Jill Estorino is president and managing director of Disney Parks International. She oversees Disney’s international theme parks and resorts, guiding the strategic vision, growth, and daily operations for locations outside the United States, including Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disney Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland, and Shanghai Disney Resort. Her leadership ensures that every international park adheres to Disney’s global brand standards while also meeting the unique preferences of their respective regional markets.
Estorino is a Disney veteran with over 30 years of experience, having taken on numerous leadership roles across various divisions of Disney Parks. Her extensive career in marketing, sales, and operations has equipped her with a thorough understanding of the brand and a strong foundation for developing guest-focused experiences.
As the leader of Disney Parks International, Jill Estorino manages a diverse team dedicated to ensuring Disney’s operational excellence across various parks globally. Her responsibilities encompass overseeing the growth of current properties, creating new attractions, and guaranteeing that each park maintains Disney’s reputation for exceptional service and engaging storytelling.
She fosters local partnerships and adapts Disney’s IP to resonate with diverse audiences. This is vital in international markets, where guest expectations and cultural tastes vary.
Estorino highlights the importance of cultural adaptation in Disney’s products, striving to present Disney’s stories, characters, and experiences in ways that connect with international visitors. Her extensive marketing experience proves crucial in crafting experiences that feel both familiar and specifically tailored to each park’s audience. Under her guidance, Disney Parks International aims to draw in visitors and enhance guest loyalty by offering exceptional experiences, leveraging innovative technology, and crafting localized narratives that respect regional cultures and traditions.
In line with Disney’s global sustainability objectives, Estorino manages efforts to enhance environmental responsibility across Disney’s international parks. This encompasses reducing waste, conserving energy, and ensuring alignment with Disney’s environmental goals to lessen the parks’ ecological impact.