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Building a Magical Legacy: Nurturing Black Entrepreneurship and Wealth Creation Through Entertainment

Building a Magical Legacy: Nurturing Black Entrepreneurship and Wealth Creation Through Entertainment

From under the sea to Wakanda and beyond, hear how Disney identifies and collaborates with Black-owned businesses to develop products and opportunities in support of the stories we love. Disney executives will share why they are focused on engaging with Black-owned products and how Black entrepreneurs are contributing to the power and magic of Disney storytelling.

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Lineup

  • Ron Green
    Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis at Disney Parks, Experience & Products)
  • Carmen Smith
    Senior Vice President of Creative Development and Product at Walt Disney
  • Dr. Lisa Williams
    CEO of World of EPI
  • Ralph Sagaille
    Director of Supplier Diversity at the Walt Disney Company