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Disney Hosts Princess Party at AdventHealth for Children in Orlando

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Friday, February 23, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Walt Disney World Resort and Starlight Children's Foundation hosted a Disney Princess-themed party fit for royalty for patients at AdventHealth for Children in Orlando. The princess party included a visit from Belle and a new delivery of Starlight hospital gowns inspired by beloved heroines like Tiana, Ariel, Mulan and more.

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Disney donates Disney Princess-inspired hospital gowns and pants, books, toys and more to AdventHealth for Children in collaboration with Starlight Children's Foundation
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Walt Disney World Resort and Starlight Children's Foundation hosted a Disney Princess-themed party fit for royalty for patients at AdventHealth for Children in Orlando.
The princess party included a visit from Belle and a new delivery of Starlight hospital gowns inspired by beloved heroines like Tiana, Ariel, Mulan and more.
For the Disney Princess party, in addition to princess-themed hospital gowns and pants, Disney Consumer Products provided princess dolls and plush toys from Disney Store , as well as books from Disney Publishing .
AdventHealth for Children: AdventHealth for Children is a nationally recognized children's hospital and network of pediatric specialists, programs and care facilities that sets the standard for innovation, quality and comprehensive care.

Walt Disney World Resort Hosts Make-A-Wish Families Across America for World Princess Week Party

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Monday, August 28, 2023

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate World Princess Week, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida hosted its largest wish-granting event ever with "Once Upon A Wish Party" – a special event dreamed up just for wish kids and their families.

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate World Princess Week, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida hosted its largest wish-granting event ever with "Once Upon A Wish Party" – a special event dreamed up just for wish kids and their families.
7-year-old Scarlett from Orlando, Florida, wished to have a Disney Princess experience at Walt Disney World.
To complete their Disney wish trips, families are now enjoying several days in the theme parks and a stay at Give Kids The World Village, an organization that plays an integral role in wish-granting efforts at Walt Disney World Resort.
Following the enchanting event at Walt Disney World, Disney wish-granting events will also take place at Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort in celebration of World of Frozen opening in December.

Disney Kicks Off “Wonder of Princess” Month in August With Magical Lineup of New Collaborations

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

To kick off festivities, new Disney Story Dolls from shopDisney.com are available today online and at select shopping destinations at Disney Parks.

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To kick off festivities, new Disney Story Dolls from shopDisney.com are available today online and at select shopping destinations at Disney Parks.
Young fans can also get cozy in new sleepwear available on shopDisney, inspired by beloved Disney Princess characters.
Disney Princess and LEGO fans can stream a brand new special, “LEGO Disney Princess: The Castle Quest”, debuting exclusively on Disney+, August 18.
New toys from Mattel include the Disney Princess Royal Color Reveal Assortment , Disney Princess Story Stackers , the Disney Princess Magical Adventures Castle, as well as Mattel Creations’ Royal Radiance and Disney Collector Dolls for the adult fan.

Disney Celebrates the ‘Power of Joy’ at the 2023 Essence Festival of Culture™ in New Orleans

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Monday, June 26, 2023

“ESSENCE Fest Primetime” will livestream on Hulu Friday, June 30, through Sunday, July 2, from 7:00 p.m.–11:59 p.m. CT.

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“ESSENCE Fest Primetime” will livestream on Hulu Friday, June 30, through Sunday, July 2, from 7:00 p.m.–11:59 p.m. CT.
Drawing more than 1.9 million in-person and virtual attendees last year, ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ is the largest annual gathering of people in the country.
For more than a decade, Disney has sponsored ESSENCE Fest.
“Disney is proud to return to the ESSENCE Festival of Culture as a major sponsor and showcase the magic happening across our brands,” said Jill Estorino, president and managing director of Disney Parks International.

Disney Debuts Momentous Lineup of Global Product Collaborations to Celebrate 100 Years of Disney

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

As The Walt Disney Company marks its 100th anniversary in 2023, Disney Consumer Products, Games and Publishing will unveil exciting new collections and experiences celebrating Disney 100 Years of Wonder.

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As The Walt Disney Company marks its 100th anniversary in 2023, Disney Consumer Products, Games and Publishing will unveil exciting new collections and experiences celebrating Disney 100 Years of Wonder.
2023 will celebrate the storytellers who have brought generations the wonder and magic that is Disney, and the fans and families who have brought Disney into their hearts throughout the past 100 years.
Additionally, fans will be able to celebrate Disney 100 Years of Wonder with an incredible slate of new commemorative collaborations launching throughout 2023.
Kids and families can step inside the worlds of 20 classic Disney films in The Disney Book of Maps (Bonnier) or read treasured Disney stories in My First Bedtime Treasury: Disney 100 (Scholastic).

THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY EXPLORES THE FUTURE OF IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES AT 2022 DISNEY ACCELERATOR DEMO DAY

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Friday, November 11, 2022

BURBANK, Calif., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Walt Disney Company hosted its 2022 Disney Accelerator Demo Day, showcasing the six companies in this year's Disney Accelerator program that are focused on helping build the future of immersive experiences. The Demo Day presentation featured more than 15 senior executives from The Walt Disney Company in conversation with the founders of the six growth stage companies, as they discussed innovation and new technologies, and the impact they might have across Disney.

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BURBANK, Calif., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Walt Disney Company hosted its 2022 Disney Accelerator Demo Day, showcasing the six companies in this year's Disney Accelerator program that are focused on helping build the future of immersive experiences.
Demo Day is a celebration of the annual Disney Accelerator, a business development program designed to accelerate the growth of innovative companies from around the world.
Since launching the Accelerator in 2014, Disney continues to collaborate with many of the Disney Accelerator participant companies to bring exciting products and new technologies to market.
For the first time, the previous year's Disney Accelerator companies attended Demo Day and showcased their technologies and recent collaborations with The Walt Disney Company for guests.

Tony Award®-Winning Actress and Singer Idina Menzel Takes Audiences on an Intimate Journey Into Her Life On and Off the Stage in New Disney+ Documentary ‘Idina Menzel: Which Way to the Stage?’

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

Today, Disney+ announced the premiere of the new documentary film Idina Menzel: Which Way to the Stage?

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Today, Disney+ announced the premiere of the new documentary film Idina Menzel: Which Way to the Stage?
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221011006086/en/
Directed by filmmaker Anne McCabe and produced in partnership with Ideal Partners, Idina Menzel: Which Way to the Stage?
Captured in striking intimacy and detail, Idina Menzel: Which Way to the Stage?
Menzel also recently released an inspiring childrens book with her sister, writer and teacher Cara Mentzel, titled Loud Mouse.

For the Ultimate Fans: Disney Debuts Retail Experiences Including All-New ‘D23 Expo Marketplace’ at D23 Expo 2022

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

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For the ultimate Disney fans, D23 Expo 2022 will feature never-before-seen, limited-edition merchandise from across Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more.

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For the ultimate Disney fans, D23 Expo 2022 will feature never-before-seen, limited-edition merchandise from across Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more.
D23 EXPO MARKETPLACE: Debuting on the show floor this year is an all-new shopping experience, D23 Expo Marketplace.
MICKEYS OF GLENDALE: Mickeys of Glendale, the Walt Disney Imagineering store, will have three unique retail spaces for D23 Expo attendees to check out at the Anaheim Convention Center.
D23 Expo Shop x Mickeys of Glendale The Official Disney Fan Club and Mickeys of Glendale have joined forces to bring you the official merchandise of D23 Expo 2022.

Mattel Appoints Josh Silverman Global Head of Consumer Products and Chief Franchise Officer

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Josh Silverman has been appointed as Global Head of Consumer Products and Chief Franchise Officer, effective September 1, 2022.

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Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that Josh Silverman has been appointed as Global Head of Consumer Products and Chief Franchise Officer, effective September 1, 2022.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220616005146/en/
In his role at Mattel, Silverman will oversee global consumer products licensing, franchise management, retail development, as well as publishing, live experiences, and location-based entertainment.
Josh is an exceptional and talented leader and widely regarded as one of the most accomplished executives in consumer products.
Prior to that, Silverman was Executive Vice President of Global Franchise Licensing for Disney Consumer Products, responsible for the global consumer products licensing business and franchise management.

Beyond Type 1 Names Deborah Dugan as New CEO

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022

SAN MATEO, Calif., April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Beyond Type 1, a global diabetes nonprofit, is pleased to announce that Deborah Dugan has been appointed as the organization's CEO, beginning April 18. Dugan will lead the Beyond Type 1 team as it delivers on its mission of empowering people who live with diabetes through peer support programs, global campaigns and digital platforms.

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Dugan will lead the Beyond Type 1 team as it delivers on its mission of empowering people who live with diabetes through peer support programs, global campaigns and digital platforms.
Dugan is known for her success as CEO of (RED), the not-for-profit organization founded by Bono and Bobby Shriver to raise awareness in the fight against AIDS.
She has also served as CEO of The Recording Academy and president of Disney Publishing Worldwide.
Through peer support programs, global campaigns and digital platforms, Beyond Type 1 is uniting the global diabetes community across both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, helping to change what it means to live with chronic illness.