VP, Data Governance and Strategy

At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company is a world-class entertainment and technological leader. Walt's passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the world-a passion that remains our touchstone in an enterprise that stretches from theme parks, resorts and a cruise line to sports, news, movies and a variety of other businesses. Uniting each endeavor is a commitment to creating and delivering unforgettable experiences - and we're constantly looking for new ways to enhance these exciting experiences.

The Enterprise Technology & Data mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence.

About the Role:

The Vice President, Data Governance and Strategy is a senior executive leader responsible for defining and advancing Disney's data strategy within Enterprise Technology & Data.

Reporting to the VP, Technology Strategy, this role will position data as a trusted enterprise asset by driving alignment across business units, improving data quality and transparency, and building AI-ready foundations that support smarter decision-making, operational excellence, and next-generation customer experiences.

What You'll Do

Define and lead enterprise data strategy

• Establish a clear, scalable data strategy aligned to business growth and innovation priorities

• Drive consistency in data definitions, standards, and governance practices across the company

Build and operationalize governance at scale

• Define data ownership, stewardship models, and accountability frameworks

• Implement standards for data quality, transparency, and auditability

Enable AI and advanced analytics

• Ensure data is AI-ready- accurate , traceable, governed, and responsibly sourced

• Partners across teams to support machine learning, generative AI, and advanced analytics use cases

Strengthen risk and compliance frameworks

• Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Security to establish governance for data usage, consent, and ethical AI

• Identify and mitigate risks related to data sharing, automation, and emerging technologies

• 12+ years of experience, including significant leadership experience

• Proven experience leading enterprise data governance and strategy at scale

• Track record of driving cross-functional alignment across business and technical stakeholders

• Strong leadership capability with experience leading organizational change and transformation

• Demonstrated ability to influence at the executive level

• Deep understanding of data governance frameworks, data quality, and data standardization

• Excellent communication and storytelling skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or relevant certifications

• Experience with Data G overnance, AI, advanced analytics and emerging data technologies

• Proven ability to build and scale high-performing data teams

• Recognized thought leadership in data, governance and analytics, * Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology , Engineering, Analytics or a related field, or equivalent experience

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA or Orlando, FL] is $228,700 - $36,700 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company's powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you'll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe. About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. , which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) . Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.