Kylie Watson-Wheeler appointed MD of Disney
Disney has named its new MD as Catherine Powell exited the role earlier this year to become Euro Disney president position based in Paris. Kylie Watson-Wheeler has been promoted to the top job, from her previous role as VP and general manager, consumer products and retail in this region.
Watson-Wheeler will lead Disney's activities in Australia and New Zealand, including film, TV, digital, consumer products and home entertainment distribution and the management of the group’s TV channels. She has worked for Disney for 12 years in multiple business areas including consumer products, marketing, sales and theatrical distribution.
Toyota drives Olympic sponsorship
Toyota Australia has signed as the exclusive automotive partner of the Australian Olympic Team for this year’s Games in Rio de Janeiro and the PyeongChang Winter Games in 2018. The partnership extends Toyota Australia’s long-term commitment to the Olympic family, which began 28 years ago with the Australian bobsleigh team in Calgary. Toyota Australia will activate the partnership through its national network of more than 200 dealers as well as its toyota.com.au website, marketing initiatives and social media channels.
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