Theme parks boss Josh D’Amaro expected to encounter scepticism following his promotion to chief executive

Company posts forecast-beating earnings ahead of meeting to decide Bob Iger’s successor

D'Amaro's appointment to the top job once again brings to the fore Disney's storied history in park-going at a time of massive growth for the division.

Disney has named Josh D'Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences, as its next CEO, succeeding Bob Iger and clinching a closely watched succession race.

The media giant chooses the head of its amusement park business to replace longtime boss Bob Iger.

Move brings an end to internal battle over who will replace longtime boss

Investors analyzed Disney's decision to tap parks chief Josh D'Amaro as the successor to CEO Bob Iger.

Josh D’Amaro must not forget the creative magic on which the company relies

Josh D’Amaro faces a tricky balancing act

Theme parks boss Josh D’Amaro expected to encounter scepticism following his promotion to chief executive