Who is Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of Disney?

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Josh D'Amaro will officially assume the role of CEO of The Walt Disney Co. on Wednesday.
He succeeds Bob Iger, having served over 25 years at Disney in various leadership positions.
D'Amaro's previous role was Chairman of Disney Experiences, overseeing theme parks, resort hotels, and cruise lines.
Disney's businesses include theme parks, cruises, movies, and a streaming service, generating over $90 billion in annual revenue.
Key priorities for D'Amaro include leveraging intellectual property, driving streaming growth, and expanding the sports business.
Despite box office successes like 'Zootopia 2' and the latest 'Avatar' film, Disney's stock has fallen 10% this year.
The company is also investing heavily in its parks, including a new resort in Abu Dhabi, and expanding domestic and international capacity.
D'Amaro's personal connection to Disney stems from childhood visits to Disneyland, emphasizing the company's ability to create meaningful experiences.

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