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Comcast Elevates Mike Cavanagh to Co-CEO With Brian Roberts Starting 2026

The move signals a structured succession plan at the family-controlled media and broadband giant.

Overview

  • Comcast said the co-CEO transition takes effect in January 2026, when Mike Cavanagh will also join the company’s board.
  • Brian L. Roberts will remain chairman and continue as co-CEO alongside Cavanagh.
  • Currently president and formerly CFO, Cavanagh has effectively overseen NBCUniversal’s TV, film and theme park operations since Jeff Shell’s 2022 departure.
  • Universal Destinations & Experiences continues under CEO Mark Woodbury as Epic Universe and Horror Unleashed debut and a Universal Kids Resort is slated to open near Dallas in 2026.
  • Theme Park Insider reported that Tom Mehrmann, who led Universal Parks and Resorts for the Pacific Rim, has retired.