Aaron LaBerge, Disney’s top technology officer for over two decades, has announced his departure from the company in June for personal reasons. During his time at Disney, he played a significant role in the company’s recent efforts in streaming, including bringing Disney and Hulu under one umbrella after Disney’s purchase of Comcast’s stake in the streamer for over $8 billion last year.
LaBerge is set to take on a new challenge as the chief technology officer at gambling giant Penn Entertainment. In this role, he will lead a multinational team of technologists and be the key business leader for the company’s interactive division, which includes ESPN Bet – Disney’s newly launched sports wagering service.
Prior to his departure from Disney, LaBerge was instrumental in incorporating advertising into its streaming offerings. CNBC noted that he played a crucial role in bringing together some of the biggest names in media and entertainment under one roof at Disney.
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