Posts Tagged ‘Employee Stories’
Finding your calling: Daniel, senior manager, security new initiatives and strategies for global security
If the number seven is lucky, then Daniel, senior manager, security new initiatives and strategies for global security, must be feeling pretty lucky as he celebrates seven years with The Walt Disney Company! Before those seven years, Daniel grew up in El Paso, Texas, and served in the military and federal civil service. In fact,…
Read MoreReaching New Heights as a Dancer in “Festival of the Lion King”
Since he was eight years old, Walt Disney World Resort cast member Marcus Boyle knew he would be a dancer. “From the first downbeat of my first class, I was hooked,” said Marcus. “Expressing myself through movement and performance gives me a joy like nothing else. To share that joy with audiences every day is…
Read MoreUK & Ireland Employees Network and Share Their Intern Experiences at Celebration Event
The remarkable achievements of the Disney UK and Ireland Intern Class of 2023 were celebrated at a memorable in-person event, marking the culmination of their internships as they prepared to bid farewell and return to university. The event included a captivating panel discussion featuring former Disney Interns, who graciously shared their experiences of transitioning into…
Read MoreChartering the course together: Four family members make magic with Disney Cruise Line
Fellow crew members often become like a second family when working on board a cruise ship, but for four Disney Cruise Line crew members, it’s an actual family affair. In 2003, a father from the Philippines decided to step into his next career adventure and pursue a role with Disney Cruise Line. His children were…
Read MoreAchieve Sweet Career Goals in a Pastry Role at Disney
As the sun rises over Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the bakery is already bustling behind the scenes with Culinary teams as they get an early start to their day. “My role in the bakery is making sure all the orders for the day are prepped and sent out on time,” said Pastry Baker…
Read MoreFostering a Community of Inclusion at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Meet one of our favorite artists from Hong Kong Disneyland Resort — Ella Somton, Guest Service Manager on the Cleaning Operations team! You may have even seen her work in person during your last visit.
Read MoreMeet Artemis: EMEA Talent Acquisition Intern
Have you ever wanted to go behind the scenes of a Disney Internship in the United Kingdom? Well, we’re excited to give you a backstage look into this experience with the help of one of our talented Disney Interns who not only helps recruit the magic of The Walt Disney Company but also creates magic for every colleague she supports.
Read MoreTrust the Timing and Be True to Yourself: Building a Dance Career at Disney
You never know where your Disney Audition will take you, but growing up in Central Florida, the possibility of a career at Disney was always on the horizon for Andrew Dorsey, a Dancer at Walt Disney World Resort. “I always knew in the back of my head that I would end up working for the…
Read MoreLeaving a legacy: Sarah, manager, global intelligence & threat analysis
From childhood Disney theme park trips to protecting the company’s brands, assets and people as a member of the global security team, Sarah has always had a connection to the magic. After following in her family’s footsteps with a military career in the United States Army, she took her talents to the company that had…
Read MoreMaking Waves, Memories and Magic as a Lifeguard at Disneyland Resort
With the sun high in the sky, a packed pool deck and the smell of sunscreen lingering in the air, cast member David, a Lifeguard at Disneyland Resort is ready for another day making magic with the Recreation team. “My favorite aspect of the team environment is coming to work every day and seeing…
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