AUTHOR: Charles Boda
‘Good Morning America’ Announces 2018 Class of Disney Dreamers
The Disney Dreamers Academy is entering its eleventh year, which means that once again a select group of 100 teenagers across America will be given a once in a lifetime opportunity to gain insight and inspiration at a very special destination. Not only that, five of those students got a surprise trip to New York … ‘Good Morning America’ Announces 2018 Class of Disney Dreamers
Disney Announces Upcoming Star Wars Shooter Exclusive to Mobile Devices
Star Wars: Rivals is set to be the first real-time action shooter for the franchise that is only available on mobile devices. The game will allow players to control iconic characters and battle in memorable locations, all spanning multiple eras of Star Wars history. Gameplay for Rivals is described as “rooted in cover-based PvP skirmishes where … Disney Announces Upcoming Star Wars Shooter Exclusive to Mobile Devices
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Opens New Arena
The much anticipated addition to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex opened ceremoniously this past Friday, January 12th; The Arena occupies 30,000 square feet and seats 8,000. Disney said in a release, “The launch of the arena, the third indoor competition venue at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, marks another milestone for the … ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Opens New Arena
Bob Iger Brought in $36.3 Million in 2017, More Expected in 2018
The Walt Disney Company compensated CEO Bob Iger to the tune of $36.3 million last year. Contingent upon meeting certain goals, his pay could more than double for the next fiscal year. 2017 saw a $15.2 million cash bonus for the CEO, compensation for results related to segment operating income and return on invested capital. … Bob Iger Brought in $36.3 Million in 2017, More Expected in 2018
Abigail Disney Joins Killer Content to Form Startup Studio Level Forward
Documentary filmmaker Abigail Disney is collaborating with Killer Content on a new studio startup venture whose creative roots were put down in the aftermath of the Harvey Weinstein scandal. Abigail is the granddaughter of Roy Disney, co-founder of the Walt Disney Company and brother to Walt Disney. Level Forward will focus on supporting projects by … Abigail Disney Joins Killer Content to Form Startup Studio Level Forward
Disney Board Members Sheryl Sandberg, Jack Dorsey Opt Out of Re-election
Disney’s growing presence as a media powerhouse has caused some complications for current board of directors members Sheryl Sandberg and Jack Dorsey. Conflicts of interest have become too prevalent for Dorsey, CEO of Twitter, and Sandberg, COO off Facebook; neither will be seeking re-election when voting takes place at the annual shareholder’s meeting on March … Disney Board Members Sheryl Sandberg, Jack Dorsey Opt Out of Re-election
Two Federal Agencies Being Sued over SeaWorld Killer Whale Necropsy
It has been over one year since the death of the Tilikum the whale, yet the subject of Blackfish has remained an issue for animal advocacy groups seeking further details regarding the orca’s cause of death. The Animal Welfare Institute is now suing two federal agencies that backed SeaWorld’s refusal to release a full necropsy for … Two Federal Agencies Being Sued over SeaWorld Killer Whale Necropsy
SeaWorld CEO Criticizes Logic of Activists Regarding Killer Whales
SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment CEO Joel Manby shared his feelings about the company’s stance on killer whales, and the harsh criticism from activists it has received, while speaking at the ICR Conference in Orlando on Monday. The ICR Conference is a function attended by international investors, analysts, bankers, and select media; Manby used the opportunity … SeaWorld CEO Criticizes Logic of Activists Regarding Killer Whales
Disney Marathon Victor is the First American to Win Since 2004
The annual Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend has come to a close, and the first person to cross the finish line is also the first American to do so since 2004. Nick Hilton, a 28-year-old from Tuscon, Arizona, is the official winner of the 2018 Walt Disney World Full Marathon. This wasn’t the first time … Disney Marathon Victor is the First American to Win Since 2004
Disney Pixar’s ‘Coco’ Wins Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature
Disney·Pixar’s wildly successful film honoring Dia de Los Muertos and Mexican culture managed to beat out both major studio and independent competitors alike last night, taking home the Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature. Coco was in the running alongside DreamWorks Animation’s The Boss Baby and Fox/Blue Sky’s Ferdinand, as well as independent features The Breadwinner and Loving Vincent. Coco … Disney Pixar’s ‘Coco’ Wins Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature
