Disney hires Netflix vet
Atiya Henry, formerly at Netflix, joined Disney Branded Television as EVP of Production, replacing Susette Hsiung and bringing Netflix production experience into Disney’s branded content operation. That leadership shift could influence how Disney packages and produces brand-aligned programming for kids and families. (deadline.com)
Henry spent seven years leading physical production for Netflix’s drama division and is credited with overseeing series including Firefly Lane, Sweet Magnolias, Ransom Canyon, Raising Dion and Netflix’s reimagining of Little House on the Prairie. (awn.com) Her reporting line will be to Carol Turner, Head of Production for Disney Entertainment Television, and she joins the leadership team led by Disney Branded Television President Ayo Davis. (deadline.com) Susette Hsiung retired after 28 years with The Walt Disney Company, a tenure during which she managed production operations across Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior and Disney+ projects. (deadline.com) Prior to Netflix, Henry held production leadership roles at Annapurna Pictures and at BET Networks/Viacom, and she previously worked in the nonprofit sector before transitioning into entertainment. (animationscoop.com) Disney Branded Television’s production remit spans live-action series, animated series and feature-length projects for Disney Channel, Disney Junior and Disney+, responsibilities noted in press coverage of the leadership change. (worldscreen.com)
