Replacing Nicola Shindler, who will now be the company's Chief Creative Officer, the former Entertainment One UK executive will join the company and report to group CEO, Anna Marsh, starting on April, 2020.
Bob Chapek, Bob Iger’s replacement, will focus its strategy on direct-to-consumer services such as Disney+ and Hulu, which he considers the “most important” to the company.
The executive will be replaced by Bob Chapek, who has most recently served as chairman of Disney’s parks business. Iger will take on the role of Executive Chairman to ensure a smooth transition through the end of his contract on Dec. 31, 2021.
The organization’s new chief looks to boost export potential of Russian content. She replaces Catherine Mtsitouridze who left the post after nine years in the role.
The service merges linear and on-demand experience through AI-powered linear channels and an extensive selection of VOD content. FilmBox Plus is expected to launch worldwide later this year and will replace FilmBox Live.