Disney’s New Era: Josh D’Amaro Takes the Helm
The search is over. On February 3, 2026, Disney’s board unanimously voted for Josh D’Amaro to succeed Bob Iger as CEO. D’Amaro, a 28-year Disney veteran who turned the theme parks into the company's biggest profit engine, will officially take power on March 18, 2026.
In this episode, we analyze why the "Parks Chief" was the chosen one over other internal heavyweights. We also discuss the historic appointment of Dana Walden as Disney’s first-ever companywide Chief Creative Officer. From the massive $60 billion expansion of Disney Experiences to the strategic deal with OpenAI and Sora, we explore how D’Amaro plans to navigate the "colossal industry upheaval" of streaming and artificial intelligence. Is Disney becoming a travel company or a tech giant? We break down the future of the House of Mouse.
Disney CEO, Josh D’Amaro, Bob Iger, Dana Walden, Disney Succession, Disney Parks, OpenAI, Sora, Streaming, Entertainment Business
This episode includes AI-generated content.
