The Walt Disney Company is a diversified international entertainment and media corporation founded in 1923 by brothers Walt and Roy Disney. Operating for over a century, the company employs more than 185,000 people worldwide and maintains a global presence across multiple business segments.
The company's operations span three core business divisions. Disney Entertainment produces and distributes film, television, and streaming content alongside its creative intellectual properties. ESPN operates a sports media segment. Disney Experiences encompasses theme parks, consumer products, and guest-facing entertainment venues. This portfolio reflects the company's broad reach across filmed entertainment, live experiences, and merchandise.
Disney's technical infrastructure supports content creation across film and television production, streaming technology platforms, theme park operations, and innovative technologies. The company also pursues environmental sustainability initiatives alongside its core entertainment activities. The organisation emphasises creative excellence, operational integrity, and community engagement through charitable and volunteer programmes.