Robert Iger
Robert A. Iger
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
The Walt Disney Company
Robert A. Iger is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company. As
Chairman and CEO, Mr. Iger is the steward of the world's largest media company and some of the most respected and beloved brands around the globe. His strategic vision for The Walt
Disney Company focuses on three fundamental aspects: generating the best creative content possible; fostering innovation and utilizing the latest technology; and expanding into new markets around the world. Mr. Iger has built on Disney's rich history of unforgettable storytelling, with the acquisition of Pixar (2006) and Marvel (2009), two of the entertainment industry's greatest storytellers. Always one to embrace new technology, Mr. Iger has made
Disney an industry leader at the forefront of offering its creative content across new and multiple platforms. Prior to his current role Mr. Iger served as President and Chief Executive Officer from October,
2005 and President and Chief Operating Officer from 2000-2005.
Disney's exceptional entertainment experiences, widely diverse content and unique skill in managing businesses in an integrated manner led to strong results in 2011. In its most recent fiscal year, Disney posted record revenue, net income and earnings per share. During Mr. Iger's tenure, Disney has become the largest media company in the world, growing at a compounded annual growth rate of 8%.
Mr. Iger officially joined the Disney senior management team in 1996 as Chairman of the
Disney-owned ABC Group and in 1999 was given the additional responsibility of President,
Walt Disney International. In this role, Mr. Iger expanded and coordinated Disney's presence outside of the United States, establishing the blueprint for Disney's international growth today.
As Chairman of the ABC Group, Mr. Iger oversaw the broadcast television network and station group, cable television properties, radio and
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
The Walt Disney Company
Robert A. Iger is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company. As
Chairman and CEO, Mr. Iger is the steward of the world's largest media company and some of the most respected and beloved brands around the globe. His strategic vision for The Walt
Disney Company focuses on three fundamental aspects: generating the best creative content possible; fostering innovation and utilizing the latest technology; and expanding into new markets around the world. Mr. Iger has built on Disney's rich history of unforgettable storytelling, with the acquisition of Pixar (2006) and Marvel (2009), two of the entertainment industry's greatest storytellers. Always one to embrace new technology, Mr. Iger has made
Disney an industry leader at the forefront of offering its creative content across new and multiple platforms. Prior to his current role Mr. Iger served as President and Chief Executive Officer from October,
2005 and President and Chief Operating Officer from 2000-2005.
Disney's exceptional entertainment experiences, widely diverse content and unique skill in managing businesses in an integrated manner led to strong results in 2011. In its most recent fiscal year, Disney posted record revenue, net income and earnings per share. During Mr. Iger's tenure, Disney has become the largest media company in the world, growing at a compounded annual growth rate of 8%.
Mr. Iger officially joined the Disney senior management team in 1996 as Chairman of the
Disney-owned ABC Group and in 1999 was given the additional responsibility of President,
Walt Disney International. In this role, Mr. Iger expanded and coordinated Disney's presence outside of the United States, establishing the blueprint for Disney's international growth today.
As Chairman of the ABC Group, Mr. Iger oversaw the broadcast television network and station group, cable television properties, radio and