What New Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro Means For Movie Studio
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Key Points:
- Disney has appointed Josh D’Amaro as CEO and Dana Walden as President and Chief Creative Officer, raising questions about the future leadership of its film division, as neither has strong film industry ties.
- Dana Walden will oversee former co-chairman Alan Bergman, who continues to manage major film leaders including David Greenbaum and Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, with Walden’s strong talent management reputation expected to benefit the creative community.
- While D’Amaro is seen as having a charismatic leadership style reminiscent of Bob Iger, some insiders remain cautious due to concerns about a repeat of Bob Chapek’s contentious tenure, which strained relations with the film community.
- Since Iger’s return as CEO, Disney’s film division has thrived,
