Michael Eisner
Michael Eisner is an American businessman who served as the chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, where he successfully grew the company's market value.
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March 7, 1942
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Mount Kisco, New York
Michael Dammann Eisner is a renowned American businessman who served as the chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company between 1984 and 2005. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in the development of popular animated films and theme park attractions. Prior to his time at Disney, Eisner held executive positions at Paramount Pictures and major television networks such as NBC, CBS, and ABC. Some of his most notable accomplishments include spearheading the acquisition of ABC and ESPN, launching the Disney Cruise Line, and supervising the establishment of Disney California Adventure park. In 2019, Eisner authored a book called “Working Together: Why Great Partnerships Succeed,” which delves into the significance of collaboration in business and presents case studies of thriving partnerships. Under Eisner’s leadership, The Walt Disney Company experienced substantial growth in market value.