Walt Disney (DIS) Announces Mark Parker to Be Named Chairman

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Mark Parker to Be Named Chairman of the Walt Disney Company

January 11, 2023 4:10 PM EST

Parker, a Disney director since 2016 and Executive Chairman of NIKE, will succeed Susan Arnold as independent Chairman following Annual Meeting of Shareholders

Board also responds to letter from Trian Group; recommends shareholders vote FOR all Board nominees and not support the Trian candidate

BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors announced that it has elected independent director Mark G. Parker as Chairman of the Board, effective following the Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Mr. Parker, a... More