The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company, founded in 1923 by brothers Walt and Roy Disney, is a diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise operating in film, television, streaming, theme parks, and consumer products. The company employs over 185,000 people worldwide and has been in operation for more than a century. Its work spans three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, covering film, television, and streaming; ESPN, covering sports media; and Disney Experiences, covering theme parks and consumer products.

For technical staff, the company's work concentrates in three domains: streaming technology, media and content distribution, and theme park and experience technology. These sit at the intersection of large-scale delivery infrastructure and consumer-facing products, spanning the distribution of film and television content and the systems behind its parks and attractions.

Geographically, The Walt Disney Company operates globally with a significant presence in the United States. The company states a mission to be the world's premier entertainment company, and describes commitments to operating with integrity, taking care of its people, and contributing to communities through charitable giving and volunteer initiatives. It also reports environmental sustainability efforts and an emphasis on storytelling, innovation, and creative excellence.