Posts by Bethany
HBCU Spotlight: Karla Baker, Merchandise General Manager, Epcot
Karla is the General Manager of Merchandise at Epcot, who has a Disney career spanning 23 years, three theme parks, World of Disney leadership, co-leader and executive champion of WDW Pulse, and recently added Executive Champion of the Disney Programs Equity Council to her plate. Learn how inclusivity has always been woven into Karla’s career.
Read MoreParticipant spotlight: Making waves with chalk art at Typhoon Lagoon
At Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, one College Program participant has been using his background in illustration to create a very special sort of magic. As a custodial cast…
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight: Sherrell Wilson, Recruiter, Disney College and International Program
In his nearly 14 years with The Walt Disney Company, Grambling State University alumnus Sherrell Wilson has come full circle. He joined Disney as a College Program participant and now has the pleasure of recruiting students worldwide. Learn more about Sherrell, his love for Grambling, and his work leading the outreach and engagement workstream for Disney’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) task force.
Read MoreProfessional Intern Spotlight: Disney General Entertainment Interns
Through Disney General Entertainment we have the privilege of enjoying beloved brands such as Freeform, Hulu, FX, and National Geographic. From animation to diversity and inclusion, professional interns are assisting…
Read MoreFive spots for program graduation photos
That photo with graduation Mickey and Minnie is iconic for Disney Programs participants, but there are tons of great spots around Flamingo Crossings Village to capture beautiful photos as well!…
Read MoreMental Health Awareness Month: Tips to improve your mental well-being
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to become more aware of resources to support mental and emotional health while taking note of our own mental wellbeing. While we…
Read MoreSustainable living at Flamingo Crossings Village
We believe it’s important to show our Disney Programs participants ways they can take care of the environment and contribute to The Walt Disney Company’s vision to create a happier…
Read MoreProfessional Intern spotlight: Wayne Hartman, College and International Recruitment Professional Intern
Meet Wayne, a Disney Professional Intern. We first met him in the last fall as a Disney College Program legacy participant working at Satu’li Canteen at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme…
Read MoreProfessional Intern Spotlight: Damien Jenkins – Talent Acquisition Marketing Account Management Intern
Meet Damien, a professional intern with Talent Acquisition Marketing supporting account management. In this role, Damien assists with marketing initiatives to support recruitment efforts for brands we know and love…
Read MoreWomen’s History Month: Celebrating some of the women who support our Disney Programs cast members
During a Disney Program, participants can enjoy a variety of resources to guide them through their experience. An amazing resource in their work areas are our Programs Champions. A…
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