The central hub of Epic Universe will “bring the park back into theme parks,” Universal Destinations & Experiences CEO Mark Woodbury said at the Bank of America Media, Communications and Entertainment Conference on Thursday. Woodbury didn’t go into many details about the new Universal Orlando Resort theme parks, but mentioned its “four themed lands,” which … Read more
At the Bank of America Media, Communications and Entertainment Conference, Mark Woodbury, CEO of Universal Destinations & Experiences, spoke about the upcoming Epic Universe theme park scheduled to open at Universal Orlando Resort in 2025. Woodbury referenced new drone technology will be used at the park. “It’s the most technologically advanced park we’ve ever done,” … Read more
Brian Robinson and Eric Parr have been promoted at Universal Destinations & Experiences (previously Universal Parks & Resorts), chairman-CEO Mark Woodbury announced in a memo to staff today. Robinson has been appointed to the role of EVP, Chief Creative Officer. He is currently EVP, Brand Strategy & Creative at Universal Products & Experiences. Robinson will … Read more
While addressing Universal Team Members in an internal video, Mark Woodbury, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Universal Parks & Resorts, announced that the division will change its name to Universal Destinations & Experiences. “When I started with the company, our division was called Universal Recreation Services Group,” stated Woodbury. “We had Hollywood Studio Tour and … Read more
In a special report, Orlando Business Journal spoke to the new CEO of Universal Parks & Resorts, Mark Woodbury, as well as several industry experts about the future of Universal theme parks under his leadership. Former CEO Tom Williams retired after over 20 years in the position and Woodbury took over earlier this year. Woodbury … Read more
Two new stars for Bill Davis and Mark Woodbury have been uncovered on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at Universal Studios Florida. Bill Davis retired as President and Chief Operating Officer of Universal Orlando Resort earlier this year. Mark Woodbury has been promoted to Chairman and CEO of Universal Parks & Resorts after Tom Williams … Read more
Tom Williams is retiring from his role as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Universal Parks and Resorts effective March 16, 2022. Mark Woodbury, the current Vice Chairman of Universal Parks and Resorts and President of Universal Creative, will be stepping up into the CEO position. The photo above shows Tom Williams, second from the … Read more