Disney veteran Josh D'Amaro will take over as CEO in March as investors look for the stock to gain momentum.It's official: The Walt Disney Company (DIS 0.22%) veteran Josh D'Amaro will succeed Bob Iger as CEO on March 18 of this year. The first time Iger left the company in 2020, he handed the reins to a handpicked choice in Bob Chapek. The Chapek era proved tumultuous for the company, and the board ultimately fired Chapek. His tenure lasted less than three years, and Iger came back to right the wayward shi ...

The next CEO of Disney is Josh D'amaro. Fans of Disney's theme parks, cruises and resorts will know this 30 year veteran. He's held many leadership roles within the company, including president of Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, and Disneyland in Anaheim, California.And for the past six years, he's led the highly profitable experiences division, arguably the company's most important segment. He took over that role during the pandemic, when everything -- parks, resorts and cruises -- were all shut dow ...

Core Viewpoint - Kristina Mustonen has resigned as CEO of Arco Vara AS, effective after the notice period, citing personal reasons for her departure [1][3][4] Group 1: Leadership Transition - The Supervisory Board of Arco Vara AS acknowledges Mustonen's significant contributions, including the increase in development project volume and the acquisition of key properties [2] - The Board will begin meetings with candidates for the new CEO, emphasizing the need for strong leadership to implement ongoing projects like the Luther Quarter [2] - Mustonen will assist in the transition by preparing management responsibilities for the new CEO and finalizing the audited financial results for 2025 [3][4] Group 2: Company Strategy and Operations - Arco Vara confirms that the CEO's departure will not impact its strategic plans, including dividend payments and growth under experienced leadership [5] - Preparatory work for the Luther Quarter will continue, with construction set to commence once all necessary steps are completed [3]

This story was originally published on C-Store Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily C-Store Dive newsletter. Dive Brief: Niall Anderton, senior vice president of strategy and transformation at Alimentation Couche-Tard, has been named CEO of Irish food retailer and wholesaler Musgrave Group, according to an announcement this week. Anderton will join Musgrave in May, with incumbent Noel Keeley retiring at the end of the year, according to the announcement. As one of Couche ...

Core Viewpoint - Target has appointed Michael Fiddelke as the next CEO, succeeding Brian Cornell, who will transition to the role of executive chairman. This decision has raised concerns among analysts regarding the need for significant change within the company, given its declining sales performance [3][4][6]. Company Performance - Target's sales peaked at $109 billion in fiscal 2022 but have since experienced a decline, with eleven consecutive quarters of flat or declining sales. For the first half of 2025, net sales decreased by 1.9% to $49.1 billion [4]. Leadership Transition - Michael Fiddelke, a long-time Target employee, has been seen as a safe choice for CEO, but analysts express skepticism about whether he can drive the necessary changes. His internal appointment may perpetuate existing issues rather than introduce fresh perspectives [5][7][8]. Analyst Opinions - Analysts have mixed feelings about Fiddelke's appointment. Some believe that an external hire could have brought new insights and energy to the company, which is facing intense competition [6][7]. - Concerns have been raised that Fiddelke's deep ties to Target's culture may hinder his ability to implement the changes needed to revitalize the company [14][15]. Strategic Direction - The board's decision to keep Brian Cornell involved as executive chairman suggests a reluctance to make bold changes, which some analysts argue is necessary for Target's recovery [10][11]. - The company may have miscalculated its position in the market, as Fiddelke's skill set may be more suited for a mature company rather than one in decline [13].