JEFF VAHLE

PRESIDENT, WALT DISNEY WORLD, ORLANDO

Now in his 34th year with Disney Experiences, Vahle oversees a workforce of about 80,000 at four major theme parks, more than 25 resort hotels, two water parks, a sports complex, a shopping/dining/entertainment district, and more. In the four years since assuming this role, he and his team have opened Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure; Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind; Tron Light Cycle / Run; Journey of Water, inspired by Moana; and new nighttime spectaculars at both the Magic Kingdom and EPCOT theme parks. Since beginning his Disney career in 1990, Vahle has held a variety of leadership roles instrumental to the development of Disney California Adventure, Hong Kong Disneyland and Shanghai Disney Resort. Vahle serves on the board of directors at Give Kids the World and the Rollins College Board of Trustees, and is a member of the Florida Council of 100.

EDUCATION: Auburn University (BS), Rollins College (MBA)