Overview
- D’Amaro will join Disney’s board on March 18, the day of the company’s annual shareholder meeting.
- Dana Walden is elevated to president and chief creative officer, reporting to D’Amaro and assuming the role on March 18.
- The appointment concludes a highly public, board‑led succession process overseen by chair James Gorman after Iger’s 2022 return.
- As head of Disney Experiences, D’Amaro oversaw a unit that generated about $36 billion in FY2025 revenue and roughly 60% of profits.
- Near‑term tests include major entertainment labor contract renewals in May 2026 and managing tensions over generative AI in content production.