- In the Parks
- No
(Added edit: I realize this is not "parks specific" but parks are a part of the company so I hope this can just remain in this category)
In the wake of the announcement today about the succession of D'Amaro to the Disney Throne, I asked Google's AI for its estimate of how D'Amaro would manage the company. Here's what it said:
As of early 2026, Josh D'Amaro is poised to succeed Bob Iger as CEO of The Walt Disney Company, likely bringing a focus on operational discipline, theme park expansion, and financial performance. Having successfully led the highly profitable Disney Experiences division, his management style is expected to emphasize, in particular, the growth of theme parks, cruise lines, and integrating technology like AI into the guest experience, while navigating the challenges of shifting away from linear TV.
Based on his background and 2026 reports, here is an estimate of his management approach:
Apologies for the shading. It came over as formatting. I think that was added as emphasis of what the AI thinks D'Amaro's management style will be. Anyway, what are your thoughts on this summary, and what are your thoughts on his promotion into this extremely important position? I am guardedly optimistic. He's young, he seems to give a rip about the guest experience, but I honestly don't know much about him and I feel this is a pretty big leap for him.
In the wake of the announcement today about the succession of D'Amaro to the Disney Throne, I asked Google's AI for its estimate of how D'Amaro would manage the company. Here's what it said:
As of early 2026, Josh D'Amaro is poised to succeed Bob Iger as CEO of The Walt Disney Company, likely bringing a focus on operational discipline, theme park expansion, and financial performance. Having successfully led the highly profitable Disney Experiences division, his management style is expected to emphasize, in particular, the growth of theme parks, cruise lines, and integrating technology like AI into the guest experience, while navigating the challenges of shifting away from linear TV.
Based on his background and 2026 reports, here is an estimate of his management approach:
- Prioritizing Experiences over Media: With Disney Experiences driving the majority of recent operating income, D'Amaro is expected to keep the company's financial engine (parks and products) as a top priority.
- Massive Investment Pipeline: He is leading a $60 billion investment initiative to expand parks and nearly double the cruise fleet, which will likely be the cornerstone of his tenure.
- Operational Discipline: Known for his "hands-on" approach to leadership, he is likely to bring the same rigor to the broader company that he brought to the parks, particularly in improving profitability across the studio and streaming divisions.
- Strategic Growth & Alliances: D'Amaro has shown a propensity for strategic, modern partnerships, such as the 10% stake in Epic Games, suggesting he will continue to blend physical experiences with digital, interactive entertainment.
- International & Content Expansion: Expect continued focus on international growth (including new projects in the Middle East) and major content initiatives, such as the development of Villains Land, to drive foot traffic, according to reports.
Apologies for the shading. It came over as formatting. I think that was added as emphasis of what the AI thinks D'Amaro's management style will be. Anyway, what are your thoughts on this summary, and what are your thoughts on his promotion into this extremely important position? I am guardedly optimistic. He's young, he seems to give a rip about the guest experience, but I honestly don't know much about him and I feel this is a pretty big leap for him.
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