Rebecca Campbell is the first high profile Disney executive to leave following Iger's announcement of major cost cutting and job losses

Feb 09, 2023 in "The Walt Disney Company"

Posted: Thursday February 9, 2023 1:10pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Brooks Barnes of the New York Times is reporting that Rebecca Campbell is one of the first high-ranking Disney executives to be shown the door following yesterday's news of major cost cutting and job losses at the company.

Campbell is a 26 year Disney veteran, who was most recently serving as Chairman, International Content and Operations. She was responsible for expanding international content creation through the development and production of entertainment and sports content in local markets throughout Asia Pacific, EMEA, India and Latin America. Additionally, she managed the Company’s international linear channels, local ad sales, and local distribution outside the U.S. She also oversaw the Disney+ Hotstar business in India.

Prior to that she was President of Disneyland Resort, where she oversaw two theme parks - Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.

In a memo, Iger said, "I've always appreciated her willingness to take them on graciously, enthusiastically, and with an impeccable degree of professionalism. Her talents and expertise, and her warmth and sense of humanity will be missed."

Campbell will remain in her post until June to help with he transition.

Yesterday, Iger announced there will be a new Disney organizational structure with three segments - Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and 'Disney, Parks Experiences, and Products.' The restructuring will allow Disney to save $5.5 billion in cost savings, and as part of the plan, Iger says Disney will eliminate 7000 jobs. Cost reductions will be comprised of approximately 50% marketing, 30% labor, and 20% technology procurement and other expenses.

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Tha RealestJun 19, 2023

Taps sign.

LSLSJun 14, 2023

Agree with that, I liked Chelios

HauntedPirateJun 14, 2023

Now that is less than desirable, let’s say. I can’t stand that either. But losing Chelios is not good for ESPN’s hockey coverage. And I rarely have to care because the Wild are so infrequently on those two stations… 😂

LSLSJun 14, 2023

Tnt is awful. Having guys openly cheering for teams during intermission is beyond obnoxious. Admittedly I don't watch ESPN either, but I legit won't watch my teams if they are on TNT at this point.

HauntedMansionFLAJun 13, 2023

They got rid of their whole floral department and is going with a third party.

DisorbustJun 13, 2023

Just checked and nothing from Florida and I know they did layoffs.

HauntedPirateJun 13, 2023

TNT's studio staff blows away ESPN's. I'm not a huge fan of one or two of them, but when you have the Great One *and* King Henrik together? Good golly Miss Molly.

DCBakerJun 13, 2023

A few WARN notices have started to appear.

SirwalterraleighJun 11, 2023

Here’s something to keep an eye on too… It’s only the beginning https://www.cnn.com/2023/06/10/us/southern-california-hotel-workers-strike/index.html

SirwalterraleighJun 06, 2023

I have no problem with chelios…he’s just a victim of ESPN half heartedly trying to cover hockey. I don’t know why they bother to try? Really poor quality. Ferraro makes excuses for headshots over and over again. He’s as useless as an announcer as he was a player. No tears there

LSLSJun 06, 2023

But they kept levy and messier? I really hope they don't try to become as unwatchable as tnt

TraumaJun 06, 2023

Sucks Chris is a friend of mine. Well actually my wife is friends with his wife. Money isn’t an issue he just loves Hockey and has to be as involved as possible.

SirwalterraleighJun 06, 2023

Who wants a park and a character breakfast??

some other guyJun 06, 2023

HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAR WE ARE BORN TO BE SOLD WE ARE THE HOLDINGS OF THE MICKEYMOUSE