Disney is reportedly close to appointing Mazloum as the chairman of the theme park business.

According to informed sources, Walt Disney Company is close to appointing Thomas Mazloum as the Chairman of its theme parks, cruise ships, and consumer products division, replacing Josh D'Amaro. Sources say that the announcement of Mazloum's appointment could be made as early as this week. Mazloum has been managing the Disneyland Resort in California since March of last year. Due to the sensitive nature of the information, sources have requested to remain anonymous. Mazloum previously oversaw Disney's cruise line business and held senior positions at Walt Disney World in Orlando. D'Amaro will take over as Disney CEO from Bob Iger at the Disney annual shareholders meeting on March 18th.