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Walt Disney Company (The) (DIS) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on February 24, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers). CCO Kristina Schake terminated "without cause" effective March 19, 2026: triggers contractual severance under her existing employment agreement.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- CCO Kristina Schake terminated "without cause" effective March 19, 2026: triggers contractual severance under her existing employment agreement
- "Without cause" designation legally entitles Schake to full separation benefits per her prior contract, likely including salary continuation and equity treatment
- Senior communications leadership vacancy at Disney is notable given ongoing brand/narrative challenges under Iger's strategic repositioning
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