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The Disneyland Report > Disney News > Karl Holz named president, COO of Euro Disney SAS Disney NewsKarl Holz named president, COO of Euro Disney SASBURBANK, Calif. - Karl Holz, an eight-year Disney veteran and president of the Disney Cruise Line, has been named president and chief operating officer of Euro Disney SAS, it was announced today by André Lacroix, chairman and chief executive officer of Euro Disney SAS. In his new position, Holz will have responsibility for ensuring synergy between operations and the sales function. He will reinforce the links between operations and the support functions, including methods and quality, and will be responsible for operational labor management. He also will play an important role in developing the business strategy for the company. "Karl's significant experience with the company and his great knowledge of the Disney brand will be invaluable to the future of Euro Disney," said Lacroix. "His focus on guest satisfaction and his understanding of our business will be a great asset." Holz will report to Lacroix and replaces outgoing president, Yann Caillere, who will become chief executive officer of Louvre Hotels. After first joining the Walt Disney Worldr Resort in 1996 as vice president of the Downtown Disney area, Holz has held a number of leadership positions during the last eight years. Prior to being promoted to president of Disney Cruise Line in 2003, he served as senior vice president of Walt Disney World Operations, where he managed the day-to-day operations of Epcotr and Disney- MGM Studios; the Downtown Disney retail, dining and entertainment district; and 11 Walt Disney World resort hotel properties. In November 2002, he was given additional responsibility to manage Disney's newest line of business, Magical Gatherings. "Karl's strong leadership and operational expertise, along with his wide- ranging experience, will be a tremendous asset for our Disneyland Resort in Paris," said Jay Rasulo, president of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. "He has a proven track record of achievement and management excellence dating back to his days as president of Concession Air, Inc. He has enthusiastically taken on new areas of increasing responsibilities during his eight years at Disney, most recently leading the successful operations for Disney Cruise Line." Holz, a native of Germany, received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1973 from the State University of New York at Fredonia. He then took on increasingly responsible positions to become regional vice president for Sky Chefs Airport Concession, Inc. Holz spent three years as president and CEO of Concession Air, Inc., and for nearly five years before joining the Walt Disney World Co., he served as vice president of theme park operations at Knott's Berry Farm in Southern California. "I am truly honored to have an opportunity to join the Cast at Disneyland Resort Paris and look forward to returning to Europe," said Holz. "This is a pivotal time for Euro Disney, and I'm eager to offer my expertise as we work through both the challenges and opportunities that await." Holz and his wife, Wendy, will soon be relocating to Paris. A successor for Holz' position at Disney Cruise Line is expected to be named shortly. Source: Press ReleaseReturn to Disney News. |
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