As Mickey and Minnie get a fabulous makeover and the park icons are fashioned with themed overlays, it’s going to be a party like no other! Now, in preparation for the celebration, Disney has named its new Global Ambassador
Disney shared that George A. Kalogridis will be the official Global Ambassador for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! Currently, Kalogridis also serves as the President of Segment Development and Enrichment for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. He’s been with the company for nearly 50 years now.
In this new role, Kalogridis will help develop “strategic and operational business initiatives while developing and scaling best practices at Disney sites worldwide.” Additionally, he will lead the Disney Institute and National Geographic Live businesses.
Further responsibilities include serving as a strategic advisor to Disney destination operators and helping to further Disney’s principles of Diversity and Inclusion.
In the past, Kalogridis has served as president of Walt Disney World, president of Disneyland Resort, and chief operating officer for Disneyland Resort Paris, among many other roles.
