Disney is one of the most closely scrutinized companies in the world. There is constant analysis and commentary on the company’s finances, strategic decisions, leadership, and the content it produces.
The Walt Disney Company is run by a Board of Directors elected by shareholders. These board members often have many years of executive experience, and they have full-time jobs with huge compensation packages. So, why would anyone who already has a great job want to sign up to be under the kind of scrutiny that these board members are under?