop of John Carter. Alan Horn has a long string of successes under his belt. Some of the big name films he has helped bring to the public…
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Rich Ross Parts Ways With Disney
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Rich Ross, chairman of the Walt Disney Studios has parted ways with the Walt Disney Company. He saw most success at the Disney Channel where he oversaw the Highschool Musical franchise and is responsible for kick starting the trend of focusing on television for the tween market.…
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Disney Announces Heroes Work Here – a Company-Wide Initiative To Hire, Train and Support Military Veterans
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE “Heroes Work Here. Employ excellence. Hire veterans.” KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 13, 2012 − Today at The Walt Disney Company’s (NYSE: DIS) Annual Shareholder meeting in Kansas City, President and Chief Executive Officer Robert A. Iger announced Heroes Work Here, a new company-wide initiative to hire, train and support returning veterans.…
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Statement from Disney CEO Robert A. Iger on Robert Sherman’s Passing
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE “Today, on behalf of everyone at Disney, we mourn the loss of an extraordinary talent, Robert Sherman,” said Disney President and CEO Bob Iger. “One of the world’s greatest songwriters and a true Disney legend, his legacy will endure forever through the magic of his music. From Mary Poppins and It’s…
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Mariah Carey Christens Disney Cruise Ship During Star-Studded New York City Ceremony
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Disney Fantasy to Begin Caribbean Sailings March 31 NEW YORK (March 1, 2012) – The Disney Fantasy, the fourth ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, was christened today during a star-studded christening celebration at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. On a night filled with celebrity performances from the…
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The Walt Disney Company Releases 2011 Annual Financial Report and Shareholder Letter
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs The Walt Disney Company has released its annual financial report and shareholder letter. The letter highlights the strong performances from within the Walt Disney Company. A moment is taken also to mention the profound loss felt by the company with the passing of Steve Jobs who was…
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ROBERT A. IGER NAMES GEORGE BODENHEIMER ESPN EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, JOHN SKIPPER ESPN PRESIDENT MOVES TO ENSURE STRATEGIC CONTINUITY AND SEAMLESS SUCCESSION AT ESPN
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE BURBANK, Calif., November 22, 2011 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) President and Chief Executive Officer Robert A. Iger announced today that he has named George Bodenheimer Executive Chairman of ESPN, and John Skipper ESPN President and Co-Chair, Disney Media Networks, effective January 1, 2012. The moves continue…
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Bob Iger Extends Contract and to Become Chairman, New Disney CEO in 2015
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXTENDS CONTRACT TO 2016 FOR ROBERT A. IGER AS PART OF SUCCESSION PLAN CHAIRMAN JOHN E. PEPPER JR. TO RETIRE FROM BOARD AT 2012 SHAREHOLDER MEETING IGER TO BE NAMED CHAIRMAN IN ADDITION TO CEO UPON PEPPER’S RETIREMENT IGER TO TRANSITION…
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Aulani, a New Disney Resort & Spa, Brings a Touch of Magic To a Family Vacation Paradise in Ko Olina, Hawaii
Ko Olina, Hawaii, Sept. 22, 2011 - A Disney-inspired Hawaiian celebration launched the grand opening of Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Thursday with music, sparkling colored lights and the ceremonial mixing of sand with pixie dust. Aulani combines the magic of Disney storytelling and guest service with the beauty and traditions of Hawaii, creating an unforgettable family vacation experience…
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AVATAR is Coming to Disney Theme Parks
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs This morning at a press conference with Bob Iger and Tom Staggs at Walt Disney Imagineering, it was announced that the world of James Cameron’s AVATAR is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World. This is part of a creative partnership between between The…