Walt Disney
By: Javi Luevano
Background info
Born: December 5, 1901, hermosa, Chicago, IL
Education: Benton Grammar School, Kansas City Art Institute, School of Art Institute of Chicago
First job: Running his fathers newspaper business.
Impact moments
The Creation of Mickey Mouse (1928)
Mickey is mascot of the Walt Disney Company and is the most recognized cartoon character in the world.
Creation of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was the first feature length animated movie and premiered at the Carthay Circle theatre in 1938. The film went on to win multiple awards including a special oscar award.
The Creation of Disneyland
Disneyland opened on July 17th, 1955 in Anaheim California.
Business
the Walt Disney Company was established October 16, 1923. The Walt Disney Company is the most successful entertainment company with branches like Walt Disney Studios and the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Disney is the 8th most valuable brand in the world with a market cap of 169.3 Billion dollars.
personal Impact
Walt Disney has inspired many dreamers around the world including myself which inspired me to work for the walt disney company.