Disney Infinity

Disney Interactive exec leaves on the heels of Infinity’s financial success

Disney Interactive, the gaming branch of The Walt Disney Company, has lost one co-president as the other steps up to take full responsibility for the studio.

John Pleasants
Former Disney Interactive co-president John Pleasants.

John Pleasants is leaving the position. He was previously the chief executive officer of Playdom, a social game developer that Disney acquired in August 2010. James Pitaro, who was co-president with Pleasants, is now fully in charge in Disney Interactive.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.