Universal Destinations & Experiences Taps Donna Mirus Bates Global Franchise Strategy Officer as Parks Continue to See Strong Success.
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“Donna brings an extraordinary combination of franchise vision, partnership expertise, and deep brand-building experience,” said Klaseus. “She has played a pivotal role in delivering some of our most ambitious franchise and destination launches, and her strategic leadership will be critical as we continue to scale our global franchises in more integrated and impactful ways. ” Bates has spent nearly three decades with Universal Destinations & Experiences, where she has held senior leadership positions across marketing, partnerships and communications.
Most recently, she led marketing partnerships and communications for UDX, working with the teams in Orlando, Florida; Hollywood, Japan and Beijing. Previously, Bates served as senior VP, marketing communications & content development for Universal Orlando Resort, where she led integrated marketing campaigns for major attraction launches, special events and new destination openings.
Bates has led or contributed to some of the most significant UDX launch campaigns of the past 20 years, including the Wizarding World of Harry Potter around the world, Volcano Bay, Universal Beijing Resort and Universal Epic Universe. Jennifer Lawrence to Produce and Star in Romantic Comedy ‘One Month Mark’ for Apple Andy Cohen Reveals Jennifer Lawrence ‘Provided Crucial Information’ to Track Down ‘Summer House’ Reunion Leaker: ‘Her Online Sleuthing Helped Solve This Mystery’
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