"Disney Games Strengthens Leadership Team with Industry Veterans for Global Expansion"
Disney is expanding its video game division with new hires and promotions, including the promotion of Sean Shoptaw to executive VP, and the hiring of Ray Gresko as senior VP of product and development, and Bjorn Tornqvist as VP of games technology. Jay Ong, who led the Marvel Games team, has been promoted to lead Disney’s global games licensing business, while Haluk Mentes will succeed him as the head of the Marvel Games unit. This expansion follows Disney's recent $1.5 billion investment in Epic Games and aims to strengthen its presence in the gaming industry.