Meet Sonia Coleman, the new Chief Human Resources Officer of Walt Disney appointed by CEO Bob Iger. Discover how her extensive experience in HR roles for Disney and her proven expertise in leadership and employee advocacy make her the perfect fit to lead the company-wide HR strategy, global talent acquisition, cultural development, diversity and inclusion efforts, and more.
In a recent CHRO news development, Sonia Coleman has been appointed as the chief human resources officer of Walt Disney Company. Her appointment comes after serving as the senior vice president of human resources for Disney Entertainment and ESPN. Coleman will succeed Paul Richardson, who served in the role for over 15 years. Her role will include leading Disney’s HR strategy, global talent acquisition, cultural development, global security, and diversity and inclusion, among others.
Coleman’s appointment was praised by Disney CEO Bob Iger, who noted her proven expertise in leading HR during a period of transformation. Iger thanked Richardson for his contributions to the company, including the Heroes Work Here veterans hiring program.
Coleman, who has a Bachelor of Science degree in organizational leadership and a Master of Science degree in human resource management, has been with Disney for over a decade, serving in various HR leadership roles. She expressed her excitement for the new role, noting that Disney’s employees are the key to the company’s success. Coleman will start in her new position on April 8, and she will report directly to Iger.
This appointment marks a new chapter for Walt Disney Company’s HR department, and it will be interesting to see how Coleman’s leadership will shape the company’s culture and employee experience.
Walt Disney’s company culture is widely known for being creative, innovative, and family-friendly. The company values its employees and encourages them to contribute their unique skills and ideas to the company’s projects.
With her extensive experience in HR leadership roles at Disney, including a role overseeing HR for Disney Entertainment and ESPN during a time of significant transformation, Sonia Coleman is well-equipped to lead the company’s HR strategy and cultural development.
Her appointment as CHRO of Walt Disney is a clear indication of the company’s commitment to maintaining its culture and ensuring that its employees continue to feel valued and empowered. Coleman’s expertise in talent acquisition, leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and more will undoubtedly serve Walt Disney well as the company continues to navigate an ever-changing media landscape.