Former Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle has been appointed to the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
The authority oversees operations and maintenance at Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport. Vahle’s appointment, announced in a Friday news release from the governor’s office, is subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.
Vahle retired from Disney in July after 36 years with the company. He began as an engineer at Magic Kingdom and became president of Walt Disney World in 2020. Joe Schott succeeded him in the role.
During Vahle’s tenure as resort president, Walt Disney World opened attractions including Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, TRON Lightcycle / Run and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. He also previously held leadership roles involving Disney Signature Experiences, facilities and operations services for Disney parks worldwide, and international Disney destinations.
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The governor also reappointed Dan Giordano, general manager of Rosen Shingle Creek, to the aviation authority. Giordano serves on the Visit Orlando Board of Directors and several other Central Florida tourism and development-related organizations, according to the governor’s release.
