Newton had led Disney’s diversity and inclusion initiatives since 2017, coordinating with various teams to produce entertainment “that reflects a global audience and sustains a welcoming and inclusive workplace for everyone,” as per a profile on the company’s website.

Newton plans to join the corporate board of another company and focus on the creative company she owns, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Tuesday.

Don't get too excited, looks like someone else already hired her for their board. I bet they won't announce that hire...

Newton’s direct reports will be led by Julie Merges, the senior vice president of talent acquisition, on an interim basis, according to an internal note from Disney’s chief human resources officer, Sonia Coleman.

Out with the old, in with the new. Of course the 'Chief' HR employee will take over the Diversity role.