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POSTED Wed, 02/26/2020 - 00:59 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney CEO Bob Iger Steps Down Effective Immediately

The Board of Directors of The Walt Disney Company announced that effective immediately that Bob Iger has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer. Taking the helm directly will Bob Chapek, who most recently led the theme parks division, will be the new CEO of the Walt Disney Company.

POSTED Fri, 09/14/2018 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney News Round-up For Friday, September 14th, 2018

It's been another busy week trying to keep up with following all things Disney. Here are a few bits of recent news we didn't want you to miss!

The Walt Disney Company tops Forbes' list of the World's Best Regarded Companies for 2018, moving up four spots from 2017, the first year that the rankings were compiled. Disney ranks No. 1, earning the highest marks among Forbes' 2018 Global 2000 companies.

POSTED Wed, 10/25/2017 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: FastPass Booking Updates, TSA Travel Updates, and More

We're back with another Disney news round-up and today we have details on changes with FastPass+ bookings for non-Disney hotels, updates about new TSA policies that might impact your flight out of Orlando International Airport, and much more.

POSTED Tue, 10/10/2017 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: Ferrytale Fireworks Cruise Returning, New Disney Parks Blog Newsletter, and More

Happy Tuesday! We're back with another edition of our Disney news round-up and today we're talking about the return of the Ferrytale Fireworks Cruise on Seven Seas Lagoon, a new Disney newsletter, and an update on the Halloween night Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

POSTED Fri, 07/14/2017 - 21:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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New Class of Disney Legends Honored at D23 Expo

The 2017 class of Disney Legends was honored this morning at the D23 Expo in Anaheim, California. The ceremony was hosted by Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Disney Legends Award. The first recipient was Fred MacMurray in 1987.

POSTED Wed, 10/19/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: The Walt Disney Company Donates to Hurricane Recovery, Disneyland Paris 25th Anniversary, and More

Happy Wednesday. We've made it to the middle of the week and it's time for another Disney news round-up where we give you some of the big news of the week so far in brief. Today we're talking about recovery efforts for Hurricane Matthew, a big celebration in Disneyland Paris, and much more. Let's check it out.

POSTED Fri, 09/09/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: Disney Parks Moms Panel Applications Open, Princess Jasmine Makeover, and More

Happy Friday and welcome to today's Disney news round-up! In today's new we're talking about the applications for the 2017 Disney Parks Moms Panel, a new runDisney race season and much more. Let's check out what's been going on.

POSTED Tue, 04/05/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Tom Staggs Leaving The Walt Disney Company

Tom Staggs, the man who many thought was the heir apparent to Disney CEO Bob Iger, has announced that he's leaving The Walt Disney Company after 26 years. The announcement was a shock to many in entertainment and business, and also sent the company's stock tumbling Monday afternoon.

POSTED Tue, 12/08/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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The Walt Disney Company Announces Semi-Annual Cash Dividend

If you own shares in The Walt Disney Company, listen up! The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors has announced a cash dividend of $0.71 per share for the second half of the fiscal year 2015. The dividend will be payable January 11, 2016 to all shareholders of record at the close of business on December 14.

POSTED Mon, 10/19/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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The Walt Disney Company Reportedly Hiring Intern to Help Company Thwart Cyberattacks

The Walt Disney Company is looking to hire a "Global Intelligence Analyst Intern" according to a job posting that was posted the corporate website. The job posting is no longer visible on the site, which could mean it has been filled or removed from the site.

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POSTED Wed, 04/22/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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What It Took to Bring MyMagic+ and Magic Bands to the Walt Disney World Resort

It's a story filled with drama, intrigue, cast changes, and outrageous budgets. Think we're talking about the latest blockbuster film from Disney? Not even close. We're talking about the story behind MyMagic+ and Magic Bands and how the way we all experience Walt Disney World Resort has changed in the past few years.

POSTED Wed, 10/08/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Bob Iger to Remain Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company Through June 30, 2018

The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors has extended the contract of Chairman and CEO Bob Iger through June 30, 2018.

Iger has been at the helm of The Walt Disney Company since 2005.

Under Iger's leadership Disney has acquired Pixar, Lucasfilm, and Marvel. The company has also seen an expansion of its parks and resorts around the world, including the opening next year of Shanghai Disneyland.

POSTED Tue, 12/24/2013 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney Company Raises Annual Dividend by 15 Percent

The Walt Disney Company announced that it is raising its annual dividend by 15 percent to 86 cents from 75 cents.

This boost comes after the company's third consecutive year of record net income, earnings per share, and revenue.

The dividend is payable on January 16, 2014 to shareholders of record on December 16. It is the 58th consecutive dividend payment to shareholders according to the company.

POSTED Fri, 11/15/2013 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney’s Theme Parks and Interactive Media Divisions Boost Company’s Fourth Quarter Profits

The Walt Disney Company has reported a positive end to its fourth quarter and fiscal year, reporting a 7 percent increase in revenue for the year and an 8 percent increase in net income.

The positive quarter-and year-end results were due in large part to the theme park and interactive segments, including sales of Disney Infinity.

POSTED Wed, 05/29/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Cast Members Couch to 5K Plus

The fun and inventive runDisney events have been inspiring Disney fans around the world to get up off the couch and get moving. But the Walt Disney Company's commitment to health and fitness isn't just about getting guests to visit the property. Since 2011 hundreds of Cast Members have been taking steps in the right direction to become more active.