Archive · 7 Nov 2025
Bob Iger Shares Advice for Disney CEO Successor on Future Vision
Disney's boss, Bob Iger, is getting ready to leave his job again in 2026.
He recently talked about what the next boss needs to do.
He said the new leader has a big job because Disney is loved all over the world.
They need to keep Disney special and make people happy with stories, just like Walt Disney would want.
This means telling more amazing stories, trying new things, and taking chances.
Bob Iger doesn't want the new boss to just copy the past, but to use it as a stepping stone for new ideas.
He hopes Disney will stay the best at telling stories for a very long time.
He also mentioned that he's proud of big deals he made, like buying Marvel.
Bob Iger plans to step down as Disney CEO again in 2026.
He emphasized the successor's responsibility to maintain Disney's status as a beloved and admired global company.
Iger stressed the importance of creating great storytelling, innovation, and risk-taking for future audiences.
He advised the successor to respect Disney's past values while driving the company forward with constant invention.
Notable potential successors include Disney Entertainment co-chair Dana Walden and Disney Experiences boss Josh D’Amaro.
- Who
- Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company
- What
- Shared his vision and advice for his successor, emphasizing the responsibility to maintain Disney's beloved status while driving innovation and storytelling.
- When
- Recently, in an interview on 'The Rest Is History' podcast.
- Where
- In an interview discussing his tenure and future plans for Disney.
- Why
- To reflect on his leadership and provide guidance for the next CEO as he prepares to step down again.
- CEO
- Bob Iger
- Company
- The Walt Disney Company
- Planned Exit
- 2026
- Podcast
- The Rest Is History
- Notable Acquisitions Under Iger
- Marvel (2009)