Disney’s Bob Iger and Successor Josh D’Amaro Meet at Disneyland
Bob Iger, the current CEO of The Walt Disney Company, recently shared a memorable morning at Disneyland with his successor, Josh D’Amaro. Their meeting took place in front of iconic landmarks like Sleeping Beauty Castle and the Partner Statue.
Celebrating Leadership Transition at Disneyland
In a social media update, Iger expressed his excitement about D’Amaro’s upcoming role. He stated, “I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Josh’s appointment.” This marks an important transition for the company, as D’Amaro is set to assume leadership during the Annual Meeting scheduled for March 18, 2026.
Leadership Changes and Appointments
- New CEO: Josh D’Amaro will officially take over as CEO.
- Board Decisions: D’Amaro will also be named a director immediately after the meeting.
- New President: Dana Walden has been appointed as President & Chief Creative Officer following a unanimous board vote on February 2.
Josh D’Amaro’s Career Path
D’Amaro holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Georgetown University, graduating in 1993. His career spans extensive roles within Disney, from his start in finance at Gillette to multiple leadership positions at the company.
Professional Milestones
- Joined Disney in 1998 after working in finance.
- Served as Vice President of Sales and Travel Trade Marketing until 2008.
- Became Chief Financial Officer for Disney Consumer Products Licensing in 2008.
- Oversaw the opening of Pandora – The World of Avatar as VP of Disney’s Animal Kingdom from 2013 to 2014.
- Head of Walt Disney World Resort & Transportation Operations from 2014 to 2017.
- Served as Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney World.
- Promoted to President of Disneyland Park, followed by a return to Walt Disney World in a leadership position.
Overview of D’Amaro’s Responsibilities
Throughout his tenure, D’Amaro has managed Disney Experiences, overseeing:
- All six Disney resorts
- Disney Cruise Line, including 12 theme parks
- 57 resort hotels
- Upcoming Disneyland Abu Dhabi
- Eight cruise ships and additional projects
- Disney Consumer Products and Walt Disney Imagineering
- Disney Vacation Club, Adventures by Disney, and more
As a leader, D’Amaro oversees a global team of 185,000 cast members, demonstrating his capability to guide Disney through evolving challenges in the entertainment industry.
