Ron Faris

Ron Faris is an accomplished marketing executive with extensive experience in leading innovative strategies and driving growth in major brand environments. Currently serving as SVP of Marketing for Disney Consumer Products at The Walt Disney Company since June 2025, Faris previously held significant roles at Nike, including VP/GM of Nike Virtual Studios, where a new division focused on engaging the Gen Z audience, and Global VP for the SNKRS platform, successfully scaling the business from $60 million to over $1 billion. As Founder and CEO of Virgin Mega, a company acquired by Nike, Faris pioneered advancements in social and mobile commerce. Earlier roles at Virgin Mobile USA included Head of Brand Marketing, managing high-profile sponsorships and launching award-winning marketing campaigns. Additional experience includes leadership positions at Atari, Scient, and Accenture. Faris holds a BBA in Finance from Georgetown University.