'Tis the season for candlelight processionals on both coasts. With Disneyland's starting a bit later than Walt Disney World's, top company leaders were able to meet up in California before the season officially got underway. Disney Parks Experiences and Consumer Products Chairman Bob Chapek, Disneyland President Rebecca Campbell and Disneyland Ambassadors all met with cast... Continue Reading →
Last weekend was the first chilly one of the season at Walt Disney World, but that didn't stop cast members from lacing up their running shoes and heading to Animal Kingdom for the Be Well 5K. Races like this happen twice a year, one is typically at Epcot, the other at Animal Kingdom, where cast... Continue Reading →
Shanghai Disney Resort is being honored for their cast for the third year in a row. AON Hewitt has awarded Shanghai Disney Resort with the 2019 China Best Employer Award, recognizing Disney’s commitment as an employer of choice in China. Three cast members accompanied President and General Manager Joe Schott, Vice President, Human Resources –... Continue Reading →
At D23 Expo 2019, Disney announced a new collaboration between Disney Publishing Worldwide and Disney+ highlighting one day in the life of 79 Disney Cast Members and employees all over the world. One Day at Disney is a 224-page coffee table book highlighting the 76 photoshoots that all occurred on the same day, as well... Continue Reading →
Cast members get to have Halloween fun at Walt Disney World too. Many work locations host pumpkin decorating contests where cast members can show off their skills. Here are a few photos provided by Disney: If you're at the parks on Halloween, be sure to thank cast members for spending their (commercial) holidays making sure... Continue Reading →
Disney and the University of Central Florida are joining forces to expand Disney Aspire. This groundbreaking education investment program will empower the futures of some 53,000 Florida-based Cast Members with access to a free, quality college education at network schools and individual coaching through graduation. The Disney Aspire program gives hourly employees and cast members... Continue Reading →
Disney is giving a first look at new costumes cast members will wear at Coronado Springs when Gran Destino Tower opens this July. The new costumes were just revealed at a special cast member runway-style fashion show at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. For the collection, Costume Designer Josh Winchester worked closely with Executive Architect David... Continue Reading →
