Bill Ernest

Bill Ernest
Born1950 (age 73–74)
EducationBachelor hospitality management and recreational management, MBA
Alma materSouthern Illinois University
Occupation(s)CEO, for Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN) Company

William Ernest (born December 16, 1950) is the former CEO of Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN) Company. He had previously had occupied the role of president and managing director, Asia, for Walt Disney Parks & Resorts. He assumed this role in April 2008 and retired in early 2018 after a nearly 24-year career with Disney.[1] Ernest was formerly the executive vice president and managing director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. Ernest was named to the position in January 2006, replacing Disney veteran Don Robinson. Previously, Ernest served as managing director of operations at the Hong Kong resort.[2]

  1. ^ "Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Announces Promotions of Key Leaders". news-en.hongkongdisneyland.com. Retrieved 2018-11-14.
  2. ^ "Disney Veteran Bill Ernest Promoted to lead Hong Kong Disneyland Resort". AsiaTravelTips.com. 11 January 2006. Retrieved 22 February 2011.