Burbank, CA – The Disney/ABC Television Group today announced that Gary Marsh has been promoted to president, Disney Channels Worldwide. He will also continue in his role as the channel’s Chief Creative Officer. In this new position, Mr. Marsh will have full creative oversight and leadership responsibility for Disney’s global kids TV business. Anne Sweeney, co-chair, Disney Media Networks and President, Disney/ABC Television Group said, “There is no one better suited to manage this than Gary. He not only understands the zeitgeist of kids’ culture, he helped create it. Our business couldn’t be in better hands.” This announcement follows the decision by Carolina Lightcap to step down from the position.