Nelson Peltz Wants on the Disney Board

The transcript discusses Nelson Peltz's objectives for Disney, focusing on cost savings and restoring dividends by 2025. Disney is aware of these challenges and has made board changes, including succession planning. Peltz's campaign was anticipated, but Disney preemptively announced board changes. Peltz is known for his influence on companies like Procter and Gamble and DuPont, showcasing his activist investor role.

What is one of Nelson Peltz's main criticisms of Disney's past business decisions?

• Overpaying for the Fox deal

• Not investing enough in technology

• Focusing too much on theme parks

• Ignoring international markets

What significant change is Disney planning to implement by 2025?

• Open a new theme park

• Launch a new streaming service

• Restore the dividend

• Acquire another major studio

How did Disney respond to Nelson Peltz's campaign?

• By announcing board changes and succession planning

• By increasing their marketing budget

• By cutting employee benefits

• By launching a new product line

What action did Disney take to signal its focus on future leadership?

• Increased executive salaries

• Merged with another company

• Established a succession committee

• Hired a new CEO

Which company is mentioned as an example of Peltz's influence despite not winning his activist fight?

• DuPont

• Apple

• General Electric

• Procter & Gamble