Robert "Bob" Chapek (born 21 August 1960) is an American media executive officer and businessman. He is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Walt Disney Company. Before becoming CEO on February 25, 2020, he was the Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products.
Chapek worked for H. J. Heinz and in advertising for J. Walter Thompson before joining The Walt Disney Company in 1993.
Chapek was appointed as the president of Disney Consumer Products in September 2011. On February 23, 2015, Chapek was named chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts effective that day to replace Thomas O. Staggs.
In February 2020, Chapek was named as the chief executive officer of The Walt Disney Company replacing Bob Iger, who will remain chairman.