Three key international chiefs named for when major deal closes.
Disney has set out its international leadership team for when its deal for 21st Century Fox closes.
Variety has reported that Rebecca Campbell will run the Europe, Middle East and Africa team, while also adding Russia and the CIS region to her portfolio.
Rebecca (pictured) – who is based out of the London office – was appointed president, The Walt Disney Company, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) in January 2018.
Meanwhile, Diego Lerner will continue to run the Latin America region, while Uday Shankar – currently president of Fox Asia – will take the reins as president of Disney Asia Pacific.
All three will report to Kevin Mayer, chairman of The Walt Disney Company’s direct to consumer and international division.
“The planned restructuring of our business units outside of the US will result in a stronger, more agile organisation, one that is better able to pivot and capitalize on the many opportunities present in today’s fast-changing and increasingly complex global marketplace,” commented Kevin.
“Once the acquisition is complete, all three regions will be led by exceptional, highly experienced executives who will combine the ‘best of the best’ talent from both organisations.”
Kevin continued: “This new structure and the outstanding leadership team we’ve put in place are clear demonstrations of our strong commitment to integrating operations and thoughtfully executing our strategic priorities around the globe.”
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