Disney Replaces Fubo CEO With Own Executive Alisa Bowen

Disney appointed Alisa Bowen as the new CEO of Fubo, the streaming pay-TV provider it acquired a 70% stake in last October. Bowen, a 10-year veteran at Disney, replaces Fubo co-founder David Gandler, who had led the company since its inception in 2015. Gandler's departure marks a significant leadership change for Fubo, now under the full operational control of its majority stakeholder.

Bowen's most recent role at Disney was president, though the specific division was not detailed in the announcement. Her extensive tenure within the Disney organization suggests a strategic move to integrate Fubo more closely with Disney's broader streaming and content distribution strategies. The transition in leadership is expected to influence Fubo's future direction and its synergy with Disney's existing services.

Disney's acquisition of a controlling interest in Fubo in October 2023 positioned the media giant to expand its reach in the live sports and pay-TV streaming market. Fubo offers a bundle of live sports, entertainment, and news channels, making it a competitive player in the increasingly crowded streaming landscape. The leadership change under Bowen is anticipated to leverage Disney's resources and expertise to further enhance Fubo's market position and service offerings.