S3 E3: The Power of Internal Development with Disney THINKfluencers
Wed Jan 07 2026
Explore the future of career growth at The Walt Disney Company with this special episode of the Life at Disney podcast. Host Nzinga welcomes Dayana (Sr. Manager, Talent & Growth Marketing & Engagement, People & Culture), Alberto (Vice President, Global Content Strategy & Operations, Disney Entertainment), and Mina (Manager, Decision Science Products, Corporate) for an inspiring conversation about the Disney THINKfluencers, a groundbreaking initiative designed to democratize knowledge, foster internal mobility, and spark innovation across the company.
Listeners will hear the origin story of THINKfluencers, learning how Dayana and her team built a platform where employees become content creators, mentors, and catalysts for change. Discover how this skilling initiative connects talent across business units, locations, and disciplines, enabling practical, contextual learning and real-time skill sharing. Alberto and Mina share their experiences as inaugural THINKfluencers, highlighting the power of collaboration, mentorship, and learning from peers to drive both personal and organizational growth.
The episode features real-world examples of innovation in action, from leveraging machine learning to building global content strategies and fostering a culture of curiosity. The guests reflect on Disney’s commitment to investing in talent at every stage, the importance of internal mobility, and the unique culture that encourages employees to dream big, build relationships, and pursue new opportunities.
Subscribe to the Life at Disney podcast and follow Disney Careers on social media for more stories from the dreamers, doers, and innovators shaping the future of work at The Walt Disney Company.
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Explore the future of career growth at The Walt Disney Company with this special episode of the Life at Disney podcast. Host Nzinga welcomes Dayana (Sr. Manager, Talent & Growth Marketing & Engagement, People & Culture), Alberto (Vice President, Global Content Strategy & Operations, Disney Entertainment), and Mina (Manager, Decision Science Products, Corporate) for an inspiring conversation about the Disney THINKfluencers, a groundbreaking initiative designed to democratize knowledge, foster internal mobility, and spark innovation across the company. Listeners will hear the origin story of THINKfluencers, learning how Dayana and her team built a platform where employees become content creators, mentors, and catalysts for change. Discover how this skilling initiative connects talent across business units, locations, and disciplines, enabling practical, contextual learning and real-time skill sharing. Alberto and Mina share their experiences as inaugural THINKfluencers, highlighting the power of collaboration, mentorship, and learning from peers to drive both personal and organizational growth. The episode features real-world examples of innovation in action, from leveraging machine learning to building global content strategies and fostering a culture of curiosity. The guests reflect on Disney’s commitment to investing in talent at every stage, the importance of internal mobility, and the unique culture that encourages employees to dream big, build relationships, and pursue new opportunities. Subscribe to the Life at Disney podcast and follow Disney Careers on social media for more stories from the dreamers, doers, and innovators shaping the future of work at The Walt Disney Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices