Zach Riddley

About Zach Riddley

I am a senior executive with over 20 years of experience and key contributions to one of the most recognized brands in the world. Throughout my career, I have built a record of success in the leadership of major, transformative projects on a global scale under a complex Walt Disney Company brand. As a creative, visionary leader and hands-on executive, I combine the discipline of an architect with the insight of a big-picture thinker to drive successful results. As a strong team leader and coach, I assemble and inspire high-functioning, diverse teams that produce excellent results, as well as building highly trusting relationships across a global organization. As an intuitive problem-solver and solid multi-tasker, I handle multiple sets of responsibilities within high-demand environments, navigating effectively. As a transformation and change agent, I have a solid background in leading launches, turnarounds, and high-growth initiatives that are critical to company success. As an entrepreneurial and nimble leader, I am able to blend creative and business cultures as well as invest in long-term relationships that unify team efforts.HIGHLIGHTS: Transformative Leadership: Drove the largest redevelopment of a Disney theme park (EPCOT) in the company’s 65-year history Organizational Value: Increased the role and value of the Imagineering organization across multiple sites worldwide Creative Business Solutions: Maintained a career-long record of using high levels of creativity to solve complex business issues.

Experience

1. Senior Vice President Global Creative Strategy

   Walt Disney Imagineering

   May 2025 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

Education

• Princeton University

  Master of Architecture - MArch

  2001 — 2004

• Clemson University

  Bachelor of Science, Design - Architecture

  1997 — 2001