the.dreamfinder
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So why not call Chapek COO instead of CEO?
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News Chapek FIRED, Iger New CEO
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RSoxNo1
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I could see him being named as a VP for someone looking to make a splash on Super Tuesday.
So....is Chapek gonna fix the yeti?
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dizneycrazy09
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I’m really struggling with this decision. What makes Chappie qualified to be CEO of the literal king of the world company? Our dislike of him because of his treatment of the parks aside, why is he a good choice? I can’t think of a good reason...
...unless, he’s an easy fall guy for the impending doom. No doubt the bubble is about to pop on the Disney balloon between the less than stellar movie slate in 2020, the corona, the meh of D+, ESPN, etc., etc. The timing and nature of this seems all very interesting to me.
And forget anything else being green lit park wise for at least a few years. Whatever hasn’t already been approved (or even if it has) will be facing major budget cuts or never seeing the light of day. I’m scared for what this means for EPCOT.
...unless, he’s an easy fall guy for the impending doom. No doubt the bubble is about to pop on the Disney balloon between the less than stellar movie slate in 2020, the corona, the meh of D+, ESPN, etc., etc. The timing and nature of this seems all very interesting to me.
And forget anything else being green lit park wise for at least a few years. Whatever hasn’t already been approved (or even if it has) will be facing major budget cuts or never seeing the light of day. I’m scared for what this means for EPCOT.
Chapek needs to fix Chapek. I wonder if he can fire himself.
Brer Oswald
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I wouldn’t be terribly surprised if Chapek is an Interm CEO. I want to give him the benefit of the doubt, but I think it’s possible.
Think about it. Why now? Their big blockbuster movie franchises have wrapped up. They have little left in the immediate future that’s going to make headlines. Their big park expansion that they were proud of is finished. They’ve closed two of their theme parks until further notice, and stocks will continue to drop as Corona becomes a Pandemic.
People have their sights on other IPs right now (the Mario’s and the Sonic’s and more). Disney is due for their “Bi-Decenial” Crash. I wouldn’t be surprised if having a fall guy is their strategy to get through it as quick as possible. And I wouldn’t be shocked if Chapek agreed to it due to some big payoff.
Again, speculation. I hope I’m wrong, Disney doesn’t crash again, and he ends up pleasantly surprising all of us. I really truly have nothing against him.
Think about it. Why now? Their big blockbuster movie franchises have wrapped up. They have little left in the immediate future that’s going to make headlines. Their big park expansion that they were proud of is finished. They’ve closed two of their theme parks until further notice, and stocks will continue to drop as Corona becomes a Pandemic.
People have their sights on other IPs right now (the Mario’s and the Sonic’s and more). Disney is due for their “Bi-Decenial” Crash. I wouldn’t be surprised if having a fall guy is their strategy to get through it as quick as possible. And I wouldn’t be shocked if Chapek agreed to it due to some big payoff.
Again, speculation. I hope I’m wrong, Disney doesn’t crash again, and he ends up pleasantly surprising all of us. I really truly have nothing against him.
MagicWDI
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I see this as a transition period. Chapek is the new CEO... but... I feel Iger or a few on the board may not be completely sold on Chapek's creative capabilities. This is a smart move. The shareholders like business centric CEOs. However, we've seen where that can lead to for a company like Disney. My prediction is we will be seeing a new President assigned to a more creative centric individual who can ebb and flow with Chapek, and possibly report to the board. Remember, Bob Iger was both CEO and President. We have not heard about the role of president as of yet...
Sirwalterraleigh
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Mouse Trap
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What you need to know about Bob Chapek, Disney's 7th CEO
Bob Chapek was tapped on Tuesday to succeed long-time Disney CEO Bob Iger.
www.cnbc.com
danv3
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Here's a link to the SEC filing: https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/1744489/000174448920000054/dis-20200224.htm
"Mr. Chapek will report to the Board and to Mr. Iger as the Executive Chairman." (My emphasis)
"Mr. Chapek will report to the Board and to Mr. Iger as the Executive Chairman." (My emphasis)
George Kalogridis is still employed and waiting in the wings...
IanDLBZF
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Either case sounds like a possibility.
Sirwalterraleigh
Premium Member
Publicly traded?
I can see the angle for Iger...but it also commits him to Disney for the long term and he has never given any hint that was a desire for him.
I think it’s more likely this is actually PR and Iger leaves this new “role” on year early as is the pattern...so 12.31.20
Rider
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Yes publicly traded.
Figments Friend
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Well this has been a interesting day....
A bit of a unexpected surprise, to say the least.
I very rarely visit 'Twitter' but stopped in tonight to see what's happening via the 'top trending' topics as of this moment.
Nice to see 'Spaceship Earth' getting some love!
A bit of a unexpected surprise, to say the least.
I very rarely visit 'Twitter' but stopped in tonight to see what's happening via the 'top trending' topics as of this moment.
Nice to see 'Spaceship Earth' getting some love!