Paul Roeder Named New Disney Chief Communications Officer

Paul Roeder will take over as The Walt Disney Company’s Chief Communications Officer under incoming CEO Josh D’Amaro next week. CCO Paul Roeder Roeder replaces Kristina Schake, who Disney previously announced was exiting the company. Roeder will become the new CCO and a Senior Executive Vice President on March 19, the day after Schake’s exit and D’Amaro’s promotion to CEO. Roeder is a 25-year Disney veteran, most recently serving as Executive Vice President, Communications – Disney Entertainment Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and International....