Part 4/6:
Internal Turmoil and Leadership Challenges
Bob Iger’s reluctance to face shareholder inquiries directly has returned into question his leadership and the overall strategy of the company. There seems to be an underlying fear within the company to confront shareholders due to past confrontations that resulted in unfavorable scrutiny of executive decisions.
Disney has been accused of neglecting shareholder concerns in favor of political and social directives. Critics have opined that this prioritization of social justice over conventional profits has alienated the company from its core audience. The assertion is that this shift has contributed to an exacerbated commercial decline.