Tim Sypko Named Hong Kong Disneyland Managing Director
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Download DetailsOct 24, 2025, HONG KONG – Following Michael Moriarty’s appointment as Disney Experiences chief financial officer, Tim Sypko has been named president and managing director, Hong Kong Disneyland (HKDL), effective November 23.
Sypko’s career journey began at Walt Disney World in 1990, advancing to lead a variety of operations, workforce management, guest experience development and line of business leadership roles.
For the past five years, Tim has served as senior vice president, operations for HKDL, where his steady leadership, operational expertise and overall business acumen have guided the resort through substantial change and expansion, contributing to record-breaking business results and exceptional guest satisfaction.
As part of a leadership update, Lesz Banham is named senior vice president, finance, at Disneyland Resort in California, effective January 2026.
Lesz also began his Disney career in the 1990s at Walt Disney World and has held numerous finance roles of increasing responsibility across the company, including Adventures by Disney, global business development, segment planning and communications, and previously serving as Shanghai Disney Resort’s CFO.
As HKDL CFO, Lesz has been a key player in positioning the resort for long-term growth, and leveraging his broad experience, will help further advance Disneyland Resort’s ambitious plans for the future.
“Tim’s appointment reflects our continued commitment to growth and innovation at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort and across Disney Experiences. His deep operational expertise and strategic leadership will be instrumental as we build on our already strong partnerships and further expand the resort’s offerings," said Jill Estorino, president and managing director, Disney Parks International. "I also want to extend my gratitude to Lesz for his many impactful contributions to Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and wish him continued success in his new role at the Disneyland Resort.”
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