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Big changes continue to hit the Walt Disney Company. See the newest executive to now leave the company.
Changes at the Walt Disney Company
There have been so many changes within the Walt Disney Company over the past few months. The biggest surprise came with the exit of former Disney CEO, Bob Chapek, back in November 2022.
As Bob Iger returned as Disney CEO, he announced huge job reductions. This would come with a workforce reduction of 7,000 jobs. The first round of layoffs shocked many as Disney executives were among the first to be let go.
Recently, Disney announced the HUGE news that Disney Chief Financial Officer Christine McCarthy will take a medical leave of absence. You can check out more details about her departure HERE. This caused a huge change for Walt Disney World Park executives with many changes announced earlier this week.
Another Executive Leaving
Latondra Newton has served as the Chief Diversity Officer for six years with the Walt Disney Company. Variety first broke this story with a memo shared by Sonia Coleman Disney’s HR chief.
The memo states, “Since joining the company in 2017, Latondra has led the company’s strategic diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, including partnering with stakeholders across the enterprise to amplify stories of the world by people around the world.”
“She has been dedicated to ensuring every person sees themselves and their life experiences represented in a meaningful and authentic way.” Coleman goes on to say, “Latondra’s direct reports will report to Julie Merges on an interim basis until a new DEI leader is identified.”
Julie Merges will continue to work as Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition with the Walt Disney Company. This news is quite surprising along with the exit of Christine McCarthy just last week.
Latondra Newton served as the Chief Diversity Officer for six years and is now leaving the Walt Disney Company.
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Nelson Sandoval
Monday 26th of June 2023
Kathleen Kennedy needs to go! She’s next!
Ray Pike
Thursday 22nd of June 2023
They have forgotten who their customer is. They don't need to focus on diversity. All already are their customers. We are waking up. We are getting tired of small minority groups throwing their ideas and culture in our faces. Disney doesn't need a diversity VP. They just need to get back to providing an entertainment experience for all at a fair price. And realize nobody wants to spend all day for two rides.
Paul R.
Thursday 22nd of June 2023
If Disney doesn’t return to the pre-Covid experience and pricing it might not survive.
Robert Millhouse
Wednesday 21st of June 2023
Disney needs some financial reorganization…..they are starting at the top….I admire their strategy…
Irving D Sanders
Wednesday 21st of June 2023
They won't lean house, just rid themselves of some sacrificial positions.