Disney Names New Presidents For Disney World, Disneyland Paris, And Signature Experiences

BusinessHollywood & EntertainmentDisney Names New Presidents For Disney World, Disneyland Paris, And Signature ExperiencesByMegan duBois,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Megan duBois is a reporter who covers The Walt Disney Company.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 03:28pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ORLANDO, FL - MAY 31: A statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse stands in a garden in front of Cinderella's Castle at the Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World on May 31, 2024, in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Gary Hershorn/Getty Images)Getty ImagesToday, The Walt Disney Company has announced a shake-up in its executive teams across Disney Experiences. The news comes on the heels of Thomas Mazloum taking over as Chairman of Disney Experiences in March of this year. The new appointments include a new president for Walt Disney World, Disney Signature Experiences and Disneyland Paris, all of which will take effect by the end of July. Joe Schott Takes The Helm At Walt Disney WorldORLANDO, FL - JUNE 1: Cars enter the grounds of Walt Disney World on June 1, 2024, in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Gary Hershorn/Getty Images)Getty ImagesWalt Disney World will soon be led by Joe Schott, who will succeed Jeff Vahle, who will be retiring in July after 36 years with the Walt Disney Company. Most recently, Schott was the President of Disney Signature Experiences, where he led teams including Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, and Adventures by Disney. Schott is taking over during a time when Walt Disney World is undergoing a massive investment in its parks. Currently, there are projects underway at Magic Kingdom with all-new Villains and Cars-themed lands, plus a Monsters Inc.-themed expansion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and a Tropical Americas land with two massive attractions under construction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.Schott is no...