Big Step Forward As Disney Gears Up To Take Action Against DeSantis

Who do you think will win this battle between The Walt Disney Company and Governor DeSantis?

Ongoing Legal Battle

Over the past year, the feud between Governor Ron DeSantis and Disney has been quite dramatic.  If you need to catch up on what is going on, here is some reading material for you. Disney sued DeSantis in federal court with claims that DeSantis is punishing the Walt Disney Company for practicing free speech. You can get up to speed on the federal case HERE.

Most recently, DeSantis claimed that no one has made more money for Disney than himself. Followed by the removal of employee benefits, which the CFTOD claims was simply a “scheme” by Disney to funnel taxpayer money back to its own company.

This legal battle will come with a high price tag for the Orange County district, and now Disney is preparing for this legal battle.

Disney Legal Counsel

The Walt Disney Company prepares for this ongoing legal battle by appointing Louise Pentland as the Chief Legal Counsel for the Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Division effective September 15, 2023.

Currently, The Walt Disney Company finds itself in the middle of two hefty legal disputes against both Governor Ron DeSantis and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board of Supervisors.

Louise Pentland served as EVP, Chief Business Affairs and Legal Officer of PayPal. Before this, Pentland was Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at Nokia Corporation.

Pentland shares, “This is an exciting time to join The Walt Disney Company and I’m honored to be part of a business that brings so much joy to people across the globe – myself included.

I’ve long admired Disney Parks’ reputation as a global leader in tourism and consumer products, along with its exceptional history of innovation and growth, and I’m looking forward to taking on this role and helping advance the organization’s ambitious goals for the future.”

Louise Pentland will serve as the Chief Legal Counsel for the Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Division effective September 15, 2023.

What do you think of the ongoing legal battles that the Walt Disney Company finds itself in? Do you think that Pentland will help Disney come out victorious? Share your thoughts with us and share this news with your fellow Disney pals.