How the Disney Board Handled the Succession Crisis

In this episode of Boardroom Conversations, Lucas and Luna dive into the most high-stakes boardroom drama in entertainment history: The Walt Disney Company's succession crisis from 2020 to 2025. They explore how the board managed the abrupt departure of Bob Chapek, the return of Bob Iger, and the eventual appointment of a new CEO. Specific focus on the board's composition, the role of activist investors like Nelson Peltz, and how governance structures were tested. Learn how one of the world's most iconic boards navigated leadership uncertainty, shareholder pressure, and the challenge of preserving a century-old legacy. A masterclass in board resilience and strategic succession planning. #Disney #SuccessionPlanning #BoardGovernance #CEOTransition #BobIger #BobChapek #ActivistInvestors #NelsonPeltz #CorporateGovernance #BoardroomConversations #Leadership #BusinessPodcast #Strategy #MediaAndEntertainment #FexingoBusiness #Business #CorporateLeadership #BoardDynamics Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo