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From Disney to TikTok: Kevin Mayer on Vision, Innovation & The Future Of AI
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In this deep-dive conversation, Kevin Mayer joins Sean Callagy to unpack one of the most consequential leadership journeys in modern media. From his early engineering roots to reshaping The Walt Disney Company, Kevin shares how Disney anticipated disruption, why brands matter more in an age of infinite choice, and what it truly takes to cannibalize your own success before the market does it for you. Kevin walks through the strategic decisions behind acquiring Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, launching Disney+, stepping into the role of CEO at TikTok, and ultimately building a diversified future beyond a single point of failure. This episode is a masterclass on courage, humility, ecosystem…