The Walt Disney Company’s long-standing relationship with New York City will deepen with the opening of its new headquarters at 7 Hudson Square.
What’s Happening:
- The Walt Disney Company has had a longstanding relationship with New York City, and this bond is getting stronger with the opening of a new headquarters for its New York operations at 7 Hudson Square.
- This newly created complex, envisioned as a collaborative town square in the lively city, has begun operations for employees and is expected to officially host a range of functions, including news, editorial, live productions, streaming, technology, advertising, and corporate support, by next summer.
- Located in New York City, the headquarters is named the Robert A. Iger building, honoring Iger's substantial contributions to Disney and its workforce as he marks his 50th anniversary with the company, having started his career at ABC in New York in 1974.
- The building features design elements typical of Disney's global offices and campuses, showcasing the company's century-long legacy of creativity and community.
- This also represents Disney's commitment to New York City, its economy, and its residents, boasting a cutting-edge design that occupies an entire city block and will function as a collaborative hub for the company's media, production, and innovation initiatives.
- The entirely electric building features solar panels, highly efficient dedicated outdoor air systems, cutting-edge facades, waste heat recovery systems, and electric heat pumps. This energy-efficient design is in line with Disney's environmental goals for 2030.
Storytelling History:
- The Walt Disney Company, founded over a century ago, has viewed New York City as a key part of its storytelling legacy.
- A significant moment was the 1928 premiere of Steamboat Willie at the Colony Theatre.
- The Disney-New York connection strengthened during the 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair, where Walt Disney and his team introduced four innovative attractions, including “it’s a small world“, which later became popular at Disney Parks.
- Disney's Broadway influence began in 1994 with Beauty and the Beast and has grown to ten titles, including The Lion King, the highest-grossing production in box office history.
- With three of the fifteen longest-running shows Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, and Aladdin, Disney Theatrical Group is a major force in Broadway history.
Creativity With Collaboration:
- The Walt Disney Company's narrative centers on creativity and collaboration.
- Its offices and campuses foster community, promoting creativity, partnerships, and trust among teams.
- Architecture has significantly shaped Disney's culture, with each campus designed to enhance teamwork and creativity.
- The Robert A. Iger building exemplifies this, nurturing storytelling and integrating Disney's culture within a modern facility that emphasizes innovation and collaboration, reflecting the vibrant spirit of New York City.
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