Hong Kong Disneyland Resort appoints new managing director

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) has appointed Michael Moriarty as managing director, effective from 27 December 2020. 

Moriarty joins HKDL from Hasbro in Hong Kong where, most recently, he was managing director of Hasbro Far East and senior vice president of global sourcing. Prior to this, he held several leadership positions of increasing responsibility during his 14 years at the Walt Disney Company, including at Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney Imagineering and HKDL.

Between 2009 and 2012, Moriarty was chief financial officer of HKDL, where he was responsible for finance, controllership, treasury, alliances and technology during a period of significant expansion that increased the park’s size by 25% with the addition of new lands, attractions and experiences.

“This is an exciting time for HKDL with several new developments underway that underscore a commitment to Hong Kong and its people as we look to the future of this great city as a place where tourism will continue to thrive," said Moriarty.

Moriarty will replace incumbent managing director Stephanie Young, who will take up the position of president of consumer products, games and publishing at Disney Parks, Experiences and Products in December. 

Announcing the appointment, Jill Estorino, president and managing director, Disney Parks International commented, "With Michael’s extensive experience in finance, commercial strategy and operations, along with his knowledge of the Hong Kong market and relationships across Asia, the resort will continue to be well positioned to help drive the recovery of the tourism industry in Hong Kong.”

“I want to thank Young for her remarkable contributions to the resort. Under her leadership, HKDL saw the opening of 'Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle!', continued to build on the unique presence of Marvel at the resort and will unveil the 'Castle of Magical Dreams' as part of the resort’s 15th anniversary celebration," added Estorino.

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