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The Walt Disney Co.’s CEO Bob Iger sees the potential for more theme park growth — a good sign following a July 12 announcement that Iger extended his contract with the company through 2026.
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The extension, which added two years to his contract, now solidifies Iger leading the company through a critical growth period for Orlando’s theme parks, including Walt Disney World Resort.
In a discussion with CNBC on July 13, Iger shared his outlook on theme parks.
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