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Disney Centralizes Latin America Operations, Names Martín Iraola Regional President

The structure mirrors Disney's EMEA model to address streaming competition.

Overview

  • Disney announced a new operating model for Latin America that routes entertainment and sports businesses to U.S.-based global leadership.
  • The shift integrates direct-to-consumer, theatrical distribution, local content, marketing, ad sales and sports under unified reporting lines.
  • Martín Iraola moves from interim to President of The Walt Disney Company Latin America, reporting to Alan Bergman, Dana Walden and Jimmy Pitaro.
  • Disney said the redesign targets consistent execution, faster decisions, fewer duplications and more centralized negotiations with regional partners.
  • Veteran executive Diego Lerner was designated President Honorary, as the regional hub in Argentina coordinates with offices in Brazil, Mexico and Miami.