Carol Choi, Senior Vice President of The Walt Disney Company Asia-Pacific, has been appointed as the new President of the region.
The Walt Disney Company announced on the 20th that Choi will officially take office on December 1, succeeding Luke Kang, who decided to retire.
In her new role, Choi will oversee Disney’s entertainment businesses in Greater China, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Her areas of responsibility include studios, Disney+, original content production, consumer products, broadcast networks, and content sales.
Having joined Disney in 2006, Choi has spent 20 years holding key leadership positions. After working in Greater China, she served as the head of operations in Japan and Korea. Recently, she oversaw the Asia-Pacific studio business, original content strategy, and integrated marketing, playing a leading role in the expansion of Disney+ and Asian original content.
Alan Bergman, Co-Chairman of Disney Entertainment, and Jimmy Pitaro, Chairman of ESPN, stated in a joint statement, “Carol Choi is a proven Disney leader with extensive business operations experience, exceptional creative instincts, and a deep understanding of the region. She is the ideal person to lead the organization into its next chapter.”
Choi stated, “The Asia-Pacific region is home to some of the most passionate fans and dynamic creative communities in the world. Together with our employees and partners, I look forward to delivering diverse stories and experiences to audiences, growing our business, and further strengthening Disney’s connection with fans across the region.”
Meanwhile, outgoing President Kang has served as the head of the Asia-Pacific region since 2020, leading business growth including the launch of Disney+ and expanded investments in film and television content.
