Posts Tagged ‘Culture & Values’
The Power of Internal Development with Disney THINKfluencers | S3E3
CONTRIBUTED BY Brennah Chirumbole ON THIS EPISODE OF LIFE AT DISNEY Discover the Disney THINKfluencers who are revolutionizing internal mobility and career growth. These subject matter experts turned internal content creators are sharing their skills and giving a behind-the-scenes look at the high-impact projects they lead. Disney employees can build skills in an ever-evolving era…
Read MoreMeet Disney’s Newest Environmental Champions
At Walt Disney World, sustainability comes to life in surprising ways. Every day, cast members are finding creative ways to reduce waste, conserve resources, and inspire others to care for the planet. The Disney Environmental Champion Awards celebrate those who turn their passion for the environment into meaningful impact – and our latest recipients are…
Read More2026/2027 Aulani Ambassador leans into Aulani values
Twelve years ago, she left the comfort and stability of an office job for a part-time restaurant hostess position at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, buoyed by the dream of working for The Walt Disney Company and a belief in herself. Today, Shawny Morey is the 2026/2027 Aulani Ambassador, representing more than 1,700 cast…
Read MoreAulani Cast Members receive The Walt Disney Company’s highest honor
Fewer than one percent of those who work for The Walt Disney Company receive the Walt Disney Legacy Award, inspired by Walt’s personal qualities of Dream, Create and Inspire. Recently, four Aulani cast members joined the select group of recipients. They include Lunue of Housekeeping, Hannah of Entertainment, Hina of Disney Vacation Club and Nate…
Read MoreProtecting the Magic as a Paralegal Manager
Today, we’re excited to share a Q&A with paralegal manager Jo-Ann Diaz de Leon! Jo-Ann was preparing to begin her Marriage & Family Therapy master’s program at Mount Saint Mary’s University when a Disney recruiter contacted her after seeing her résumé online. “I recall thinking that I had a unique opportunity to work at the…
Read MoreBringing the Magic Home: Meet the Disney Consumer Products Türkiye Team
CONTRIBUTED BY Kelly Ann Vasquez Meet Onur, Basak, and Pınar, three passionate leaders at Disney Consumer Products Türkiye who are shaping how fans experience Disney every day. Whether it’s a Mickey-inspired fashion line or a perfectly placed toy on a store shelf, their work brings Disney magic into homes across the country. Onur Erdogan Onur…
Read MoreCelebrating World Sea Turtle Day: Meet the Team Saving Sea Turtles
Did you know that more than 350 sea turtles have been rehabilitated and released by Disney’s animal care experts over the past four decades? On this World Sea Turtle Day, meet our amazing animal care team at The Seas with Nemo & Friends at EPCOT who are making a difference every day in the survival…
Read MoreA Disney Cast Members Journey Across Generations
Felix’s story begins decades before his program, with his mother, Yuko, who participated in the same program 25 years ago at the Japan pavilion. Yuko not only discovered her passion for creating magical moments but also met her husband—Felix’s father—through the program, who worked in the Germany pavilion. Today, Felix follows in their footsteps, creating…
Read MoreFrom Puerto Rico to the Disney College Program – Disney College Program Miniseries: Season 5 Episode 1
ON THIS EPISODE OF LIFE AT DISNEY PODCAST What’s it like moving from Puerto Rico to Florida for the Disney College Program? Hear from current participants Roschelle and Mei to find out! Welcome to season five of our miniseries, where we’ll discuss all things about life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40…
Read MoreHow a Former Cultural Exchange Participant is Helping Grow the Program
CONTRIBUTED BY Jaylen Holmes The Walt Disney Company is deeply rooted in the spirit of creativity, collaboration and partnership. So, it’s special to see real examples of those values being practiced! Meet Josemaría, a former Disney Cultural Exchange Program participant from Peru, whose journey is a testament to the power of cultural immersion, personal…
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