Thomas Mazloum has been named Chairman of Disney Experiences.
Mazloum succeeds Josh D’Amaro, who will take over the top job at Disney from current CEO Bob Iger. In his role, Mazloum will lead a diverse portfolio of global businesses including Disney’s theme parks, cruise ships, resort hotels, expeditions and adventures, consumer products and Walt Disney Imagineering, the creative engine behind Disney’s experiences portfolio.
D’Amaro said, “We’re in an unprecedented period of growth for Disney Experiences.” He added, “This team will propel the world-class experiences Disney is known for to more guests across the globe.”
Prior to Disney, Mazloum worked in European luxury hospitality, gaining extensive experience across high‑end hotels in food & beverage, guest services, and hotel operations. He later served as Chief Operating Officer of Crystal Cruise Line, where he was known for driving service excellence, transforming organizational cultures, and successfully launching new travel ventures.
His Disney journey includes holding senior leadership roles at Walt Disney World Resort before being named President, Disney Signature Experiences. In that role, he developed a long‑term strategic growth plan that included doubling the size of the Disney Cruise Line fleet.
With the recent launch of Disney Adventure in Singapore — the cruise line’s eighth ship and its first homeported in Asia — the business expanded into new growth markets.
Most recently, as President, Disneyland Resort, Mazloum oversaw two theme parks, three hotels, and the Downtown Disney District during the Resort’s 70th anniversary celebration.
“Thomas Mazloum is an exceptional leader with a genuine appreciation for our cast members and a proven track record of delivering growth,” said D’Amaro. “His focus on service excellence, broad international leadership, and strong connection to the creativity that brings our stories to life make him the right leader to guide Disney Experiences into its next chapter.”
In addition to the news about Mazloum, Disney announced a series of executive appointments.
Jill Estorino has been named President of Disneyland Resort. She will will guide the resort through its next phase of growth while continuing to foster the culture and community that has defined Disneyland.
Tasia Filippatos has been appointed President of Disney Parks International, overseeing the growth and evolution of Disney’s parks outside the United States. She will oversee the operations, expansion, and development of Disney’s international parks — including Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disneyland, Tokyo Disney Resort in partnership with Oriental Land Company, and the newest park coming to Abu Dhabi in partnership with Miral.
Lisa Baldzicki has been named President, Disney Consumer Products. She will lead the continued evolution of the global retail division of The Walt Disney Company. The division includes the world’s largest licensing business with a presence across more than 100 product categories and a global reach spanning over 180 countries.
“As we look ahead, I have tremendous confidence in Thomas and in the leaders stepping into these roles — Jill, Tasia, and Lisa — along with the incredible leadership team across Disney Experiences,” said D’Amaro. “Together, they will continue to build on our momentum around the world, delivering the service, creativity and one-of-a-kind experiences that define Disney.”
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